Lab Analyst III (MLT/MT- ASCP)

ICON plc; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Various annual leave entitlements

Health insurance offerings

Competitive retirement planning

Global Employee Assistance Programme (

Life assurance

Country-specific optional benefits

Job summary

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation seeking a Lab Analyst III (MT/ASCP) to perform complex testing onsite in San Antonio, TX. You will lead technical activities, mentor staff, ensure QA and CAPA processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver study data with integrity.

The role requires a MT/MLS/MLT certification, 5+ years in regulated labs, and strong knowledge of GLP/GCP/GMP standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline (Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biology, Chemistry, or related field).
• Current MT/ASCP, MLS/ASCP, or MLT/ASCP certification in good standing.
• 5+ years in a clinical research, diagnostic, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, or other regulated lab environment.
• Advanced knowledge of lab methodologies, analytical techniques, instrumentation, regulatory requirements, and quality systems.
• Experience troubleshooting complex lab issues, validating processes, CAPA, and sponsor audits/regulatory inspections.
• Proficiency with LIMS and data analysis tools.
• Experience developing, reviewing, and maintaining lab documentation (SOPs, validation records, quality docs).
• Demonstrated experience as a technical lead, study lead, SME, or mentor in lab environments.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentoring abilities for staff.
• Working knowledge of GCP, GLP, GMP, CLIA, CAP, COLA, and related standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex laboratory testing, analyses, and troubleshooting according to procedures, regulatory requirements, and QA standards.
• Review, interpret, and evaluate lab results; provide detailed technical assessments to support studies and operations.
• Serve as SME for laboratory systems, methodologies, and instrumentation; provide guidance and support.
• Lead QA, method validation, and equipment qualification; investigate deviations and out-of-spec results.
• Drive continuous improvement to optimize workflows, improve data quality, and strengthen compliance.
• Collaborate with Clinical Operations, Data Management, QA, Project Management, and Sponsors to support study execution.
• Lead or support the implementation of new technologies, instrumentation, assays, and processes with proper validation and documentation.
• Author, review, and approve lab documentation including SOPs, validation protocols, deviation reports, CAPAs, and technical reports.
• Mentor and train junior lab staff; promote regulatory knowledge and best practices.
• Support inspection readiness and participate in audits and regulatory inspections as required.
• Act as lead analyst or lab coordinator for studies/projects to ensure timely deliverables.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline

ASCP MT/MLS/MLT certification in good standing

Tools

LIMS

Laboratory software

Job description

Lab Analyst III; Onsite; San Antonio, TX- Full Time

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.

Title: Lab Analyst III (MT/MLT - ASCP)

Location: On-Site San Antonio TX 78232

What you will do

You will perform technical assignments and testing in the Laboratory Department

Key Responsibilities include:

• Conduct complex laboratory testing, analyses, and troubleshooting activities in accordance with established procedures, regulatory requirements, and quality standards, ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of study data.
• Review, interpret, and evaluate laboratory results and trends, providing detailed technical assessments and recommendations to support clinical research studies and operational objectives.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for assigned laboratory systems, methodologies, and instrumentation, providing technical guidance and support across the laboratory.
• Lead quality control, quality assurance, method validation, and equipment qualification activities, including investigation and resolution of deviations, out-of-specification results, and laboratory issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to optimize laboratory workflows, improve efficiency, enhance data quality, and strengthen compliance processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, including Clinical Operations, Data Management, Quality Assurance, Project Management, and Sponsors, to support study execution and laboratory deliverables.
• Lead or support the implementation of new technologies, instrumentation, assays, and laboratory processes while ensuring appropriate validation and documentation requirements are met.
• Author, review, and approve laboratory documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, validation protocols, deviation reports, CAPAs, and technical reports.
• Mentor, train, and provide technical leadership to junior laboratory personnel, fostering development of laboratory skills, regulatory knowledge, and best practices.
• Support inspection readiness activities and participate in internal audits, sponsor audits, and regulatory inspections as required.
• May act as a lead analyst or laboratory coordinator for assigned studies, projects, or functional areas, ensuring timely completion of laboratory deliverables and adherence to study timelines.

Your Profile:

You will bring advanced scientific laboratory experience along with demonstrated technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and a commitment to quality and compliance in a regulated environment.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biology, Chemistry, or a related healthcare field.
• Current Medical Technologist (MT/ASCP), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS/ASCP), or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT/ASCP) certification through the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), maintained in good standing throughout employment.
• 5+ years of laboratory experience in a clinical research, diagnostic, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, or other regulated laboratory environment.
• Advanced knowledge of laboratory methodologies, analytical techniques, instrumentation, regulatory requirements, and quality systems applicable to laboratory operations.
• Experience troubleshooting complex laboratory issues, validating laboratory processes, implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and supporting sponsor audits and regulatory inspections.
• Proficiency with laboratory information management systems (LIMS), laboratory software applications, and data analysis tools.
• Experience developing, reviewing, and maintaining laboratory documentation, including SOPs, validation records, and quality documentation.
• Demonstrated experience serving as a technical lead, study lead, subject matter expert, or mentor within a laboratory environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills, including experience training, coaching, and mentoring laboratory staff.
• Working knowledge of applicable regulatory and quality standards, including GCP, GLP, GMP, CLIA, CAP, COLA, and other relevant industry requirements.

What ICON can offer you:

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
• Life assurance
• Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.