ICON

Validation Analyst I

In short

This role assists in preparing and coordinating laboratory validation, correlation, and stability studies, including sample preparation, distribution, data analysis, and record-keeping, at a global clinical research organisation. It requires 3+ years of medical laboratory experience, prior work as a Medical Technologist, Biomedical Scientist, or Lab Technician, and hands-on experience with laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and quality control. The job involves occasional domestic and/or international travel (under 5%) and is based in Dublin, Ireland.

Validation Analyst I (Labs)
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.
Job Description
•Recognize, exemplify and adhere to ICON's values which center around our commitment to People, Clients and Performance.
•As a member of staff, the employee is expected to embrace and contribute to our culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes adding value to our business and meeting client needs.
•Travel (approximately less than 5%) domestic and/or international.
•Accept direction from Manager and or Scientific Director of Global Validation.
Key Duties
•Assist in the preparation of validation plans and reports and in performance of results analysis.
•Prepare accuracy, precision, correlation, or stability samples for validation studies.
•Distribute and/or ship validation, correlation, or stability samples within or to ILS owned facilities and/or collaborators.
•Assist in coordinating the performance and completion of validation studies in a timely manner.
•Import data as needed into a statistical analysis tool such as EP evaluator or equivalent.
•Maintain a readily accessible, up to date electronic library of completed validation, correlation, or stability study statistical experiments.
•Be available to assist laboratory in assay validation experiments as necessary.
•Perform other relevant tasks depending on the needs of the global validation department.
•Responsible for the performance of required manual procedures and operation of automated instrumentation under supervision of the Manager or Laboratory Director as necessary.
Qualifications
•3+ years Medical Laboratory experience
•Prior experience as a Medical Technologist, Biomedical Scientist, Lab Technician, or similar
•Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science or similar degree preferred
•Knowledge of laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and quality control procedures
•Experience working in a clinical laboratory or research setting is required
•Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
•Attention to detail, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities
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.
Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

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