IQVIA · 1 day ago
Director, Laboratory Operations
Ithaca, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$112K/yr - $260K/yr
12+ years expIQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. The Director of Laboratory Operations will lead and oversee all aspects of clinical laboratory testing, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence while driving strategic alignment across global teams.
AnalyticsHealth CareLife Science
Responsibilities
Leading and managing daily operations of the clinical testing laboratory, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards
Driving strategic alignment and consistency across global laboratory operations
Championing quality assurance initiatives and overseeing corrective actions for non-conformities
Developing and implementing training programs to ensure staff competency and regulatory compliance
Monitoring and managing departmental budgets, cost control measures, and resource utilization
Introducing and implementing new technologies, tests, and continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Sales and Assay Development to support client needs and RFPs
Resolving complex client issues related to sample logistics, test results, and turnaround times
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science, medical laboratory technology, or cytotechnology
Minimum of 12 years' experience in a regulated laboratory environment
At least 5 years of direct line management experience
Subject Matter Expert in small and large molecules regulated bioanalysis via LCMS
Deep understanding of clinical laboratory testing procedures and regulatory requirements (e.g., GLP)
Strong leadership and team development skills with a focus on operational excellence
Proficiency in quality assurance, GLP processes, and continuous improvement methodologies
Excellent communication, client management, and financial oversight capabilities
Benefits
Integrated benefits programs
Resources to take care of our employees’ physical, mental, and emotional, financial, and social well-being
Company
IQVIA
IQVIA provides analytics, compliance, and management solutions to the life sciences industry.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.5B2025-06-02Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2023-11-14Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2023-05-18Post Ipo Debt· $1B
Leadership Team
Chris Colapietro
Vice President, Customer Engagement
Jonathan Morris
VP & GM US Healthcare
Recent News
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