Automation Lab Specialist - Sample Management and Discovery

IQVIA Argentina; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA Discovery Sciences in Cambridge is seeking an Associate Technical Specialist to support our Sample Management team, delivering critical laboratory operations that accelerate research programmes.

You will operate and maintain automated platforms (Echo, Tecan, Janus, Beckman, HighRes, Mosquito, SmartCell and Hamilton Tube Store), develop liquid handling protocols, perform SAP transactions, and ensure safe, quality-compliant work.

Qualifications

• Must have a BSc in a scientific discipline.
• Lab experience gained through academia or industry.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and data handling skills.
• Good IT literacy and interest in automation technologies.
• Experience in Pharma/Biotech/CRO environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain automated laboratory platforms (Echo, Tecan, Janus, Beckman, HighRes, Mosquito, SmartCell and Hamilton Tube Store).
• Support liquid handling protocol development and routine sample management activities.
• Complete SAP transactions and laboratory documentation accurately and on time.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Data handling

IT literacy

Communication

Automation interest

Education

BSc in a scientific discipline

Tools

Echo

Tecan

Janus

Beckman

HighRes

Mosquito

SmartCell

Hamilton Tube Store

Job description

IQVIA Discovery Sciences in Cambridge is seeking an Associate Technical Specialist to support our Sample Management team, delivering critical laboratory operations that accelerate research programmes.

You will operate and maintain automated platforms (Echo, Tecan, Janus, Beckman, HighRes, Mosquito, SmartCell and Hamilton Tube Store), develop liquid handling protocols, perform SAP transactions, and ensure safe, quality-compliant work.