Laboratory Assistant

IQVIA•Santa Clarita, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Laboratory Assistant to join IQVIA Laboratories at Valencia. We hire passionate innovators who drive healthcare forward through thoughtful and inclusive collaboration. If you want to discover a career with greater purpose, join us as we transform and accelerate research and development. This role supports daily laboratory operations by preparing materials, maintaining equipment, and ensuring accurate specimen handling in a fast‑paced lab environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (some CAP/CLIA locations may require an Associate Degree in laboratory science or medical laboratory technology).
0–6 months of relevant laboratory or technical experience preferred.
Basic knowledge of laboratory practices, safety procedures, and equipment handling.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, close eye work requirement (computer, typing, reading small prints).
Knowledge of laboratory safety, infection control, hazardous chemical handling, sterilization, and decontamination procedures.
Familiarity with laboratory equipment, instrumentation, terminology, and basic computer skills.
Strong ability to maintain workflow, follow procedures, and collaborate effectively with coworkers.

Nice To Haves

Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

Clean, wash, rinse, dry, distribute, and store laboratory glassware including test tubes, beakers, flasks, and cylinders.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of laboratory work areas, including disinfecting benches, equipment, and materials.
Prepare and sterilize laboratory supplies, equipment, and other materials.
Label tubes, prepare materials, and support specimen processing, storage, and retrieval.
Assist with post‑analysis sample banking and routine equipment maintenance.
Prepare simple buffers and solutions as needed.
Support inventory management and general laboratory workstation upkeep.
Follow safety, quality, and 6S requirements while complying with all regulatory procedures.