Associate Scientist

IQVIA Laboratories; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Integrated benefits programs

Support for physical and mental well-being

Job summary

A leading laboratory services provider is seeking an Associate Scientist for Lab Operations in Indianapolis, IN. The role involves operating LC-MS/MS instrumentation in a high-throughput environment, ensuring quality standards, and supporting data delivery. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and hands-on experience with LC-MS/MS and HPLC in regulated labs. Join us to help drive healthcare forward through innovative research and development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science.
• Hands-on experience operating LC-MS/MS instruments in a QC-focused lab.
• Experience in high-throughput laboratory environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor LC-MS/MS instruments to generate high-quality data.
• Perform routine sample extraction and HPLC setup for analyses.
• Review and interpret analytical data against acceptance criteria.

Skills

Hands-on experience with LC-MS/MS instruments

Experience in high-throughput laboratory environments

Proficiency with LIMS and Microsoft Office

Strong attention to detail

Collaboration and communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

LC-MS/MS instruments

HPLC

Job description

We are seeking an Associate Scientist, Lab Operations (LCMS) to join IQVIA Laboratories at Indianapolis, IN.

Schedule: Tuesday – Saturday, 8 AM to 5 PM

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.

Job Summary

As an Associate Scientist, Lab Operations (LCMS), you will focus on operating LC-MS/MS instrumentation in a high-throughput environment with a strong QC mindset. You will support routine extraction and analysis, ensure results meet predefined quality standards, and help drive reliable, timely data delivery for our clients.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operate and monitor LC-MS/MS instruments to generate high-quality data in a high-throughput laboratory setting, following established methods and SOPs
• Perform routine sample extraction and front-end liquid chromatography (HPLC/LC) setup to support LCMS analyses
• Review and interpret analytical data against predefined acceptance criteria, escalating deviations and supporting quality investigations as needed
• Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and basic troubleshooting of LCMS and related laboratory equipment
• Accurately document all activities, maintain complete and compliant records, upload results into LIMS, and contribute to procedural updates and process improvements
• Work a Tuesday–Saturday schedule to support operational coverage and collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects and continuous improvement initiatives

What We Are Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory technology, cytotechnology, or a related field.

• Hands-on experience operating LC-MS/MS instruments and front-end liquid chromatography (HPLC/LC), ideally in a regulated or QC-focused laboratory
• Experience working in high-throughput or automated environments (for example, using Tecan platforms or similar automation) and strong understanding of laboratory safety practices
• Proficiency with laboratory and office software, including LIMS or similar systems and Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

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

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Needed for This Role

• QC mindset with strong attention to detail, data integrity, and adherence to predefined acceptance criteria
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a high-throughput laboratory environment
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with peers, leadership, and cross-functional partners

What We Offer You

We put our employees at the center of everything we do and are committed to providing them, and their families, with benefits that meet their diverse and changing needs. We invest in integrated benefits programs and resources to take care of our employees’ physical, mental and emotional, financial and social well-being so they can thrive at home and at work, at any stage of their well-being journey.

To learn more about our benefits, visit https://jobs.iqvia.com/benefits.

If you’re looking to unleash your potential, join IQVIA Laboratories to help make the extraordinary possible!