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.
As a Laboratory Assistant at ICON, you will provide essential support to laboratory operations by assisting with the preparation, organization, and maintenance of laboratory samples and equipment.
What You Will Do:
Your role will involve delivering clinical laboratory operations work to a high standard, working closely with your team and stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting with the preparation of laboratory samples and reagents according to established protocols and procedures.
- Maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring cleanliness and proper functioning at all times.
- Documenting and tracking sample information, including labeling, storage, and retrieval of samples as needed.
- Supporting laboratory staff in conducting tests and analyses by providing timely assistance and preparation of materials.
- Participating in maintaining a safe and compliant laboratory environment, following all safety protocols and guidelines.
Your Profile:
You will bring relevant clinical laboratory operations experience, along with the following qualifications and skills.
Required qualifications and experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in a relevant field preferred.
- 0-2 years of experience in a laboratory or related environment, with a strong willingness to learn and develop new skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
- Good communication and teamwork abilities, with a proactive approach to supporting laboratory operations.
- Basic familiarity with laboratory equipment and techniques is a plus.
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.
Salary Range
$35,208.00-$44,010.00Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Associate degree in a relevant field preferred
- 0-2 years of experience in a laboratory or related environment
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Good communication and teamwork abilities
- Basic familiarity with laboratory equipment and techniques is a plus
ICON plc Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
