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're currently seeking a Lab Analyst II to join a team of bioanalytical professionals supporting groundbreaking clinical research.
As a Lab Analyst II you will be responsible for conducting analytical QC testing utilizing chromatography techniques like HPLC, as well as other techniques not limited to FTIR, Dissolution, Karl Fisher, Conductivity, Osmometer, liquid sampler, Disintegration, Visible Inspection, and Appearance. This role is essential in maintaining accurate data, adhering to standard procedures, and contributing to the overall success of the laboratory operations.
What You Will Be Doing:
- Performing laboratory tests and analyses in accordance with established protocols and procedures.
- Routinely executing laboratory HPLC methods related to clinical studies.
- Perform USP and EP test methods.
- Participating in method development and validation, and qualification of compendial methods.
- Assist in developing pharmaceutical formulations by testing various excipients, vehicles, etc.
- Responsible for inspection, release and destruction of production materials, components, and chemicals to manufacturing facility; including intermediates.
- Responsible for sampling Raw Materials in an ISO Classified environment; including preparation and shipment of samples to the required laboratories.
- Operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, performing regular calibrations, and troubleshooting as needed.
- Supporting quality control activities by participating in the review and verification of test results and procedures.
Your Profile:
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or a related scientific field.
- 3+ years of experience in a similar laboratory environment performing HPLC techniques. Clinical research of pharma environment strongly preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to follow protocols and maintain accurate records.
- Basic proficiency in laboratory techniques and equipment operation, with a willingness to learn and develop new skills.
- Good communication and teamwork abilities, with a proactive approach to supporting team objectives and deadlines.
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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
- Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry, or related scientific field
- 3+ years laboratory experience performing HPLC techniques
- Experience executing USP and EP test methods
- Experience with analytical instruments: FTIR, Karl Fischer, dissolution apparatus, osmometer, conductivity meters, liquid samplers, disintegration and visible inspection
- Experience in method development, validation, and qualification of compendial methods
- Experience sampling raw materials in an ISO classified environment and preparing/shipping samples
- Ability to operate, maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment
- Strong attention to detail, recordkeeping, following protocols, and teamwork/communication skills
- Clinical research or pharmaceutical environment experience
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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.
