Metrology Technician I

ICON Clinical Research; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; 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 seeking a Metrology Technician II to perform calibration, maintenance, and repair of laboratory instruments onsite in Lenexa, KS. You will document activities, maintain records, and ensure equipment readiness for clinical research initiatives.

Strong attention to detail and collaborative skills are essential, with a focus on quality and safety in all metrology tasks. The role requires an Associate's degree in metrology or a related field, with a bachelor's degree preferred, and

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to work within a team.
• Commitment to quality and safety in metrology activities.
• Entry-level calibration/metrology experience or coursework considered.
• Knowledge of GLP and regulatory requirements is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine calibration, maintenance, and repairs of laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Document calibration activities and maintain records per SOPs and logs.
• Regularly calibrate and maintain all lab equipment and update equipment lists.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with lab personnel to ensure equipment availability for research.
• Stay updated on metrology practices and advancements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Collaborative

Education

Associate's degree in metrology or related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Metrology Technician II- Onsite; Lenexa, KS- 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.

Metrology Technician II- Onsite; Lenexa, KS

As a Metrology Technician I at ICON, you will be responsible for performing calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment to ensure accurate and reliable measurements that support clinical research initiatives.

What You Will Do:

You will contribute to clinical research activities, taking responsibility for your deliverables and working collaboratively.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing routine calibration, maintenance, and repairs of laboratory instruments and equipment according to established protocols and standards.
• Responsible for regularly scheduled calibration and maintenance of all laboratory equipment in accordance with SOPs, documentation of the work in logs and notebooks, updating equipment lists, and reporting on these activities.
• Documenting calibration activities and maintaining accurate records in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and regulatory requirements.
• Assisting in troubleshooting equipment issues and implementing corrective actions as necessary to maintain optimal performance.
• Collaborating with laboratory personnel to support equipment needs and ensure timely availability for research activities.
• Staying updated on metrology practices and advancements to enhance measurement accuracy and efficiency.

Your Profile:

You will bring relevant clinical research experience, along with the following qualifications and skills.

Required qualifications and experience:

• Associate's degree in a relevant field such as metrology, engineering technology, or a related area; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Entry-level experience in calibration or metrology within a laboratory setting or relevant coursework.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and safety in all metrology activities.

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 (https://careers.iconplc.com/benefits) 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 (https://careers.iconplc.com/reasonable-accommodations)