Bioinformatics Engineer - LIMS

TechDigital Group; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider in Secaucus, New Jersey is seeking a skilled developer to enhance their cloud-based StarLIMS system. This role involves developing solutions, managing projects in Jira, and providing training to users. The ideal candidate should have a degree in a relevant field and substantial experience in coding, especially with SQL, Python, and JavaScript. Strong communication skills are essential for collaborating with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in custom code development using SQL, Python, and JavaScript.
• Understanding of software design controls and SDLC.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Develop and configure frontend and backend solutions within the StarLIMS system.
• Gather and analyze requirements from stakeholders.
• Provide ongoing support and training on LIMS usage.

Skills

SQL

Python

JavaScript

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics, Computer Science or other STEM-related fields

Tools

StarLIMS

Crystal Reports

Jira

Job description

Responsibilities

• Work extensively within our cloud-based StarLIMS system to develop and configure frontend and backend solutions that further automate our scientific and technical processes.
• Develop new or modify existing code using StarLIMS scripting languages, HTML5, Jscript, .NET libraries, and Python following industry best practices.
• Develop scientific reports using SQL, Crystal Reports, and StarLIMS QBE.
• Gather and analyze requirements provided by cross functional stakeholders and translate into functional requirements that allow for the development of technical solutions.
• Manage workload in Jira and provide timely and accurate status updates on project-based issue tickets that are either assigned or self-assigned.
• Both individually and as a part of a team, troubleshoot, debug, and test technical solutions.
• Provide ongoing support and training to laboratory staff and stakeholders on LIMS usage and best practices.
• Respectfully and clearly communicate in English both textually and verbally with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelors\' or greater degree in Bioinformatics, Computer Science or other STEM-related disciplines.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the development of custom code using scripting and/or programming languages, specifically experience with SQL, Python and Javascript.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with relational databases and reporting tools, including Crystal Reports.
• Experience with system integration techniques including REST APIs, web services, and middleware.
• Professional experience with a bug/issue tracking system.
• Understanding of software design controls and SDLC.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal direct supervision in a multiple discipline environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and assignments simultaneously.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities. Proficient in diagnosing and providing solutions for bugs and issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written in English, with the ability to translate technical information for non-technical stakeholders.
• Certificates in IT related topics are a plus.