IQVIA Posted September 3, 2026

Associate Principal Scientist, Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LCMS) Assay Development

Ithaca, United States Full time
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About this opportunity

We are seeking 2 Associate Principal Scientists, Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LCMS) Assay Development to join IQVIA Laboratories at 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.

Job Summary:

The Associate Principal Scientist, Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry Assay Development will develop rugged and challenging bioanalytical methods, support method hand-off, and troubleshoot complex assay development challenges. This role will strengthen small and large molecule analysis capabilities through advanced extraction, chromatographic, and mass spectrometric techniques.

What You'll Be Doing:

Develop reliable extraction, chromatographic, and mass spectrometric analysis procedures for highly challenging and complex methods

Document all project work according to Assay Development processes and procedures

Communicate progress and status to the Director of Assay Development and Project Management, as necessary

Present method development results at Prevalidation Committee Meetings

Independently interact with Project Management and clients to provide project status updates, as necessary

Guide Wet Lab staff through clear instructions and communication

Provide clear method documentation to Project Management and support analytical staff during the method hand-off process

Actively contribute to conference presentations and publications under PK/PD and biomarker analysis

What We Are Looking For:

Master’s Degree with 6-8 years’ experience, or Ph.D. 2-5 yrs experience (industry experience preferred)

Highly experienced in Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry and biologic sample preparation

Advanced knowledge of chemistry involved in method development procedures

Experience with regulated bioanalysis, method development, LBA/Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry, proteomics sample preparation, and automation

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

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Needed for This Role:

Advanced knowledge in Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry theory and biologic sample preparation

Knowledge of high resolution mass spectrometry, including Thermo Orbitraps, Exploris, and Excedions

Knowledge of triple quadrupole systems, including Sciex 6500, 6500 plus, and 7500 plus

Hands-on experience with clinical biomarker analysis

Ability to develop and present well-organized Prevalidation Committee Meeting presentations

Excellent attention to detail and communication skills

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 benefits .

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. Learn more at  https://jobs.iqvia.com

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. https://jobs.iqvia.com/eoe

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 $83,000.00 - $173,000.00. 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.

Job details

Seniority
Principal
Function
Drug Discovery & Preclinical Research
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Ithaca, United States
Employment type
Full time

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22Countries represented

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This roleSubject $83,000/yr – $173,000/yr
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