Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - Automated Chemistry

5TA US Quintiles Laboratories; California; On-site; USD 43,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA Inc. is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform routine automated chemistry analyses and document results per SOPs and regulatory guidelines.

The role includes data review, quality investigations, equipment maintenance, staff training, and accurate transfer of results into the laboratory information management system (LIMS). The position requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, a California MLT license, and familiarity with GLP and lab safety.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and data integrity.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining clear, accurate documentation.
• Effective collaboration and communication with lab personnel and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to guide entry-level colleagues and support onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document analytical procedures in accordance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Analyze routine data to confirm procedures are progressing and results are within tolerances.
• Identify unusual results or potential errors, document findings, and escalate to senior personnel.
• Prepare analytical results for upload into the LIMS under guidance of senior staff.
• Prepare buffers/solutions and perform calibration and maintenance of lab equipment.
• Assist with quality investigations, deviations, and implementation of process changes.
• Train laboratory personnel and support onboarding of new team members.
• Communicate clearly with cross-functional stakeholders while supporting safety, quality, and 6S initiatives.

Job description

Job Summary

Perform routine automated chemistry analyses and laboratory testing while documenting results in accordance with standard operating procedures and regulatory guidelines. Support data review, quality investigations, equipment maintenance, staff training, and the accurate transfer of results into the laboratory information management system.

Shift

Sunday through Thursday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Perform and document analytical procedures in accordance with standard operating procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Analyze routine data to confirm procedures are progressing as expected and results remain within acceptable tolerances.
• Identify unusual results or potential performance errors, document findings, and elevate concerns to senior laboratory personnel.
• Prepare analytical results for upload into the laboratory information management system under the guidance of senior staff.
• Prepare buffers and solutions and perform assigned calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Assist with quality investigations, deviations, procedural updates, and implementation of laboratory process changes.
• Train laboratory personnel in areas of demonstrated competency and support the onboarding of new team members.
• Communicate clearly and promptly with cross‑functional stakeholders while supporting laboratory safety, quality, continuing education, and 6S initiatives.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience; certain CAP/CLIA laboratory locations may require a Bachelor of Science in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory technology, or cytotechnology.
• Active Medical Laboratory Technician license valid in the State of California.
• Applicable certificates and credentials required by relevant state, country, or other regulatory bodies.
• Six months of experience in a regulated laboratory environment is preferred.
• Working knowledge of applicable regulatory standards, including Good Laboratory Practices.
• Proficiency with relevant laboratory techniques and automated or specialized laboratory equipment.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety, infection‑control practices, standard precautions, and hazardous chemical handling.
• Proficiency with routine and selected non‑routine laboratory calculations, including averages, means, standard deviations, and quality‑control metrics.
• 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 consistent focus on accuracy and data integrity.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining clear, accurate, and timely documentation.
• Effective collaboration and communication skills for working with laboratory personnel and cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Basic knowledge of assigned automated chemistry systems, technical procedures, and laboratory responsibilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to guide entry‑level colleagues, deliver hands‑on training, and support new‑hire onboarding.
• 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.

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.

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.

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.

Everything we do is part of a journey to improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. To get there, we seek out diverse talent with curious minds and a relentless commitment to innovation and impact. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of helping customers improve the lives of patients everywhere.

Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.