Scientist, Lab Operations

  • IQVIA
  • Ithaca, New York
  • Full Time

We are seekinga Scientist, Lab Operations to join Q2Solutions, IQVIAs laboratory businessat Ithaca, NY.

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.

Join our scientific team to execute laboratory procedures and contribute to research excellence while maintaining compliance with GLP standards. Youll play a key role in analyzing data and supporting projects that impact global health.

What youll be doing:

  • Conduct qualitative and quantitative lab procedures under minimal supervision, following safety and GLP protocols

  • Prepare samples for analysis and accurately document experimental workflows

  • Operate and maintain laboratory instruments; assist with troubleshooting technical issues

  • Analyze results and report findings to contribute to project meetings and deliverables

  • Ensure consistent compliance with SOPs and customer requirements

  • Collaborate with researchers and technical teams to meet performance objectives

  • Contribute to continuous improvement of lab practices and data integrity

  • Support additional duties as assigned in a fast-paced laboratory setting

What We Are Looking For:

  • Bachelor's degree in applied/laboratory sciences with direct laboratory coursework

  • 02 years of direct laboratory experience

  • Familiarity with general laboratory techniques such as pipetting, sample prep, and basic instrumentation

  • Other Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities needed for this role:

  • 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.

  • Knowledge of GLP, laboratory safety standards, and QA best practices

  • Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks

  • Proficiency with data systems, Microsoft Office, and basic laboratory software tools

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.

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If youre looking to unleash your potential, join Q2Solutions, IQVIAs laboratory business, to help make the extraordinary possible!

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

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.

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $46,200.00 - $115,400.00. 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.
Job ID: 482530479
Originally Posted on: 6/24/2025

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