Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Q² Solutions, a part of IQVIA.
Job overview
The Laboratory Operation Associate at Q² Solutions plays a critical role in ensuring accuracy and integrity in specimen accessioning and processing, supporting quality initiatives and guiding junior staff to maintain operational workflows.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves accessioning, identifying, sorting, and labeling clinical specimens, troubleshooting processing issues, maintaining inventory, assisting onboarding, responding to after-hours critical functions, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and communicating with cross-functional teams.
Compensation and benefits
The potential base pay range is $34,700 to $72,300 annually, with actual pay depending on qualifications and location; benefits include health, welfare, bonuses, and incentive plans.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's preferred), at least 6 months of related lab experience, familiarity with sample accessioning and inventory tracking, proficiency in computer systems, and knowledge of CAP/CLIA guidelines.
Work environment and culture
Q² Solutions values passionate innovators and inclusive collaboration, focusing on employee well-being across physical, mental, emotional, financial, and social aspects.
Company information
Q² Solutions is IQVIA's laboratory business, a leading global provider of clinical research services and healthcare intelligence, accelerating medical treatment development and commercialization.
Job location and travel
The position is located in Valencia, CA, with some after-hours job-critical functions required.
Unique job features
The job offers involvement in a leading clinical research environment with opportunities to support continuous improvement and quality initiatives in a regulated lab setting.
Company overview
Q² Solutions is a leading clinical trial laboratory services organization that provides comprehensive testing services to the biopharmaceutical industry. They generate revenue by offering a range of laboratory services, including biomarker discovery, central laboratory services, and genomic testing, which support drug development and precision medicine. Formed as a joint venture between IQVIA and Quest Diagnostics in 2015, Q² Solutions leverages the strengths of both parent companies to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions that enhance clinical trial outcomes and patient care.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize experience with specimen accessioning, labeling, and inventory management to align with Q² Solutions' Laboratory Operation Associate role.
Highlight your familiarity with CAP/CLIA lab guidelines, troubleshooting skills, and ability to support junior staff and maintain operational workflows, as these are key job requirements.
Apply through multiple platforms such as the Q² Solutions corporate job site and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for this position.
Connect with current employees in the laboratory division at Q² Solutions on LinkedIn; start conversations by mentioning your interest in their work or asking about their experience with specimen processing and quality initiatives.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords like 'specimen accessioning,' 'inventory tracking,' 'CAP/CLIA guidelines,' 'laboratory operations,' and 'quality control' to pass automated screenings effectively.
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