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IQVIA

Runs drug trials and sells health data to pharma

Histology Technician

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeValencia, Santa Clarita, CA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Typically requires 2–3 years of experience in a histopathology lab or discipline.
  • ASCP qualification or equivalent and 1 year of experience in a clinical, research, academic, or commercial/production laboratory are required.
  • Detailed knowledge of histology techniques, specialized laboratory equipment, clinical testing procedures, staining techniques, and applicable laboratory testing regulations is required.
  • Ability to troubleshoot laboratory equipment and resolve process issues is required.
  • Applicable certifications and licenses are required as mandated by local regulations.
  • An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy while managing multiple tasks simultaneously is required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word is required.
  • The role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, close eye work such as computer use, typing, and reading small print, and occasional exposure to cold temperatures.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare slides for microscopic evaluation through tissue processing, paraffin embedding, sectioning, and staining.
  • Partner with pathologists to facilitate analysis and timely delivery of results.
  • Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot histology laboratory equipment.
  • Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with standard operating procedures, good documentation practices, and regulatory guidelines.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable local and federal requirements, CLIA, and CAP requirements.
  • Support process improvements that enhance data quality, reduce costs, or improve turnaround times.
  • Maintain laboratory inventory, housekeeping, safety, quality, and 6S standards.
  • Support study setup activities and laboratory or cross-functional projects as assigned.

About the Company

IQVIA

Runs drug trials and sells health data to pharma

IQVIA runs clinical trials for drug, biotech and medical device companies and sells them the health data, software and analytics they use to develop and market treatments. Its research arm designs studies, recruits trial sites and patients, and manages trials through to regulatory filing. Its commercial arm sells market data, consulting and software that pharma sales and marketing teams use to plan product launches. Clients pay through multi-year service contracts and data and software subscriptions. IQVIA was formed in 2016 when clinical research firm Quintiles merged with health data company IMS Health, and it is based in Durham, North Carolina.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Durham, NC
Founded
1998

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