Associate Scientist (Flow Cytometry) (Afternoon & Night Shift)

IQVIA LABORATORIES ASIA PTE. LTD.

Job Profile Summary

  • This role is on permanent rotating afternoon and night shift only. Shift allowance is provided. Apply only if you are comfortable.

  • Responsible for performing a variety of technical procedures and experimental execution in support of sample analysis and validation using Flow Cytometry.

  • Responsible for root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and supporting process improvements.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for performing and documenting analytical procedures in accordance with SOPs and regulatory guidelines.

  • Performs routine data analysis to determine if an analytical procedure is proceeding according to expectations and that the results are within acceptable tolerances.

  • Identifies and documents potential performance errors or otherwise unusual results and escalates to senior lab personnel.

  • Prepares data analysis results for upload to LIMS system under the guiadance of senior level staff.

  • Assists in quality investigations, deviations, and resolution.

  • Prepares buffers and solutions for analysis, as required.

  • Assists in the review and update of laboratory procedures and techniques.

  • Guides entry level staff on routine procedures and supports on-boarding of new staff.

  • Performs and document calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment as assigned.

  • Performs and documents hands on training for other lab personnel in areas of proven competency as assigned.

  • Assists in the review and development of laboratory procedures and techniques.

  • Assists in the implementation of procedural changes as assigned.

  • Notifies inventory staff of supply shortages.

  • Responsible for clear, accurate, and timely communications with cross functional stakeholders.

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

  • Supports safety, quality, and 6S requirements and initiatives.

  • Complies with company's procedures and applicable regulatory requirements.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (Some CAP/CLIA lab locations may require a BSc in in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory technology or cytotechnology.)

  • Comfortable with rotating between afternoon and night shifts

  • Min 6 months experience in a regulated laboratory environment.

  • Requires basic knowledge of assigned technical area, systems and procedures obtained through prior work experience.

  • Demonstrates understanding of functional area and responsibilities.

  • Working knowledge of any applicable regulatory standards within area of responsibility, such as Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).

  • Proficiency with relevant laboratory techniques.

  • Knowledge of laboratory safety and infection control procedures and practices including standard precautions and hazardous chemical handling.

  • Experience working with automation or specialized laboratory equipment.

  • Proficiency with routine and some non-routine laboratory calculations regarding batches and specimens including averages, means, standard deviations, and various quality control metrics.

  • Capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously.

  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Ability to effectively collaborate with internal stakeholders.

  • Applicable certificates and/or other regulatory bodies by country, state, and/or other regulatory bodies