LIMS Administrator

JoCo; Oklahoma City (OK); In loco; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

JoCo is seeking a LIMS Administrator to manage and optimize Laboratory Information Management Systems in a public health laboratory environment. You will ensure compliant data reporting and reliable system performance across IT, lab staff, and external vendors.

The role emphasizes HL7 integrations, database queries, and documentation. Collaboration with multiple teams is essential to drive efficient workflows and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced setting.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or laboratory-related discipline.
• 4+ years of professional experience in medical laboratory operations and technical systems.
• Strong knowledge of LIMS, information management systems, and federal lab regulations (CAP/CLIA).
• Proficiency in SQL, VB.NET, HTML, XML, HL7 messaging.

Mansioni

• Oversee daily operation, maintenance, and enhancement of laboratory information systems to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Identify and resolve technical issues, perform system upgrades, and coordinate software improvements with vendors and IT teams.
• Develop and maintain laboratory data interfaces, automated reporting solutions, and electronic messaging integrations using HL7 and other industry standards.
• Manage database queries, system configurations, laboratory equipment connectivity, and technical infrastructure.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and training materials for laboratory staff.
• Support grant-related activities, including proposal development, budget planning, performance reporting, and project implementation.
• Ensure laboratory systems meet regulatory requirements, data security standards, and HIPAA guidelines.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to implement technology solutions and improve laboratory workflows.

Conoscenze

SQL

VB.NET

HTML

XML

HL7 messaging

CAP/CLIA knowledge

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in science or related field

Strumenti

Apache Tomcat

FireDaemon

ZPL

PCL

Descrizione del lavoro

The LIMS Administrator is responsible for managing, maintaining, and enhancing Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) to support public health laboratory operations. This role focuses on system optimization, technical troubleshooting, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with laboratory personnel, IT teams, and external vendors to ensure efficient laboratory processes and accurate data reporting.

What are the responsibilities?

As an LIMS Administrator, you will:

• Oversee the daily operation, maintenance, and enhancement of laboratory information systems to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Identify and resolve technical issues, perform system upgrades, and coordinate software improvements with vendors and IT teams.
• Develop and maintain laboratory data interfaces, automated reporting solutions, and electronic messaging integrations using HL7 and other industry standards.
• Manage database queries, system configurations, laboratory equipment connectivity, and technical infrastructure.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and training materials for laboratory staff.
• Support grant-related activities, including proposal development, budget planning, performance reporting, and project implementation.
• Ensure laboratory systems meet applicable regulatory requirements, data security standards, and HIPAA guidelines.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to implement technology solutions and improve laboratory workflows.

What are the requirements?

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in a scientific or laboratory-related discipline.
• 4+ years of relevant professional experience involving medical laboratory operations and technical systems.
• Strong understanding of laboratory processes, information management systems, and federal laboratory regulations, including CAP and CLIA standards.
• Proficiency in SQL, Visual Basic, VB.NET, HTML, XML, JScript.NET, and LIMS Basic.
• Experience with HL7 messaging, ASTM E1381/E1394 protocols, and script parsing technologies.
• Familiarity with Apache Tomcat, FireDaemon, ZPL, PCL, and laboratory system integrations.
• Experience with database reporting, system troubleshooting, software installations, and network configurations.
• Strong analytical, communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams while managing multiple technical priorities.

You would be really happy here if:

• You are left-brained and understand that the devil’s in the details proactively seeking them out and understanding how they contribute to the whole of a project.
• Roadblocks don’t intimidate you. You understand how to successfully evaluate problems and develop appropriate solutions.

JoCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.