FAQs

What to expect during the application process at IQVIA?

All current job openings can be found on our Career’s Website.

If you don’t see an opening that matches your interests, join our Global Talent Network so we can let you know when jobs matching your career aspirations become available.

Once you have identified a role you are interested in, and you meet the qualifications, click “Apply Now” to start your application. You will be redirected to our candidate portal and prompted to create an online account. From there, you can complete the application.

Internships can be found on our career website by searching ‘Intern’ in the keyword search. Learn more about IQVIA internships here.

Our Talent Acquisition team will review your application and send you updates as they become available. Be sure to monitor the email address used when you applied and don’t forget to check spam and junk folders.

After you complete an application, you will receive an email confirmation. You can monitor the status of your application by logging into our candidate portal, Workday. Once logged in, click “My Applications” to view the status of your application, take action on pending tasks, and/or update your information.

Click “My Career” at the top of our career website. From there, click ‘Register/Sign In’ to log into the IQVIA candidate portal, using the username and password you created for your application. Here, you can edit your contact information, view your applications and search for jobs.

Click “My Career”, ‘Register/Sign In’ at the top right-hand side of the screen and then “Forgot your password?”.

Most IQVIA employees are eligible to participate in our Employee Referral Program. If an employee refers you to an open position or you have questions about the program, please contact the individual directly and/or reach out to your recruiter.

What to expect during the interview process at IQVIA?

Given the success of our virtual interviewing model, and the flexibility it allows for candidates, we use virtual interviewing for many of our interviews. The process varies by role, but most interviews start with a pre-recorded video and/or phone screen, and then move to rounds of interviews with the hiring manager and relevant team members.

During your interviews, you can expect questions regarding your skills, experiences and knowledge of the company. Here’s an article to help you make an impact during your video interview. For more specific guidance on the interview structure, please contact your recruiter.

At IQVIA, we work together to bring out the best in each other, achieve our goals and drive healthcare forward through meaningful and inclusive collaboration. To ensure you feel that support throughout the interview process, check out our interview tips blog.

If your interview requires a case study, presentation or examination requirements, you will be notified by the recruiter in advance. If these are not mentioned, you can assume they’re not required.

To optimize the process and improve efficiency, the recruiter is the primary contact for questions, technical issues, and interview feedback. The recruitment coordinator will manage interview scheduling on behalf of the recruiter.

You can reach out to either the recruiter or the coordinator any time during the interview process.

The job description for the role you applied to can be found by logging into your IQVIA profile on our candidate portal, Workday. From there, click the requisition number under “My Applications.”

You can also contact your recruiter directly.

Please contact your recruiter to find out more about the reimbursement policy in your country.

Most interviews will be conducted in English unless otherwise specified. Some questions will be asked in local language.

For early-stage interviews and screening calls, we utilize a video interviewing technology called, Modern Hire. Although most interviews are conducted on Microsoft Teams, unless otherwise specified. If you have any Microsoft Teams issues, please reference this guide.

At IQVIA, we aim for competitive compensation, using relevant market benchmarks that align to our global job architecture. Candidate compensation will be based on the specific role they apply to, their work location, and legitimate job-related factors, which may include experience, qualifications, skills, education, and certifications. You may discuss your compensation during your screening call with your recruiter.

What to expect during the onboarding process at IQVIA?

Our onboarding process is designed to help you feel inspired, connected and enabled to do great work from the moment you accept your job offer. There are five key steps in our onboarding process:

• Get Ready – Connect and prepare for Day 1

• Get Set – Meet your colleagues and set up essentials

• Learn – Discover IQVIA, your department and role

• Connect – Build your brand and internal network

• Grow – Maximize your career

The duration of the onboarding process varies based on the complexity of your role and the specific requirements of your department. Generally, onboarding spans several weeks to ensure a comprehensive integration. Our IQVIA onboarding app will guide you through the first 120 days as well as provide resources to help you learn and connect along the way.

We understand that sharing exciting news about your new role is natural and can help strengthen your professional network. While we value your enthusiasm, we recommend waiting until your first day. This way, you have access to IQVIA brand guidelines and social templates to help you make an external announcement.

Our inclusive environment enables greater impact when we work together so your success is important to us. Here is what you can expect during onboarding:

• Onboarding App tool: our user-friendly onboarding app will be your go-to resource throughout the onboarding journey. It will provide step-by-step guidance to help you navigate your first weeks and months at IQVIA

• Onboarding partner: this dedicated colleague will be available to answer questions, help with network introductions, and provide other guidance as needed.

