Scientist, Method Validation

IQVIA; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA Laboratories in Ithaca, NY seeks a Scientist, Method Validation to execute experiments, support method validation activities, and contribute to development of procedures in a GLP-compliant environment. The role involves preparing samples, analyzing data, maintaining documentation, and reporting results on schedule, while ensuring compliance with SOPs and safety standards.

Bachelor's degree with 0-2 years of lab experience preferred; training will emphasize GLP, SOPs, and instrument

Qualifications

• Strong communication with ability to document and present findings
• Follow scientific protocols, policies, and procedures independently
• Prioritization, problem-solving, and organizational skills to meet deadlines
• Flexible, forward-thinking, and motivated approach to scientific work
• Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent software proficiency

Responsibilities

• Execute qualitative and quantitative lab procedures per GLP and safety requirements
• Prepare samples, reagents, and experiments for testing and method validation
• Analyze data and report results accurately and on time
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation as per SOPs
• Document procedures, observations, and results per customer requirements
• Support investigations and lab operations under scientific direction
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, procedures, and safety protocols

Skills

Communication

Protocol following

Prioritization

Flexibility

Computing proficiency

Education

Bachelors in sciences

Equivalent education/training

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

We are seeking Scientist, Method Validation to join IQVIA Laboratories at Ithaca, NY.

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:

The Scientist, Method Validation is responsible for executing laboratory experiments, supporting method validation activities, and contributing to the development of scientific procedures in a GLP-compliant environment. This role performs laboratory analyses, maintains scientific documentation, and supports project outcomes through accurate and timely reporting of results.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Perform qualitative and quantitative laboratory procedures in compliance with safety requirements and Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
• Prepare samples, reagents, and experiments for analytical testing and method validation studies
• Analyze laboratory data and report results accurately and within established timelines
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation according to SOPs
• Document laboratory procedures, observations, and results in accordance with customer requirements
• Support scientific investigations, project activities, and laboratory operations under scientific direction
• Ensure compliance with established quality standards, laboratory procedures, and safety protocols
  

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor’s Degree in applied or laboratory sciences with direct laboratory course work required
• 0-2 years direct laboratory experience required
• Experience following Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting laboratory instrumentation
• 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 communication skills with the ability to accurately document and present laboratory findings
• Ability to understand and follow scientific protocols, policies, and procedures while working independently
• Strong prioritization, problem-solving, and organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Flexible, forward-thinking, and motivated approach to scientific work
• Basic computing proficiency, including Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent software
  

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 IQVIA 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.iqva

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.