Laboratory Technical Specialist - Livingston, West Lothian, United Kingdom - IQVIA Argentina

Description

We are seeking to hire a Lab Technical Specialist professional to join Q2 Solutions, IQVIA's laboratory business in Livingston, UK

The Lab Technical Specialist performs procedures to monitor the performance and reporting of laboratory assays.

What you'll be doing:

• Develops and maintains the local laboratory Quality Control Program and database, performs statistical analysis of data and quality control performance data reviews in accordance with policy and regulatory guidelines.

• Acts as technical SME to liase with IT/systems teams to ensure appropriate functionality.

• Drafts new standard operating procedures (SOPs) and the maintenance of existing SOPs related to the departmental activities on both a regional or global basis.

• Assists in process improvements and troubleshooting to improve efficiencies and quality delivery.

• Supports the Technical Services team in audits/inspections from regulatory agencies and pharmaceutical sponsors.

• Provides input and reviews local laboratory requirements for new studies, responds to technical inquiries and provides technical documents and data either directly or by maintaining study specific databases.

• May lead projects and assist with implementation.

• Supports safety and 6S requirements and initiatives.

• Participates in continuing education through self-study, attending training sessions and meetings.

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor's Degree in life sciences or other relevant field

• 1 year of experience in a clinical, research, academic or commercial/production laboratory environment.

• Please keep in mind that this role requires flexibility in working various shift patterns

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities needed for this role:

• Good computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

• Effective organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Effective communication and presentation skills.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

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 IQVIA Careers Benefits.

If you're looking to unleash your potential, join Q2 Solutions, IQVIA's laboratory business, to help make the extraordinary possible

IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. We believe in pushing the boundaries of human science and data science to make the biggest impact possible – to help our customers create a healthier world. Learn more at