Associate Scientist, Sample Preparation

IQVIA Argentina; Village of Lansing (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA Laboratories in Ithaca, NY is seeking an Associate Scientist, Sample Preparation to join our team. This role supports routine sample prep and prepares biological samples for analysis in a regulated lab.

The ideal candidate has a life sciences degree or equivalent, 6 months in a regulated lab, and strong pipetting skills. You will document work per SOPs, maintain 6S standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences required, or equivalent education/experience.
• 6 months of experience in a regulated laboratory environment.
• Proficiency with pipetting techniques.
• Working knowledge of GLP and regulatory standards.
• Laboratory safety and infection control procedures.
• Experience with automation or specialized laboratory equipment.
• Proficiency with routine and some non-routine calculations.
• Equivalent education/training accepted.

Responsibilities

• Execute routine sample preparation techniques to support analysis.
• Perform extractions from biological matrices, tissue prep, or purification.
• Prepare solutions and reagents while troubleshooting experiments.
• Document testing and observations per SOPs/regulations.
• Escalate potential performance issues to senior staff.
• Maintain lab equipment and 6S housekeeping.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders with clear communication.
• Support training, onboarding, safety and quality initiatives.

Skills

Pipetting

GLP knowledge

Lab calculations

Attention to detail

multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences

High School Diploma with equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Automation equipment

Job description

We are seeking Associate Scientist, Sample Preparation to join IQVIA Laboratories at Ithaca, NY.

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, Sample Preparation is responsible for routine sample preparation activities that support subsequent biological sample analysis. This role performs laboratory techniques, documents work in accordance with SOPs and regulatory guidelines, and supports quality, safety, and operational excellence in the lab.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Execute routine sample preparation techniques to support subsequent biological sample analysis

• Perform assigned laboratory techniques such as extractions from biological matrices, tissue preparation, or purification

• Prepare solutions and reagents while troubleshooting routine experiments as needed

• Document testing, observations, calculations, and project work in accordance with SOPs and applicable regulatory guidelines

• Identify and escalation potential performance errors or unusual results to senior laboratory personnel

• Maintain laboratory equipment, inventory awareness, and good housekeeping practices consistent with 6S standards

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders through clear, accurate, and timely communication

• Support training, onboarding, continuing education, safety, quality, and 6S initiatives

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor's Degree in a Life Sciences discipline required, or High School Diploma or equivalent with an equivalent combination of education and experience

• 6 months of experience in a regulated laboratory environment

• Proficiency with pipetting techniques

• Working knowledge of applicable regulatory standards within area of responsibility, such as Good Laboratory Practices, GLP

• Knowledge of laboratory safety and infection control procedures and practices, including standard precautions and hazardous chemical handling

• Experience working with automation or specialized laboratory equipment

• Proficiency with routine and some non-routine laboratory calculations regarding batches and specimens

• 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 and accuracy when performing, documenting, and reviewing laboratory work

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a regulated laboratory environment

• Good computer skills using Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

• Ability to effectively collaborate with internal stakeholders

• Demonstrated understanding of functional area responsibilities, systems, and procedures

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 Q Solutions, IQVIA’s laboratory business, 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

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 $42,700.00 - $89,000.00. 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.