Lead Lab Informatics Architect — LIMS/ELN & Data Integrity

Lonza, Inc.; Princes Risborough; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile career and dynamic working style

Inclusive and ethical workplace

Compensation programs recognizing high

Performance

Job summary

Lonza in the UK is seeking a Lab Informatics Lead to steer the development and ongoing improvement of LIMS/ELN solutions that support lab workflows, sample tracking, and data integrity. This fully site-based role collaborates with scientists, IT, and external vendors to deliver scalable, compliant lab information management capabilities.

The role focuses on integrating laboratory equipment with LIMS/ELN, driving digitalization, and ensuring data integrity across biopharma workflows.

Qualifications

• Degree in Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, Biology, or related field.
• Experience in product ownership or business analysis.
• Hands-on experience with ELN/LIMS platforms (e.g., IDBS, Benchling, ThermoFisher SampleManager, LabVantage).
• Knowledge of APIs and scientific instrument connectivity.
• Familiarity with laboratory workflows in biopharma or biomanufacturing.
• Understanding of data integrity, FAIR principles, and laboratory digitalization.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain the product vision, roadmap, and backlog for LIMS/ELN integration
• Manage connections between LIMS/ELN, CDS, and instrument interfaces
• Gather requirements from scientists and lab managers, translating them into user stories
• Lead digitalization efforts to modernize lab environments
• Ensure workflows support sample management, reagent tracking, and data integrity
• Monitor system performance and identify opportunities for improvement

Skills

Product ownership experience

Business analysis experience

APIs knowledge

Education

Degree in Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, Biology, or related field

Tools

LIMS/ELN platforms (IDBS, Benchling, ThermoFisher SampleManager, LabVantage)

Job description

Lonza in the UK is seeking a Lab Informatics Lead to steer the development and ongoing improvement of LIMS/ELN solutions that support lab workflows, sample tracking, and data integrity. This fully site-based role collaborates with scientists, IT, and external vendors to deliver scalable, compliant lab information management capabilities.

The role focuses on integrating laboratory equipment with LIMS/ELN, driving digitalization, and ensuring data integrity across biopharma workflows.