Associate Scientist- Phlebotomist

IQVIA; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA Laboratories in Valencia seeks an Associate Scientist – Phlebotomist to perform routine laboratory activities and licensed phlebotomy sample collection while supporting analytical testing, documentation, and quality processes in accordance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.

The role involves collecting samples, analyzing data, documenting deviations, and preparing results for LIMS uploads under supervision, with a focus on quality investigations and calibration support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working in a regulated laboratory environment with knowledge of GLP.
• Active phlebotomy license with hands‑on blood collection experience.
• Other Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document analytical procedures in accordance with SOPs and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Collect primary biological samples as a licensed phlebotomist for internal laboratory use.
• Analyze routine data to confirm procedures are operating within acceptable tolerances.
• Identify, document, and escalate analytical deviations or unusual results to senior laboratory staff.
• Prepare data analysis results for upload into the LIMS system under senior staff guidance.
• Assist with quality investigations, deviations, and corrective actions.
• Prepare buffers, reagents, and solutions required for laboratory analysis.
• Support equipment calibration, maintenance, and hands‑on training in areas of competency.

Skills

Phlebotomy experience

Regulated lab experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

LIMS

Job description

We are seeking an Associate Scientist to join IQVIA Laboratories at Valencia.

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:

The Associate Scientist – Phlebotomist performs routine laboratory activities and licensed phlebotomy sample collection while supporting analytical testing, documentation, and quality processes in accordance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Perform and document analytical procedures in accordance with SOPs and applicable regulatory guidelines
• Collect primary biological samples as a licensed phlebotomist for internal laboratory use
• Analyze routine data to confirm procedures are operating within acceptable tolerances
• Identify, document, and escalate analytical deviations or unusual results to senior laboratory staff
• Prepare data analysis results for upload into the LIMS system under senior staff guidance
• Assist with quality investigations, deviations, and corrective actions
• Prepare buffers, reagents, and solutions required for laboratory analysis
• Support equipment calibration, maintenance, and hands‑on training in areas of competency

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience working in a regulated laboratory environment with knowledge of GLP
• Active phlebotomy license with hands‑on blood collection experience
• Other Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Needed for This Role:

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately document laboratory activities and results
• Proficiency with routine laboratory calculations, data review, and quality control metrics
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to support cross‑functional laboratory teams

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, close eye work requirement (computer, typing, reading small prints). Physical demands vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. Occasional exposure to cold temperatures.

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 athttps://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

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $41,400.00 - $86,100.00. 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.