Associate Scientist - Large Molecules

Q² Solutions; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee well-being programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading clinical research provider in Indianapolis is seeking a Scientist to support large-molecule therapeutics and proteomics workflows. This role involves preparing biological samples for analysis, performing LC-MS experiments, and collaborating with experienced scientists to refine methods. Ideal candidates will have a background in Chemistry or similar fields and possess hands-on LC-MS experience. If you're driven to innovate and improve patient outcomes, consider joining this team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Hands-on experience with LC-MS and sample preparation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with large and small molecule therapeutic modalities (peptides, proteins, mAbs, siRNA, ADCs) is a plus.
• Experience in customer service environment is a plus.
• Other equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Prepare biological samples for bioanalysis.
• Perform LC-MS experiments and maintain equipment.
• Assist with compilation of results and protocol writing.
• Collaborate with senior scientists.
• Collaborate with senior scientists to refine methods and meet client timelines.
• Ensure accurate data archiving and compliance with SOPs.
• Assist a team of scientists further grow a science business.

Skills

Hands-on LC-MS experience

Sample preparation

Documentation skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or related field

Tools

LC-MS

Job description

We are seeking a Scientist to join IQVIA Laboratories in Indiana. We hire passionate individuals who drive healthcare forward through thoughtful and inclusive collaboration by doing science. If you want to discover a career with a greater purpose, join us as we transform and accelerate research and development. In this role you will support large‑molecule therapeutics, new modalities and proteomics workflows for bioanalysis by performing LC‑MS analyses and sample preparation while adapting to evolving scientific needs.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Prepare biological samples for bioanalysis of small and large molecule therapeutics, proteomics workflows and document experimental steps.
• Perform LC‑MS experiments aligned to experimental procedures.
• Perform required LC‑MS and other peripheral instrumentation maintenance activities.
• Assist with compilation of results and contribute to protocol/report writing.
• Collaborate with senior scientists to refine methods and meet client timelines.
• Ensure accurate data archiving and compliance with SOPs.
• Assist a team of scientists further grow a science business.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, or related field.
• Hands‑on LC‑MS and sample preparation experience for large‑molecule or small molecules analysis.
• Knowledge of proteomics workflows from sample prep to data analysis to hand‑off.
• Experience and knowledge with large and small molecule therapeutic modalities such as peptides, proteins, mAbs, siRNA, ADCs is a plus.
• Experience in customer service environment is a plus.
• Other equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.

The Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Needed For This Role

• Ability to work in a team environment and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

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!

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com.

IQVIA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe.

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $0.00 - $0.00. The actual base pay offered may vary based on a number of factors including job‑related qualifications such as knowledge, skills, education, and experience; location; and/or schedule (full or part‑time). Dependent on the position offered, incentive plans, bonuses, and/or other forms of compensation may be offered, in addition to a range of health and welfare and/or other benefits.