Lab Associate - Vaccines (Cell- Based)

Q2 Solutions is a leading clinical trial laboratory services organization with end-to-end laboratory services and secure, enterprise-wide biospecimen and consent management solutions. With a relentless focus on quality and innovation, Q2 Solutions uses its global experience and scientific expertise to transform science and data into actionable medical insights that help customers improve human health. 

Job Overview

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete and prepare documentation in compliance with regulatory and corporate guidelines.
• Perform and document all specimen test procedures with accuracy, consistency and timeliness in accordance with current standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory guidelines.
• Exercise good judgment in assessing whether test procedure is proceeding according to expectations and that the results are within acceptable tolerances.
• Identify abnormal progress of test procedure, potential QC failures, or otherwise unusual results and escalate to senior lab personnel immediately.
• Perform routine calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment as assigned.
• Assist in the review and development of laboratory procedures and techniques
• Identify process improvements to increase data quality, lower costs or reduce turnaround times.  Assist in the implementation of changes as assigned.
• Notify inventory staff of supply shortages
• Participate in continuing education through self-study, attending training sessions and off-site lectures and meetings.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Basic knowledge of practices and principles of basic laboratory operations
• Knowledge of general rules for safe exposure to chemical and blood borne pathogens
• Good understanding of standard laboratory precautions and infection control procedures
• Knowledge of sterilization and decontamination procedures and hazardous waste management
• Skill in using applicable computer systems and applications including LIMS and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to perform duties in an independent manner.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in a Science Discipline with 2 years experience in a clinical laboratory operating under GLP and/or CLIA guidelines; OR,
• Equivalent combination of education , training and experience

• Candidates are preferred to have experience in one or more of the following methods: ELISA, HAI, PCR, and viral neutralization assays

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.

IQVIA, Inc. provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.  Applicants who require reasonable accommodation to submit an application for employment or otherwise participate in the application process should contact IQVIA’s Talent Acquisition team at workday_recruiting@iqvia.com to arrange for such an accommodation.