Good starting point but don't get stuck there
Pros
Entry-level job - all you need is a Bachelor's in any science subject. Good base pay for first job out of college and handy way to get some experience under your belt. After a year's experience here, you should be able to move onto a better pharma company. Health insurance & pension.
Cons
There is a very poor work environment and a real lack of communication. Do not let this job take over your life; you are not being paid enough to work overtime. I feel like this position is a glorified email sender. You will not use your science degree for anything; it's mindless tedious work. In 2020, because of COVID-19, they cancelled our annual pay raises. They also bragged about how well the company was doing and exceeding profit goals in 2020. So that felt real nice. There is very little room for growth in this company. You have to work there a minimum of a year before you are graciously allowed to apply for a "promotion" (i.e. you go from Ops 1 to Ops 2 with a very small pay increase). It is competitive and promotions are advertised rarely, usually with only 1 being available. You have to interview with managers at your office for a promotion, and usually they already have it set in their minds who they are going to give it to. However, the company will hire new starts with your same job title and pay them 5k more than you. The salaries vary a lot so make sure you negotiate for higher salary. They are usually desperate for new employees because there is such a high turn over rate. Many people have left IQVIA and then come back after a year with a higher position. If you leave, they are likely to take you back because they really lack experienced people as the majority of the office are new starts. They will assign you way more projects and work that you have time for. Don't be afraid to say no when they ask you to do something. You won't be paid anymore money by taking on more work.
