ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.
As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.
We are currently seeking a Lab Analyst I to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Lab Analyst I at ICON, you will be responsible for conducting routine laboratory tests and analyses to support clinical research studies. You will play an essential role in maintaining accurate data, adhering to standard procedures, and contributing to the overall success of the laboratory operations.
Title: Lab Analyst I
Location: On-Site Houston TX
Job Type: PRN/As Needed
Schedule: M-F 6 AM-12 PM CST
What You Will Be Doing:
- Under general supervision, Performs and reports routine and special laboratory tests on clinical trial specimens to aid in subject safety and in accordance to protocol requirements.
- Detect abnormalities as indicated in protocol.
- Performs specimen processing and testing independently to include waived and moderate complexity testing. Analyzes test results and assumes accountability for accuracy.
- Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots laboratory instrumentation and equipment and makes minor repairs as necessary and knows when to notify lab management.
- Understands, performs, and practices quality control management to include running controls, evaluating data, documentation of data, and taking corrective action as required. Communicates any relevant QC information to Supervisor or Manager.
- Must cross-train to other laboratory sections as needed.
- Calculates, enters, and/or verifies results of laboratory procedures.
- Utilizes the Laboratory Information System and eSource system.
- Provides notification and documentation of critical laboratory values obtained to Principal Investigator.
- Participates in the evaluation, development, and implementation of new or updated testing procedures and protocols.
- Demonstrates competence to perform laboratory testing.
- Demonstrates adherence to ICON Own It Values based on Integrity, Inclusion, Agility, Collaboration.
- Must complete all required compliance and regulatory tasks and follow all applicable policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Your Profile:
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science.
- MT/MLT/ASCP required (Clinical Lab Scientist license)
- Minimum 2 years in a laboratory environment, preferably in a clinical pathology laboratory or related industry.
- Proficient in laboratory techniques
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.
Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.
Benefits may include:
- Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
- Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
- Retirement and pension plans
- Life assurance and disability coverage
- Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
- Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways
Benefits may vary depending on role and location.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
Inclusion and Accessibility
ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.
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Skills Required
- Associate or bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science
- MT/MLT/ASCP required
- Minimum 2 years in a laboratory environment
- Proficient in laboratory techniques
- Good communication skills
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits are described as comprehensive, with medical coverage and wellness initiatives highlighted. Larger sites are also associated with added wellness supports such as onsite fitness options and access to an employee assistance program.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off and flexibility provisions are positioned as a meaningful part of the total package, including vacation/annual leave and flexible work scheduling. Flexibility is sometimes cited as helping offset long hours in certain roles.
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Retirement Support — Retirement and savings support is presented as a core component of the benefits package, including offerings such as pension arrangements in some locations and a U.S. 401(k) plan with company match. Financial planning resources are also emphasized as part of broader security benefits.
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What We Do
Since our foundation in Dublin, Ireland in 1990, our mission has been to help our clients to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life. We do this by delivering best in class information, solutions and performance, with an unyielding focus on quality at all times. We offer a full range of consulting, development and commercialisation services from a global network of offices in 53 countries. We focus our innovation on the factors that are critical to our clients – reducing time to market, reducing cost, and increasing quality – and our global team of experts has extensive experience in a broad range of therapeutic areas.
