IT Applications Analyst - LIMS Development

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals; Limerick; On-site; EUR 46,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals in Limerick, Ireland is hiring a LabWare LIMS Analyst/Developer to configure, develop, validate, and maintain LabWare LIMS and interfaces to instruments and enterprise systems in a GxP environment. Expect collaboration with QC, QA, Validation, and cross-functional lab stakeholders.

Role involves hands-on development of LIMS modules, APIs, and reporting, plus IQ/OQ/PQ validation and change-control processes to ensure compliant system delivery.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in IT, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• 2 years of LabWare LIMS experience preferred.
• Experience writing and maintaining LIMS Basic subroutines for triggers, calculations, workflows, and events.
• Experience building and consuming REST/SOAP APIs and working with XML/JSON.
• Strong SQL skills (Oracle/SQL Server or similar).
• Familiar with GxP, 21 CFR Part 11; IQ/OQ/PQ protocols and test scripts.
• Experience with Crystal Reports for custom reports and certificates of analysis.

Responsibilities

• Configure and maintain LabWare master data (analyses, components, products, specs, test methods, sample plans).
• Develop and maintain LIMS Basic subroutines; design, build interfaces with instruments and enterprise systems (ERP, MES, ELN).
• Write SQL queries and stored procedures; develop reports using Crystal Reports.
• Document solutions with User Requirements, Detailed/Functional/Technical specs and SOPs.
• Author and execute IQ/OQ/PQ validation; manage change control with Validation/QA.
• Administer LabWare LIMS including security roles, upgrades, and audits.
• Provide user support and coordinate enhancement requests with stakeholders.

Skills

LabWare LIMS

SQL

REST/SOAP APIs

GxP & 21 CFR Part 11

Crystal Reports

IQ/OQ/PQ

XML/JSON

Education

BS/BA in IT or Life Sciences

Tools

Crystal Reports

Git

SVN

Job description

Build our future together:

At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. We are seeking a LabWare LIMS Analyst/Developer to join our IOPS IT team, supporting the configuration, development, validation, and ongoing maintenance of LabWare LIMS and its interfaces to instruments and enterprise systems in a GxP-regulated environment. In this role, you will serve as a business-facing technical partner — developing custom solutions, managing master data, and ensuring compliant system delivery — while collaborating with QC, QA, Validation, and cross-functional laboratory stakeholders. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.

When & where:

• Location: Limerick
• Work model/flexibility: Onsite

Discover your role:

• Configure and maintain LabWare master data including analyses, components, products, specifications, test methods, and sample plans; manage master data changes and migrations across environments with full traceability under change control
• Develop and maintain LIMS Basic subroutines including triggers, calculations, workflows, and custom events; design, build, and support APIs and interfaces between LabWare and instruments or enterprise systems including ERP, MES, and ELN
• Write and maintain SQL queries and stored procedures; develop custom reports using Crystal Reports including labels and Certificates of Analysis
• Document solutions using standards and templates including User Requirement Specifications, Detailed Design Specifications, functional and technical specifications, configuration test plans, SOPs, and training materials
• Author and execute validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) for GxP and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance; process LIMS change control requests and partner with Validation and Quality to ensure systems follow the development lifecycle approach
• Administer LabWare LIMS including security roles, upgrades, and documentation; participate in or lead security access reviews and periodic audit trail reviews
• Troubleshoot issues, perform root cause analysis, and provide user support; provide application support before, during, and after regulatory and partner inspections
• Train and mentor IT Applications team members and end users; coordinate with business stakeholders to gather, assess, and implement enhancement requests

This role requires:

• BS/BA in Information Technology, Life Sciences, or a related field
• 2 years of relevant experience, preferably including LabWare LIMS
• May consider equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience writing, debugging, and maintaining LIMS Basic subroutines for triggers, calculations, workflows, and custom events; experience building and consuming REST/SOAP APIs and working with XML and JSON
• Strong SQL skills including complex queries and stored procedures (Oracle, SQL Server, or similar)
• Working knowledge of GxP, GAMP 5, and FDA 21 CFR Part 11; experience authoring and executing IQ/OQ/PQ protocols and test scripts
• Experience with Crystal Reports for custom reports, labels, and Certificates of Analysis preferred
• Experience with version control software such as SVN or Git; familiarity with biological laboratory techniques a plus

Does this sound like you? We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits. Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process. If you have any questions, please speak with your recruiter.

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about on‑site expectations for your role and location.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.

For jobs in Canada: this posting is for an existing position.

Salary Range (annually)

€46,200.00 - €75,400.00