Metrology Specialist

IQVIA•Indianapolis, IN

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Metrology Specialist supports laboratory operations by performing qualification, calibration, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities for analytical and process instrumentation, with a priority focus on regulated equipment. This role helps maintain equipment lifecycle documentation, supports software validation activities, and contributes to instrument readiness and operational continuity.

Requirements

Associate's Degree in electronics or mechanical technology or closely related field required
One or more years of experience working with liquid chromatography mass spectrometry equipment and instrumentation
Experience working in a regulated environment such as good laboratory practice or good manufacturing practice
Related hands-on experience in calibration and repair of measuring and test equipment
Related hands-on experience troubleshooting laboratory equipment, diagnosing issues, and helping resolve process problems
Proficient with Windows and Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Excel
Effective organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong attention to detail and accuracy with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, clients, and vendors
Effective communication and presentation skills
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and apply structured problem solving in a laboratory setting
Other Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled and unscheduled qualification, calibration, preventive maintenance, and repair activities for laboratory instrumentation and equipment
Install and qualify new equipment and coordinate vendor installation and qualification when needed
Troubleshoot instrumentation and equipment issues, diagnose root causes, and complete repairs when appropriate or coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to minimize downtime
Maintain lifecycle documentation, calibration records, standard operating procedures, and audit-ready equipment files in accordance with applicable procedures
Establish and maintain preventive maintenance programs, risk assessments, and inventory records for instruments, consumables, and spare parts
Support software validation activities in collaboration with vendors and internal information technology teams
Take initiative to investigate technical issues through self-study and problem solving while escalating complex issues to metrology leadership when needed