Job summary:

Job description:

** Webcam interview.** Initial PO for 12 months; usually projects with this customer goes for 3+ years *** Remote project but some onsite visit may require

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify and maintain forms/interfaces for data entry into STARLIMS
• Create specific Crystal reports, develop or enhance workflows, create new tests, triggers, write and run queries to extract data including writing SQL scripts in STARLIMS.
• Work closely with laboratory personnel, vendors and other IT professionals to understand the needs of the laboratory staff, configure and maintain LIMS in a manner that addresses those needs and maximizes the system's potential.
• Analyze PHL (Public Health Laboratory) requirements to translate needs into technical requirements.
• Act as a liaison between PHL, LIMS vendor, LIMS users and ITS to provide end-user support on LIMS application.
• Formulate and define the scope of work for major upgrades to LIMS through research and fact finding combined with an understanding of applicable systems and laboratory requirements.
• Participate in preparing Statements of Work and assist with conducting business and functional requirements analysis for system enhancement or replacement.
• Analyze data trending generated by LIMS for process improvement, general quality control and quality improvement processes.
• Identify, implement, and document appropriate solutions for problems and issues with the LIMS during daily operations that can improve the laboratory information management process.
• Train others as appropriate on specific areas of LIMS expertise including employees and external system users. Assist in the development of systems documentation, training materials, and training processes.
• Identify, evaluate, develop, and redesigns laboratory information system processes and procedures to meet user requirements. Create detailed written requirements.
• Consult with and advise laboratory management and decision makers to identify, recommend, implement, and support cost-effective technology solutions including system customization as needed.
• Assist in design, implementation of new LIMS system or version upgrade.
• Assist with project estimation, planning and tracking of development and implementation tasks. Anticipate dependencies and delays and bring them to the management's attention.
• Provide recommendations for the most efficient and cost-effective solutions.
• Evaluate the existing information processing systems or manual workflows to determine effectiveness and recommend changes to improve production or workflows as required.
• Assist with UAT during implementation of software application systems.
• Work closely with management to prioritize business goals and information needs.
• Prepare user documentation for program specific systems.
• Work closely with PHL staff, developers, testers and a variety of end users to ensure technical compatibility and user satisfaction.
• Support in maintenance, troubleshooting and supporting existing LIMS system (STARLIMS) and interfaces.
• Work with internal and external users, ensuring they have access to STARLIMS and can see results.
• Support in maintenance of existing instrument interface and working with vendor to develop new instrument interface.

Desired Experience

• Experience in LIMS application management (preferably STARLIMS). LIMS implementation experience and laboratory testing experience preferred
• Experience with CLIA, ELAP, FDA, or CDC preferred
• Proven knowledge in system testing, validation, problem resolution, and training
• Background in laboratory computing environment including instrument and system interfaces and familiarity with laboratory procedures
• Working knowledge of the regulatory environment
• Strong experience in application testing
• Ability to explain technical details to non-technical staff
• Solid understanding of business practices with fundamental understanding of project management methodology

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of SQL
• Strong knowledge of Crystal Reports
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Tools
• Knowledge and experience with most of or all of the following programming languagesand platforms:STARLIMS Scripting Language (SSL), HL7, XML,  .NET, JavaScript
• Knowledge and experience with RDBMS: SQL Server, Oracle
• Experience working in a clinical Microbiology laboratory
• Background in basic microbiology and molecular biology testing techniques 
• Understanding of CLIA regulations at preanalytical, analytical and postanalytical phases
• Strong understanding of laboratory quality assurance and metrics for laboratory quality indicators
• Technical understanding of fungal, bacterial and viral structural components and growth requirements
• General understanding of microbiology and molecular biology testing workflow and reporting elements and organization necessary for cohesive laboratory reporting
• Understanding of next generation sequencing and bioinformatics
• Strong understanding of HIPAA
• Strong written and verbal communication skills across different and diverse groups or individuals
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the workday
• Ability to work under pressure and troubleshoot problems
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Contact the recruiter working on this position:

The recruiter working on this position is Mounika Lanka(Ravi Team)
His/her contact number is +(1) (703) 6468773
His/her contact email is mounika@msysinc.com

Our recruiters will be more than happy to help you to get this contract.