Job Description Summary

As the Lab Information Management System (LIMS) Sr. Expert, you are responsible to build, maintain, update and troubleshoot the LIMS related items for Cell and Gene Therapies. Additionally, the LIMS Sr. Expert will manage/assist with site projects such as system updates and/or enhancements within tight timelines following guidelines and compliance. Knowledge of GxP regulations is recommended.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Design, configure, and implement LIMS solutions according to requirements and specifications. Document and maintain LIMS configurations, customizations, and best practices.
Coordinate/collaborate with developers and project managers to determine requirements for database system modifications and upgrades and ensure timely and successful delivery
Provide adhoc and technical support and troubleshooting for LIMS and IT related issues and queries.
Thorough understanding of the principles, practices and techniques of laboratory analysis, good automated laboratory practices (GALP), laboratory instrumentation, workflow, and analytical methods
Work closely with all end users, IT support, QA to ensure the data requirements are met and LIMS is aligned with business processes that interface with it.
Train and assist end-users on LIMS effectively and efficiently.

Essential Requirements:

BS with a minimum of 5 years of industry experience in automation/digitalization projects and Pharmaceuticals. Minimum 2 years database management experience.
Ability to support adhoc requests.
Deep understanding of cGXP requirements and good documentation practices relating to systems, equipment and instrumentation within the pharmaceutical industry
Strong communication and presentation skills.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $112,800 and 169,200/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/24 through 12/31/24, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers who are focused on building and advancing a culture of inclusion that values and celebrates individual differences, uniqueness, backgrounds and perspectives. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the world around us and connects us to the patients, customers and communities we serve.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

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Salary Range

$112,800.00 - $169,200.00

Skills Desired

Agility, Analytical Development, Auditing, Audit Management, Business Partnering, Change Control, Continued Learning, Health Authorities, Influencing Skills, Knowledge Of Capa, Qa (Quality Assurance), Quality Management, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Self-Awareness, Six Sigma, Sop (Standard Operating Procedure), Technological Expertise