Lead Lab IT Implementation & Validation Specialist

NCBioImpact; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life benefits

401(k), PTO/FTO, Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Labcorp is seeking a Lead IT Implementation Specialist to drive enterprise-wide laboratory system implementations, validations, upgrades, and enhancements. The role blends clinical laboratory expertise with IT implementation know-how to ensure successful deployment and adoption of LIS solutions across the organization.

The ideal candidate will combine hands-on laboratory experience with proficiency in implementing, validating, and deploying laboratory information systems and related technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years in a clinical laboratory environment.
• 2+ years in IT implementation, validation, systems deployment, project delivery, or related technical roles.
• 2+ years collaborating with cross-functional business and technical stakeholders.
• 1+ year leading enterprise-scale IT implementations supporting laboratory functions.
• 2+ years in system integration, operational transition, or change enablement activities.
• 2+ years contributing to implementation frameworks, standards, methodologies, or best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of complex IT implementation initiatives for laboratory systems, applications, and technology solutions.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to manage deliverables, dependencies, risks, and timelines.
• Develop and manage implementation plans aligned with business requirements and regulatory expectations.
• Lead validation activities for laboratory systems, software enhancements, upgrades, and new technology implementations.
• Provide technical guidance and implementation expertise to project teams and end users.
• Collaborate with laboratory operations, business partners, and technology teams to support adoption and readiness.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve implementation issues to ensure project success.
• Support integration of laboratory systems with enterprise platforms and workflows.
• Drive continuous improvement of implementation methodologies and deployment standards.
• Develop and maintain implementation documentation, validation records, and training materials.

Skills

IT implementation

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Stakeholder management

Laboratory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Labcorp is seeking a Lead IT Implementation Specialist to drive enterprise-wide laboratory system implementations, validations, upgrades, and enhancements. The role blends clinical laboratory expertise with IT implementation know-how to ensure successful deployment and adoption of LIS solutions across the organization.

The ideal candidate will combine hands-on laboratory experience with proficiency in implementing, validating, and deploying laboratory information systems and related technology.