Job Overview We are looking for a Senior Scientist to join Q2 Solutions, IQVIA’s laboratory business in Livingston, UK. The successful candidate will be responsible for serving as a technical specialist for laboratory operations, identifying and driving continuous process improvement initiatives. Essential Functions • Responsible for performing and documenting all analytical procedures with accuracy, consistency and timeliness in accordance with current standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory guidelines. • Performs routine and moderately complex 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. • Performs and documents hands on training for other Laboratory staff in areas of proven competency as assigned. • Leads routine quality investigations. Assigns and completes CAPAs and effectiveness verifications. • Oversees the technology transfer of methods and SOPs from other groups within Q2 Solutions. • Collaborates cross-functionally to ensure assays will be sustainable and scalable in laboratory operations. • Demonstrates advance knowledge to provide input on technical inquiries and provide leadership in troubleshooting projects, including root cause analysis and advanced problem solving. • Produces analytical documentation for laboratory assays and associated pipelines across all service areas in the business (i.e. Laboratory Ops, Quality Systems, Information Technology, and Finance). • Identify and lead continuous process improvement initiatives for laboratory operations, including but not limited to the following responsibilities: • Review of laboratory metrics to identify initiatives as well as establish additional metrics such as cost savings that are associated with process improvement initiatives. • Work with stakeholders on process improvement initiatives to present projects and ensure that goals are met. • Independently identifies and evaluates vendor platforms to enhance delivery. • Responsible for documentation of all project aspects including formal validations of laboratory methods. • May present findings to a wide variety of audiences internal and external to Q2 Solutions. • Shares accountability for lab documentation, ensuring SOP's are accurate by conducting regular reviews, updating as needed. • Prepares data analysis results for upload to LIMS system under the guidance of senior level staff. • Prepares buffers and solutions for analysis, as required. • Performs and documents calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment as assigned. • Responsible for producing high quality data and documentation in adherence to timelines in accordance with regulatory requirements. • Participates in continuing education through self-study, attending in-services and off-site lectures and meetings and prepare programs to share with coworkers. • Attends internal design calls and analytical assay review meetings to ensure effectiveness. • May be responsible for contributing to the design and development execution of routine assays under moderate supervision. • May act as a back up in any area of daily laboratory operations. • Supports safety, quality, and 6S requirements and initiatives. • Complies with company's procedures and applicable regulatory requirements. Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree Bachelors 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.) Req • Typically requires >5 years experience in relevant discipline. Req • >4 years of experience in a regulated laboratory. Req • Sound knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts in job area. • Knowledgeable across all assays within the scope of assigned technical area/dept. • Working knowledge of applicable governing regulatory requirements. • Strong knowledge of applicable lab techniques. • Proficiency with laboratory calculations regarding batches and specimens including but not limited to averages, means, standard deviations, and various quality control metrics. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Strong organizational skills, and close attention to detail are essential. • Capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously and independently. • Demonstrated “everyday leadership” skills. • Ability to maintain a minor degree of independence to complete assigned tasks and projects. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients. • Ability to synthesize information from various topics. • Ability to bring projects and deliverables to completion under timeline expectations. • This role is not eligible for UK VISA Sponsorship Q² Solutions, IQVIA’s laboratory business, creates connected intelligence by combining our expertise, technology and analytics - this fuels unparalleled research & development solutions. 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