The Associate Scientist performs routine laboratory activities, including analytical testing and documentation in accordance with SOPs and regulatory requirements. They also collect primary biological samples as a licensed phlebotomist and support quality investigations and equipment maintenance.
Requirements overview
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, along with an active phlebotomy license. Proficiency in a regulated laboratory environment with knowledge of GLP is required.
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Job Summary:
The Associate Scientist – Phlebotomist performs routine laboratory activities and licensed phlebotomy sample collection while supporting analytical testing, documentation, and quality processes in accordance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.
What You'll Be Doing:
Perform and document analytical procedures in accordance with SOPs and applicable regulatory guidelines
Collect primary biological samples as a licensed phlebotomist for internal laboratory use
Analyze routine data to confirm procedures are operating within acceptable tolerances
Identify, document, and escalate analytical deviations or unusual results to senior laboratory staff
Prepare data analysis results for upload into the LIMS system under senior staff guidance
Assist with quality investigations, deviations, and corrective actions
Prepare buffers, reagents, and solutions required for laboratory analysis
Support equipment calibration, maintenance, and hands‑on training in areas of competency
What We Are Looking For:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience working in a regulated laboratory environment with knowledge of GLP
Active phlebotomy license with hands‑on blood collection experience
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 with the ability to accurately document laboratory activities and results
Proficiency with routine laboratory calculations, data review, and quality control metrics
Effective communication and collaboration skills to support cross‑functional laboratory teams
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.
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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
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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.