IQVIA Posted October 13, 2026

Scientists (LCMS-MS Bioanalysis & Method Validation)

Ithaca, United States Full time
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About this opportunity

We are seeking Scientists (LCMS-MS Bioanalysis & Method Validation) 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.

IQVIA Laboratories in Ithaca, NY has multiple Scientist opportunities open across LC–MS bioanalysis and method validation teams. Apply to this posting if you’re interested in Scientist roles focused on generating high-quality data for both large and small molecule workflows in a regulated laboratory environment.

What You'll Be Doing: 

Follow all applicable health, safety, and regulatory standards while performing laboratory work

Design, set up, and execute qualitative and quantitative experiments to support LC–MS bioanalysis, method validation, and downstream sample analysis

Prepare, extract, and process samples using techniques such as protein precipitation, solid-phase extraction, and immunocapture as applicable to the assay

Operate, calibrate, tune, and optimize LC–MS instrumentation (including Triple Quadrupole mass spectrometers and UPLC systems) and perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting per SOPs

Review, interpret, integrate, and summarize chromatographic and mass spectrometry data; identify data abnormalities and initiate appropriate troubleshooting studies using sound scientific judgment

Prepare documentation and deliverables including protocols, technical summaries and reports, GLP-compliant laboratory notebook entries, and data packages for project outcomes

Collaborate with Project Management and cross-functional stakeholders to plan work, communicate progress, and meet study objectives within tight timelines

Contribute to continuous improvement by helping evaluate new technologies and techniques and supporting process improvements within the lab

What We Are Looking For: 

Bachelor's Degree in applied/laboratory sciences or a relevant scientific discipline with direct laboratory coursework

Hands-on experience with LC–MS workflows including operation of Triple Quadrupole and/or high resolution mass spectrometers, UPLC systems, calibration and tuning, and data interpretation.

Knowledge of sample handling and preparation techniques (e.g., protein precipitation, SPE, immunocapture) and familiarity with GLP documentation standards; experience preparing data for LIMS (e.g., Watson) is a plus

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 commitment to producing high-quality, compliant data and documentation to timelines

Ability to troubleshoot complex experiments and laboratory equipment, clearly present findings, and know what to escalate versus address independently

Effective communication and interpersonal skills in a collaborative team environment, including working with project teams and cross-functional stakeholders

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 https://jobs.iqvia.com/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 $41,400.00 - $108,000.00. 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
Not listed
Function
Manufacturing & CMC
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Ithaca, United States
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

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This roleSubject $41,400/yr – $108,000/yr
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