Lab Technician

Lab Technician Medicines Evaluation Unit (MEU) This role is office based in Manchester. The Medicines Evaluation Unit (MEU) Ltd, an IQVIA business, is one of the UK’s leading contract research organisations, and a facility where commitment to excellence is paramount. Possessing extensive pharmaceutical, scientific and clinical expertise, allied with fast volunteer recruitment, both healthy and patient, within a state-of-the-art hospital based research facility, enables the MEU to offer clients positive clinical trial solutions. Join us on our exciting journey!    Job Overview:  Responsible for assisting with a variety of routine activities associated with receipt, QC, and storage of clinical specimens. Maintains glassware for the laboratory, washes, rinses, dries, distributes and stores glassware such as test tubes, beakers, flasks and cylinder. Provides administrative and technical support to the lab. Logging and tracking samples accurately and processing biological samples from clinical trials participants along with managing sample storage and shipments. Performing pregnancy & drugs of abuse testing. Preparing laboratory supplies for study visits and supporting the general organisation of study set up and smooth running of the laboratory. Requirements:   Bachelor's Degree in life sciences or another relevant field. 1 year experience, recent graduates welcome. Knowledge of laboratory equipment, quality control and validation procedures. Computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Written and verbal communication skills including good command of English language. Clinical research experience preferred. Join IQVIA to see where your skills can take you   High level of autonomy. Global exposure   Variety of therapeutic areas  Collaborative and supportive team environment   Access to cutting-edge and innovative, in-house technology  Excellent career development and progression opportunities   Work-Life Balance, with a strong focus on a positive well-being. 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 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.