Lab Automation & Sample Management Specialist

IQVIA Holdings Inc.; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA in Cambridge is recruiting for a laboratory automation role. You will operate and maintain automated platforms and support sample management, ensuring accurate SAP documentation and adherence to quality standards.

The ideal candidate has a BSc in a scientific discipline, laboratory experience, strong problem-solving and data handling skills, good IT literacy, and an interest in automation technologies. Pharma/Biotech/CRO exposure is advantageous.

Qualifications

• BSc in a scientific discipline and laboratory experience.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and data handling skills.
• Good IT literacy and interest in automation technologies.
• Experience in Pharma, Biotech or CRO environments and knowledge of liquid handling automation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain automated laboratory platforms (Echo, Tecan, Janus, Beckman, HighRes, Mosquito, SmartCell, 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

Communication

Data handling

IT literacy

Automation interest

Education

BSc in a scientific discipline

Tools

Liquid handling automation

Job description

IQVIA in Cambridge is recruiting for a laboratory automation role. You will operate and maintain automated platforms and support sample management, ensuring accurate SAP documentation and adherence to quality standards.

The ideal candidate has a BSc in a scientific discipline, laboratory experience, strong problem-solving and data handling skills, good IT literacy, and an interest in automation technologies. Pharma/Biotech/CRO exposure is advantageous.