We are seeking a highly skilled LabVantage LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) Architect to design, implement, and optimize LabVantage solutions that meet the complex needs of our organization. This role is critical for ensuring our laboratory operations run seamlessly, with robust systems that enable efficiency, compliance, and scalability.
As the LabVantage LIMS Architect, you will collaborate with stakeholders, including laboratory personnel, IT teams, and vendors, to design customized solutions that align with business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Solution Architecture and Design:
- Lead the design and development of LabVantage LIMS solutions tailored to business and laboratory needs.
- Develop system workflows, configurations, and integrations with other enterprise systems (e.g., S4 Hana ERP, MES, ELN, SDMS).
- Define data models, interface designs, and system configurations.
Implementation and Deployment:
- Oversee installation, configuration, and validation of LabVantage LIMS applications.
- Develop and execute project plans, ensuring timely and quality delivery of solutions.
- Manage system customizations, scripts, and user interface enhancements.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Collaborate with laboratory and IT teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for technical discussions and issue resolution.
Integration and Automation:
- Design and implement integrations between LIMS, SAP and third-party systems, including instruments and databases.
- Automate routine laboratory workflows to increase productivity and accuracy.
System Optimization and Maintenance:
- Continuously assess and improve system performance, reliability, and scalability.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, including GxP, FDA, and ISO requirements.
- Provide training and mentorship to end-users and junior developers.
Documentation and Compliance:
- Create and maintain technical documentation, including system architecture diagrams, user manuals, and SOPs.
- Support validation processes, including IQ/OQ/PQ documentation and audits.
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related field.
Experience:
- Experience managing LABVANTAGE LIMS, QC, or other laboratory-related software systems in the biotech or pharmaceutical industries.
- Proven experience in designing and deploying enterprise-grade LIMS solutions.
- Familiarity with laboratory processes in industries such as pharmaceuticals, biotech, food safety, or environmental testing.
- Demonstrated experience with system validation, particularly in regulated environments (GxP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, ISO 17025).
- Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies and project management.
- Familiarity with data management practices, including data integrity and governance.
Technical Skills:
- Expertise in LabVantage LIMS configuration, customization, and scripting (e.g., Java, SQL, Jump).
- Strong knowledge of database management systems (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server).
- Experience with system integrations using APIs, web services, and middleware.
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., GxP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11).
- Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional projects.
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with a focus on root cause analysis.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate technical details into clear, user-friendly language.
- Proven experience with vendor management and negotiation.
Certifications (Preferred but not required):
- ITIL or similar IT service management certification.
- Certification in LABVANTAGE LIMS software.
- Knowledge of cloud-based LIMS solutions and deployment.