Associate Scientist, Flow Cytometry

We are seeking an Associate Scientist, Flow Cytometry to join IQVIA Laboratories in Valencia, CA. 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. As an Associate Scientist in Flow Cytometry, you will perform regulated laboratory testing, generate high‑quality analytical data, and support continuous improvement across laboratory operations. What You’ll Be Doing: Perform flow cytometry testing and analytical procedures in alignment with SOPs and regulatory requirements. Analyze data, verify accuracy, and escalate atypical or out‑of‑tolerance results to senior staff. Prepare and upload analytical data into LIMS systems under senior guidance. Support quality investigations, deviations, and corrective or preventive actions. Prepare buffers, reagents, and solutions required for laboratory workflows. Perform and document calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment. Train and guide entry‑level staff on routine laboratory procedures and onboarding tasks. Communicate clearly with cross‑functional teams and participate in assigned project work. What We Are Looking For: Bachelor’s degree in a biological, chemical, or related scientific field; master’s degree preferred. Experience in a regulated laboratory environment and hands‑on flow cytometry experience preferred. Proficiency with core laboratory techniques such as pipetting, reagent preparation, and analytical calculations. Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. Other equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree. The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Needed for This Role: Knowledge of GLP, laboratory safety, infection control, hazardous chemical handling, and standard laboratory practices. Ability to operate specialized laboratory equipment, perform routine and non‑routine calculations, and follow detailed SOPs. Strong attention to detail, accuracy, multitasking ability, and effective collaboration with cross‑functional stakeholders. 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. 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.iqvia.com 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 $41,400.00 - $86,100.00. 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.