Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - Automated Chemistry

About the role

We are seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician - Automated Chemistry to join IQVIA Laboratories in Valencia, California.

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.

Job Summary

Perform routine automated chemistry analyses and laboratory testing while documenting results in accordance with standard operating procedures and regulatory guidelines. Support data review, quality investigations, equipment maintenance, staff training, and the accurate transfer of results into the laboratory information management system.

Shift: Sunday through Thursday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

What You'll Be Doing

• Perform and document analytical procedures in accordance with standard operating procedures and applicable regulatory requirements
• Analyze routine data to confirm procedures are progressing as expected and results remain within acceptable tolerances
• Identify unusual results or potential performance errors, document findings, and escalate concerns to senior laboratory personnel
• Prepare analytical results for upload into the laboratory information management system under the guidance of senior staff
• Prepare buffers and solutions and perform assigned calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Assist with quality investigations, deviations, procedural updates, and implementation of laboratory process changes
• Train laboratory personnel in areas of demonstrated competency and support the onboarding of new team members
• Communicate clearly and promptly with cross-functional stakeholders while supporting laboratory safety, quality, continuing education, and 6S initiatives

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience; certain CAP/CLIA laboratory locations may require a Bachelor of Science in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory technology, or cytotechnology
• Active Medical Laboratory Technician license valid in the State of California
• Applicable certificates and credentials required by relevant state, country, or other regulatory bodies
• Six months of experience in a regulated laboratory environment is preferred
• Working knowledge of applicable regulatory standards, including Good Laboratory Practices
• Proficiency with relevant laboratory techniques and automated or specialized laboratory equipment
• Knowledge of laboratory safety, infection-control practices, standard precautions, and hazardous chemical handling
• Proficiency with routine and selected non-routine laboratory calculations, including averages, means, standard deviations, and quality-control metrics
• 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 attention to detail and a consistent focus on accuracy and data integrity
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining clear, accurate, and timely documentation
• Effective collaboration and communication skills for working with laboratory personnel and cross-functional stakeholders
• Basic knowledge of assigned automated chemistry systems, technical procedures, and laboratory responsibilities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Ability to guide entry-level colleagues, deliver hands-on training, and support new-hire onboarding

Additional information

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.

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.

If you're looking to unleash your potential, join IQVIA Laboratories 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.

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $42,700.00 - $89,000.00. 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.