Strategic Lab Operations Director

IQVIA Laboratories; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 214,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA Laboratories in Valencia, CA seeks an Associate Director, Lab Operations to lead regulated clinical testing operations and drive continuous improvement. This role will shape departmental strategy, develop staff, and ensure high-quality, compliant performance.

You will manage laboratory teams, set objectives, and collaborate with QA and EHS to resolve issues while pursuing cost efficiencies and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a laboratory science or equivalent.
• 8+ years of experience in a regulated laboratory setting.
• 5+ years line management experience.
• In-depth knowledge of clinical testing procedures and related regulations.

Responsibilities

• Direct the daily activities of laboratory work groups and supervise staff.
• Plan, prioritize, and assign workloads and resources.
• Recruit, train, and develop laboratory personnel.
• Set team objectives aligned with departmental strategy.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and assist with budget planning.
• Resolve operational, quality, safety, and supply-chain challenges across departments.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety requirements with QA and EHS teams.
• Drive CAPA closure and root-cause analysis for quality incidents.

Skills

People leadership

Regulated environment know-how

Budget planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical/physical/biological or clinical laboratory science

Tools

CAPA & root cause analysis

Quality Assurance

Job description

IQVIA Laboratories in Valencia, CA seeks an Associate Director, Lab Operations to lead regulated clinical testing operations and drive continuous improvement. This role will shape departmental strategy, develop staff, and ensure high-quality, compliant performance.

You will manage laboratory teams, set objectives, and collaborate with QA and EHS to resolve issues while pursuing cost efficiencies and operational excellence.