Laboratory Information Management System Coordinator (Laboratory System Quality Specialist)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Environmental Protection, is seeking a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Coordinator to oversee the statewide LIMS, configure data, validate changes, and ensure compliance. The role emphasizes QA, process evaluation, platform management, and user training.

The position offers full-time hours, a standard 7:30–3:30 schedule, partial telework up to 2 days weekly after probation, and a starting salary of $78,925 annually.

Qualifications

• Two years as a Forensic Scientist 2 or Forensic DNA Scientist 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent)
• Four years of professional laboratory experience with a relevant Bachelor’s degree including 16 chemistry/microbiology credits
• Active PA non-commercial Class C driver’s license required

Responsibilities

• Manage daily LIMS functions, quality controls, and technical support
• Configure and maintain master data, business rules, and workflow for laboratory operations
• Assess laboratory changes and accreditation needs to determine system impacts and provide compliant solutions
• Coordinate procurement, validation, transition, and retirement of LIMS platforms and related programs
• Review audit trails and data reports to identify discrepancies and ensure compliance
• Develop training materials and guide users through system updates and readiness activities

Skills

Forensic Scientist 2 experience

Forensic DNA Scientist 2 experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, forensic science, microbiology or related science with 16 credits in chemistry/microbiology

Job description

THE POSITION

Are you ready to help strengthen the data systems that support environmental protection across Pennsylvania? Step into the exciting role of a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Coordinator with the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). This position places you at the center of quality assurance efforts that maintain reliable laboratory information statewide. Apply today to join a team dedicated to scientific excellence, data accuracy, and continuous improvement!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position oversees critical operations, quality controls, and implementation activities for the laboratory information management system that supports statewide laboratory functions. As a Laboratory Information Management System Coordinator, you will perform the following duties:

• System Oversight: Manage daily LIMS functions including quality controls, operational reviews, and technical support
• Data Configuration: Configure and maintain master data, business rules, and workflow requirements for laboratory operations
• Process Evaluation: Assess laboratory changes and accreditation needs to determine system impacts and provide compliant solutions
• Platform Management: Coordinate procurement, validation, transition, and retirement of LIMS platforms and related programs
• Quality Monitoring: Review audit trails, data reports, and system indicators to identify discrepancies and ensure compliance
• Training Support: Develop training materials and guide users through system functions, updates, and readiness activities

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days per week, upon successful completion of the probationary period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview .
• Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $78,925.00 (before taxes) .
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years as a Forensic Scientist 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) ; or
• Two years as a Forensic DNA Scientist 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) ; or
• Four years of professional laboratory experience analyzing chemical, physical, or biological substances or materials and a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, forensic science, microbiology, or a closely related physical or natural science, which includes or is supplemented by 16 college credits in chemistry or microbiology.

Special Requirements:

• This position requires possession of an active PA non-commercial Class C driver's license or equivalent

Other Requirements:

• You must possess and maintain a REAL ID or passport for this position. Proof of possession will be needed at the time of a conditional offer of employment.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Veterans

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S.
• 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
• your score may be lower than deserved.
• you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.