Senior Scientist - Translational Science Lab, Flow Cytometry
IQVIA
Summary
The Senior Scientist - Translational Science Lab, Flow Cytometry is responsible for developing and optimizing moderately complex assays and methods to support timely and effective laboratory delivery. This role also provides technical leadership across troubleshooting, method transfer, and cross-functional collaboration to support scalable laboratory operations.
Job description
Job Summary
The Senior Scientist - Translational Science Lab, Flow Cytometry is responsible for developing and optimizing moderately complex assays and methods to support timely and effective laboratory delivery. This role also provides technical leadership across troubleshooting, method transfer, and cross-functional collaboration to support scalable laboratory operations.
What You'll Be Doing
- Plan assay and method development activities and draft clear, robust laboratory methods
- Execute method development experiments and support validation and analytical testing activities as needed
- Troubleshoot assays and apply root cause analysis to optimize performance and resolve technical issues
- Transfer methods into validation processes and collaborate across functions to ensure methods are sustainable and scalable
- Lead low to moderately complex technical projects and guide assigned team members to achieve project deliverables
- Mentor and train junior staff while contributing technical expertise to scientific reports, presentations, and documentation
- Support laboratory equipment maintenance, operational standards, and evaluation of new instrumentation
What We Are Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline is required
- 4 years of related experience in method or assay development or specific methodology area
- 2 years' experience working with flow cytometry
- Familiarity and working knowledge of immunology
- Sound knowledge of assay/method development and scientific principles, theories, concepts, and state of the art instrumentation
- Experience with method validation, assay troubleshooting, and transfer of methods into laboratory operations
- 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 troubleshooting and advanced problem-solving skills, including application of root cause analysis
- Effective communication and presentation skills with the ability to work successfully across functions, and comfortable training others
- Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail in a regulated laboratory environment
- Ability to manage multiple tasks independently and bring projects to completion within timeline expectations
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, and clients
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline
- 4 years of related experience in method or assay development or specific methodology area
- 2 years' experience working with flow cytometry
- Familiarity and working knowledge of immunology
- Sound knowledge of assay/method development and scientific principles, theories, concepts, and state of the art instrumentation
- Experience with method validation, assay troubleshooting, and transfer of methods into laboratory operations
- Strong troubleshooting and advanced problem-solving skills, including root cause analysis
- Effective communication and presentation skills
- Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail in a regulated laboratory environment
- Ability to manage multiple tasks independently
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Mental Health Support
- Financial Well-being Resources
- Social Well-being Programs
Company overview
IQVIA is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. Headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, the company operates in over 100 countries with approximately 86,000 employees worldwide. IQVIA specializes in creating intelligent connections across all aspects of healthcare through its proprietary IQVIA Connected Intelligence platform, which combines analytics, transformative technology, big data resources, and extensive domain expertise. The company's comprehensive portfolio includes clinical trial management, real-world evidence generation, commercial insights, and regulatory compliance services. IQVIA serves a diverse client base including pharmaceutical manufacturers, biotechnology companies, medical device firms, government agencies, and healthcare providers. With its Healthcare-grade AI capabilities and extensive global data assets, IQVIA accelerates the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments while improving healthcare outcomes for patients globally. The company is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol IQV.