GLP Laboratory Systems Administrator

Corteva Agriscience; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Development opportunities

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Total rewards package

Job summary

Corteva Agriscience is seeking a GLP Software Administrator to support R&D laboratory systems in a regulated GLP environment. You will partner with researchers, lab staff, IT, and business teams to ensure system reliability and data integrity while supporting upgrades and implementations.

The role requires 5+ years in software administration or application support, with experience in regulated environments and strong troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a life sciences, computer science, information technology, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in software administration, application support, or systems support, preferably in lab/R&D/technical environment.
• Experience supporting IT applications or systems used in lab/R&D/scientific or regulated environments.
• Exposure to GLP, GxP, or similar compliance frameworks.
• Strong troubleshooting across applications, systems, access, and user-reported issues.
• Experience coordinating with end users and cross-functional teams to resolve issues.

Responsibilities

• Support, maintain, and improve R&D laboratory systems to ensure availability and performance.
• Serve as primary contact for researchers and lab staff, troubleshooting issues.
• Administer GLP-compliant software systems per regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with researchers, IT, and business leaders to gather requirements and enable enhancements.
• Support configurations, upgrades, implementations, and system changes in lab environments.
• Ensure systems meet day-to-day R&D needs and remain reliable and fit for purpose.
• Implement data integrity practices aligned with GLP standards.
• Assist with software validation, qualification, testing, and documentation per GLP guidelines.
• Prepare and update documentation including SOPs, user guides, and training materials.
• Provide training and support on application functionality and compliance processes.
• Build strong relationships with lab users, IT, and stakeholders.
• Stay updated on GLP/regulatory trends and lab software advancements.

Skills

GLP/GxP knowledge

Troubleshooting

End-user support

Documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Training users

Regulated environments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences/CS/IT

Tools

SCIEX OS

Analyst

Chromeleon

MassHunter

Openlab CDS

Debra

Laura

Job description

Corteva Agriscience is seeking a GLP Software Administrator to support R&D laboratory systems and applications in a regulated environment. This role will serve as a key partner to researchers, lab staff, IT, and business teams by maintaining system reliability, troubleshooting issues, supporting upgrades and implementations, and ensuring GLP compliance and data integrity. The ideal candidate will bring strong application support experience, knowledge of GLP/GxP requirements, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting critical laboratory operations.

What You’ll Do

• Support, maintain, and improve R&D laboratory systems and applications to ensure availability, reliability, and performance for lab users.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for researchers and laboratory staff, troubleshooting application, system, access, and usage issues.
• Administer and maintain GLP-compliant software systems in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Partner with researchers, lab staff, IT, and business leaders to gather requirements, resolve issues, and support system enhancements.
• Support application configurations, upgrades, implementations, and system changes within laboratory environments while minimizing disruption to lab operations.
• Ensure laboratory systems meet the needs of day-to-day R&D activities and remain stable, reliable, and fit for purpose.
• Implement and maintain data integrity practices and protocols aligned with GLP standards.
• Assist with software validation, qualification, testing, and documentation activities as required by GLP guidelines.
• Prepare, maintain, and update documentation related to software administration, including SOPs, user guides, training materials, and support procedures.
• Provide training and support to laboratory users on application functionality, best practices, and compliance-related processes.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with lab users, IT teams, and business stakeholders.
• Stay current on industry trends, regulatory expectations, and advancements in GLP laboratory software solutions.

What Skills You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software administration, application support, or systems support, preferably in a laboratory, R&D, or technical environment.
• Experience supporting IT applications or systems used in lab, R&D, scientific, or regulated environments.
• Exposure to regulated environments such as GLP, GxP, or similar compliance frameworks.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across applications, systems, user access, and user-reported issues.
• Experience working directly with end users and cross-functional teams to resolve issues and support business needs.
• Experience supporting application upgrades, system enhancements, configurations, or implementations.
• Strong problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with software validation and qualification processes in regulated environments.
• Familiarity with laboratory software platforms such as SCIEX OS, Analyst, Chromeleon, MassHunter, Openlab CDS, Debra, and Laura.
• Certification or formal training in GLP, GxP, software validation, or a related compliance area.

Benefits – How We’ll Support You

• Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
• Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
• Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
• Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
• Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program
• Learn more about our total rewards package here - Corteva Benefits
• Check out life at Corteva! www.linkedin.com/company/corteva/life

We seek applicants from all backgrounds to ensure we get the best, most creative talent on our team.

Corteva Agriscience is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to embracing our differences to enrich lives, advance innovation, and boost company performance. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), disability or any other protected status in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.