Assistant Scientist, LIMS Technical Support

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Position Summary

This position is a technical support role within the Lab Digital Sciences organization QC Digital System Technical Support pillar that is responsible for building and maintain LIMS master data, following developed standards in direct support of Global Quality Control Operations that are responsible for testing to support new product introductions, site manufacturing plans, global stability programs, analytical method technical transfer and other non-routine testing activities.  As a LIMS Assistant Scientist, you will ensure compliance with established procedures, methods, specifications, sampling plans, and data reporting requirements that include, and may not be limited to, raw material, water, microbial, biologics drug substance and/or biologics drug product testing, while additionally providing ad hoc technical support to QC labs users to ensure operational and business needs are addressed to ensure timely completion of product release and stability testing to ensure supply of medicines to our patients.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in relevant scientific, computer, or engineering program with at least 1-3 years’ experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

• Basic knowledge and understanding of analytical techniques preferred.

• Basic knowledge in at least one lab system (LIMS, LES, Empower, MODA, CIMS, etc.) or has knowledge of systems / databases/ programming.

• Basic knowledge of databases and/or Microsoft Office Applications (Access, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, Word) and/or other relevant software programs, preferred.

• Ability to interpret and apply cGMPs, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. 

• Interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills are essential.  Must contribute to a team based, collaborative and positive environment, clarity of purpose and high commitment to business goals.  

• Demonstrated problem solving ability, attention to detail, and analytical thinking skills.   

• Ability to take initiative and prioritize objectives from multiple projects; adhere to scheduled timelines while maintaining flexibility, independently or as part of a team.

• Ability to receive and act on assignments that do have a clearly defined process.

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain master data/static data in lab digital systems by following established standards and executing the appropriate change management process to support laboratory testing activities.

• Execute and document appropriate change control associated with the Enterprise system application, which requires knowledge of system interfaces and impact to each other. Consult with more experienced team members as needed to understand system interfaces.

• Collaborate with appropriate laboratory personnel to ensure laboratory needs and requirements are accurate in the lab system setup.

• Test changes/enhancements through dry runs and receive feedback from lab users, when required.

• Execute User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system functionality changes.

• Contribute to implementing lab system improvements to enhance compliance and the efficiency of laboratory operations (i.e. testing queues, testing metrics monitoring, etc.).to support product release, new products, key performance indicators/lean lab metrics.

• Review user account requests for system access.

• Maintain up to date knowledge on functi