Clinical Laboratory Scientist: High-Complexity Testing

IQVIA; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform high‑complexity clinical laboratory testing across hematology, chemistry, and immunology, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with CLIA, CAP, and GCLP standards.

The role emphasizes safety, training, and collaboration with internal and external partners, with opportunities to participate in assay validation and process improvements within a team committed to patient care and research.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field.
• 0–5 years of clinical laboratory experience.
• Meets CLIA requirements for high‑complexity testing personnel.
• National certification as MLS/MT (ASCP, AMT, or equivalent) required.
• Strong understanding of laboratory principles, testing methodologies, and regulatory standards.
• Proficiency in laboratory safety, infection control, and handling of hazardous chemicals.
• Ability to perform complex calculations, including averages, standard deviations, and QC metrics.
• Skilled in troubleshooting laboratory instruments and resolving testing issues.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs and reports high‑complexity laboratory tests, both automated and manual, with minimal supervision.
• Maintains adequate inventory of reagents and supplies and prepares reagents as required.
• Verifies quality control results and releases patient or study results in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Assists with training and onboarding of laboratory personnel as needed.
• Participates in assay validation, method improvements, and implementation of new technologies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Laboratory safety

Infection control

Hazardous chemicals handling

Multitasking

MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)

Regulatory standards

Instrumentation troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field

MLS/MT certification (ASCP, AMT, or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

IQVIA is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform high‑complexity clinical laboratory testing across hematology, chemistry, and immunology, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with CLIA, CAP, and GCLP standards.

The role emphasizes safety, training, and collaboration with internal and external partners, with opportunities to participate in assay validation and process improvements within a team committed to patient care and research.