IQVIA

Associate Manager, Specimen Management

IQVIA • $58K — $122K *
Santa Clarita, CA 91350In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 4 years experience in Specimen Management or related clinical lab services
  • Strong understanding of specimen management operations
  • Knowledge of study set-up and cross-functional dependencies
  • Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted

Responsibilities

  • Lead team hiring, training, and performance management
  • Establish daily operational objectives and coordinate workflows
  • Monitor operational metrics and implement performance improvements
  • Maintain quality control systems and procedural documentation
  • Promote compliance with regulatory guidelines and health standards
  • Support capacity and budget planning initiatives
  • Partner with global teams for process consistency and client inquiries

Benefits

  • Integrated benefits programs for physical, mental, and emotional well-being
  • Resources to support employees' financial and social well-being
  • Emphasis on employee support at all stages of well-being journey
Full Job Description
We are seeking an Associate Manager, Specimen Management to join IQVIA Laboratories in Valencia, California.

Job Summary:

The Associate Manager, Specimen Management leads a team and oversees daily activities, operations, and performance to ensure departmental objectives are achieved to established quality standards. This role supports department growth, operational planning, process improvement, and cost-saving initiatives.

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Lead the hiring, training, performance management, development, mentoring, and coaching of team members
  • Establish daily operational objectives and coordinate workflows, resources, and staff coverage
  • Monitor operational metrics and implement improvements that enhance performance, quality, and cost efficiency
  • Maintain quality control systems, standard operating procedures, training records, position descriptions, and other required documentation
  • Promote compliance with company procedures, regulatory guidelines, health and safety requirements, and good housekeeping standards
  • Support capacity planning, budget planning, equipment purchase justifications, audit preparation, and incident trend analysis
  • Partner with global counterparts to improve process consistency and serve as a point of contact for internal and external client inquiries
What We Are Looking For:
  • A bachelor's degree is required
  • 4 years experience in Specimen Management or related clinical lab services function
  • Strong understanding of specimen management operations, methods, quality control systems, and procedures
  • Knowledge of study set-up and cross-functional and system dependencies
  • Other equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree
The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Needed for This Role:
  • Demonstrated ability to guide, mentor, coach, and develop others while navigating operational and people-related challenges
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal clients, external clients, and global teams
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to delegate work effectively and coordinate team workflows
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects while directing team members and maintaining quality standards
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!

The potential base pay range for this role, when annualized, is $58,800.00 - $122,500.00. 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.

About IQVIA

Innovex offers superior and creative advice to corporations. In addition, they raised venture capital for our own affiliate companies, in addition to having assisted clients in fund-raising efforts, new venture outreaches, and financing. Their engineers and technical staff offer varied backgrounds in manufacturing, high tech, product design, quality control, safety, biomechanics, and robotics.

IQVIA Careers

Join the vibrant team at IQVIA, a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the healthcare industry. IQVIA is recognized for its commitment to innovation, leadership in healthcare, and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

Work You’ll Do

At IQVIA, we offer job opportunities that empower you to leverage your skills and drive healthcare forward. Become part of a team that thrives on innovation and the pursuit of operational excellence, helping to improve patient outcomes across the globe.

Transform Your Career

IQVIA is the place where you can transform the world of healthcare while advancing your career. With a variety of positions available, from research and development to business analytics, IQVIA is at the forefront of the industry. Our leadership is committed to fostering a culture of growth and professional development, making IQVIA a prime environment for both seasoned professionals and those seeking an internship to kickstart their career.

Innovative Work Environment

Join over 50,000 dedicated professionals in a dynamic environment where technology meets healthcare. At IQVIA, innovation isn’t just a buzzword; it's the backbone of how we solve complex challenges. With cutting-edge resources and a collaborative global team, your work at IQVIA directly contributes to advancements in life sciences.

Career Development and Benefits

IQVIA believes in nurturing its team members not just as employees but as individuals seeking to grow their careers. We support this with unmatched benefits, diversity training, and opportunities for leadership development. Our commitment to your career growth is matched by our dedication to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Explore Job Opportunities

Whether you’re looking for a full-time position, part-time work, or a graduate internship, IQVIA offers a range of employment options to match your career ambitions. Our hiring process is designed to be transparent and engaging, helping you to understand where your skills can best be utilized within the company.

Networking and Professional Development

At IQVIA, networking and professional development are part of our DNA. Engage with industry leaders, participate in global conferences, and take advantage of our in-house training programs designed to enhance your skills and advance your career.

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Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players. Explore the diverse job opportunities at IQVIA and find where you can make an impact.

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Learn more about IQVIA
Size
82,000 employees
Market Cap
$37.5 billion
Industry
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Net Income
$279 million
Founded
2016
5 Year Trend
+15.3%
Revenue
$11.3 billion
NASDAQ
IQV
* Ladders Estimates

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