• Manager and team support: your manager and team members will play a vital role in supporting your onboarding. They will provide guidance, clarify expectations, and help you understand your role within the team and the broader IQVIA.

During your onboarding journey, you will be introduced to those who will play an essential role in your journey, including your manager, teammates, and colleagues across the organization who you may work with closely. You will also be paired with an onboarding partner, who can offer valuable guidance and support as you ease into your new role.

What is the culture like at IQVIA?

IQVIA is committed to supporting you wherever your career takes you. No matter your role or the length of time you spent with us, you played a part in helping our customers advance health and improve patient outcome.

We invite all former employees and interns to stay connected with us by joining the IQVIA Alumni Network. The network provides access to networking opportunities, development resources, events and more. Learn more about registering for the IQVIA Alumni Network.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. Our portfolio of solutions are powered by IQVIA Connected Intelligence™ to deliver actionable insights and services built on high-quality health data, Healthcare-grade AI™, advanced analytics, the latest technologies and extensive domain expertise. With approximately 87,000 employees in over 100 countries, including experts in healthcare, life sciences, data science, technology and operational excellence, IQVIA is dedicated to accelerating the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

IQVIA has teams working across the entire pharma lifecycle. The Organization is comprised of Global Business Units (GBUs), Regional Business Units (RBUs) and Global Corporate Functions. Key business areas include Research & Development Solutions, Real World Solutions, Commercial Solutions, Safety, Regulatory & Quality, Payer & Provider, Global Public Health, and more. Corporate functions include Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal, Finance, Corporate Strategy, Marketing, etc.

Every day, we work together to drive healthcare forward in ways both big and small to help customers solve problems and improve patient outcomes. No matter your role, being an IQVIAN can be summarized by four key principles:

• Passion: We share a passion for the work we do, and the impact it has on customers and patients.

• Innovation: We are curious, creative, and empowered to explore new ideas and ways of working.

• Collaboration: We collaborate to bring out the best in each other and get the most out of our diverse skills and expertise.

• Growth: We are committed to growth, always learning, and making the most of flexible career opportunities.

We understand life’s complexities, so whether you work in the office, out in the field, remotely, or in a combination of locations, we find that offering flexibility in how and where we work helps our employees succeed both personally and professionally. Learn more about how we work.

We put our employees at the center of everything we do and are committed to providing them, and their families, with benefits that meet their diverse and changing needs.

IQVIA invests in integrated benefits programs and resources to meet employees’ physical, mental and emotional, financial and social well-being needs so they can thrive at home and at work, at any stage of their well-being journey.

Benefits vary based on employee location and local regulations so talk to your recruiter about local benefits.

IQVIA offers flexibility to explore career and growth opportunities. Our curiosity, coupled with supportive leadership, empowers everyone to stretch, grow, and explore new possibilities for ourselves and others. Learn more about ways to grow your career at IQVIA.

We believe that diversity, inclusion and belonging empower our mission to accelerate innovation for a healthier world. We create a culture of belonging by valuing the perspectives of all talented employees worldwide and providing them with the opportunity to power smarter healthcare for everyone, everywhere. When our talented employees bring their authentic selves and their diverse experiences to work, they enable us to accomplish extraordinary things. Multi-faceted thought processes spark innovation. Multi-talented collaboration harnesses innovation to deliver superior outcomes.

Learn more about diversity and, inclusion and belonging at IQVIA.

We support the well-being of our employees and their families by providing resources, programs and tools to support their physical, mental and financial well-being. Our Global Well-being Program — Healthy You — is centered on four pillars:

• Healthy Work:

• Healthy Connections:

• Healthy Bodies:

• Healthy Minds:

• Healthy Finances:

The exact benefits offered depend upon employee location and local regulations. Learn more about benefits at IQVIA.

Learn more about diversity, inclusion and belonging at IQVI

• Healthy Work

• Healthy Connection

• Healthy Bodies

• Healthy Minds

• Healthy Finances

The exact benefits offered depend upon employee location and local regulations. Learn more about benefits at IQVIA.

We put our employees at the center of everything we do and are committed to providing them, and their families, with benefits that meet their diverse and changing needs.

Benefits vary based on employee location and local regulations so talk to your recruiter about local benefits.