Histologist 1

IQVIA; United States; On-site; USD 46,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA Laboratories in Valencia, CA is seeking a Histologist 1 to join our team. You will perform routine tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining to prepare high-quality slides for pathological evaluation.

You will partner with pathologists to ensure accurate analysis and timely results. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 2–3 years in histopathology, and ASCP qualification with at least one year in a clinical or research lab.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–3 years experience in histopathology lab.
• ASCP qualification or equivalent and 1 year experience required.
• Knowledge of CLIA and CAP guidelines.
• Ability to troubleshoot laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare slides for microscopic evaluation through tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining.
• Collaborate with pathologists to enable timely results.
• Operate and troubleshoot histology equipment.
• Maintain documentation per SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
• Support process improvements to enhance data quality and efficiency.
• Keep laboratory inventory organized and compliant with 6S standards.
• Assist with cross-functional projects and study setup.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

MS Excel/PowerPoint/Word

Regulatory compliance awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASCP qualification or equivalent

Tools

Histology laboratory equipment

Job description

We are seeking a Histologist 1 to join IQVIA Laboratories at Valencia, CA.

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:

Perform routine tissue processing, paraffin embedding, sectioning, and staining to prepare high-quality slides for pathological evaluation. Collaborate with pathologists and laboratory colleagues to support accurate analysis and the timely delivery of results.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Prepare slides for microscopic evaluation by performing routine tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, and staining activities
• Partner with pathologists to facilitate pathological analysis and the timely delivery of results
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot histology laboratory equipment
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation in accordance with standard operating procedures, good documentation practices, and regulatory guidelines
• Support process improvements that increase data quality, reduce costs, or improve turnaround times, including SOP updates and troubleshooting activities
• Maintain laboratory inventory and a clean, organized work environment consistent with safety, quality, and 6S standards
• Support laboratory or cross-functional projects, study setup coordination, and the implementation of process improvements
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and all applicable local, federal, CLIA, and CAP requirements

What We Are Looking For:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required
• Typically requires 2-3 years of experience in a histopathology lab or discipline
• ASCP qualification or equivalent and 1 year of experience in a clinical, research, academic, or commercial/production laboratory are required
• Detailed knowledge of histology techniques, specialized laboratory equipment, clinical testing procedures, and staining techniques
• Knowledge of applicable laboratory testing regulations, including CLIA and CAP requirements
• Ability to troubleshoot laboratory equipment and resolve process issues
• Applicable certifications and licenses as required by local regulations
• 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 a commitment to accuracy and data quality
• Effective organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Effective written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with coworkers, managers, clients, and pathologists
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Commitment to laboratory safety, quality, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement

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 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 $46,200.00 - $96,200.00. 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.