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We are seeking a Specimen Management Associate II to join IQVIA Laboratories at Austin, TX. 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.

The Specimen Management Associate II ensures samples received and/or shipped are accurately maintained, tracked, and managed for complete traceability and accountability. This role supports sample reconciliation, issue resolution, customer communication, and compliance with laboratory procedures and regulatory requirements.

• Reconcile sample shipments and resolve routine issues to ensure samples are accurately identified, sorted, and labeled for testing and/or storage
• Identify errors or potential problems and escalate concerns to senior-level staff
• Notify customers of sample receipt and respond to routine inquiries as needed
• Support after-hour alarms and other job-critical functions as required
• Support safety, quality, and 6S requirements and initiatives
• Notify appropriate staff of supply shortages
• Communicate clearly, accurately, and timely with cross-functional stakeholders
• Perform work in accordance with company procedures and applicable regulatory guidelines

• Bachelor's degree in a natural science field or equivalent required; BS in life science preferred
• Basic knowledge of laboratory systems and procedures with demonstrated ability to navigate and resolve routine challenges
• Experience supporting sample shipment reconciliation, sample identification, sorting, labeling, testing, and/or storage workflows
• Knowledge of GLP/GDP regulations preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Other equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to sample traceability and accountability
• Effective organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally with coworkers, managers, customers, and clients
• Self-motivated and able to work well independently and as part of a team
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Commitment to continuing education through self-study, training sessions, and meetings

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.

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 $35,900.00 - $74,800.00. 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.