LIMS Administrator

Aroha Technologies, Inc; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aroha Technologies, Inc invites applications for a LIMS Administrator III in Oklahoma City. This 12-month contract with option to renew is an onsite role requiring 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, five days a week.

The LIMS owner will oversee LabWare/Rees and Neometrix systems, ensuring testing, upgrades, validation, and CAP/CLIA compliance. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, vendor coordination, SLQ/Crystal Reports development, and training staff on new processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field is required.
• Four years of professional experience in medical laboratory processes.
• Familiarity with federal regulatory statutes governing medical laboratories.

Responsibilities

• Analyze database and workflows to optimize LIMS performance.
• Coordinate vendor activities for LIMS upgrades and maintenance.
• Develop documentation and communicate LIMS issues to staff promptly.
• Create and modify HL7/PHLIP messaging and integration tasks.
• Provide training on LIMS deployments, grants, and procedures.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and information security.

Skills

LIMS Administration

Laboratory Information Management

SQL

Troubleshooting

System Upgrades

System Implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field

Tools

LabWare

Neometrix

Crystal Reports

SQL Server

Job description

Title

LIMS Administrator III

Location

Oklahoma City, OK

Work Schedule

Onsite, 5 days a week, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM

Interview Process

One round, in person

Description

The organization is seeking a qualified LIMS Administrator for a 12-month contract beginning March 1, 2027, with an option to renew.

Position Summary

The LIMS Administrator III serves as the system owner for the Public Health Laboratory s (PHL) Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS). The incumbent will collaborate with laboratory personnel, IT personnel, and other support groups to maintain and improve LabWare/Rees, Neometrix, and any other LIMS applications used by the laboratory. The role supports testing, functionality, upgrades, and validation of new LIMS applications within the laboratory environment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, performing remedial actions, and documenting resolutions in accordance with College of American Pathologists (CAP) and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) standards. The position also assists with laboratory reporting and implementation, as well as the development and delivery of internal and external training.

Position Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Analyze database and laboratory workflows and develop strategies and methods to optimize and improve LIMS.
• Implement modifications to existing LIMS to ensure systems continue to meet evolving business needs.
• Maintain existing system functionality by coordinating vendor activities, correcting software faults, performing preventive maintenance, and completing recurring tasks.
• Collaborate with vendors, OMES, and other facilities on LIMS upgrades and implementation.
• Prepare comprehensive documentation and communicate LIMS-related issues to laboratory staff in a timely manner.
• Implement and maintain APHL/CDC Public Health Laboratory Interoperability Project (PHLIP) HL7 ORU messages.
• Implement and maintain CDC Antibiotic Resistance Laboratory Network (ARLN) result messaging using CSV and/or HL7 ORU.
• Implement and maintain HL7 ELR feeds to the Acute Disease service software.
• Develop and maintain the laboratory web accessioning page for test requisitions.
• Maintain the laboratory subnet, including laboratory equipment connections, IP configuration, file transfers, and serial data connections.
• Develop and maintain visual LIMS workflows for tracking tests and samples.
• Review Public Health Laboratory Funding Opportunity Announcements (FOA) and Notices of Funding Opportunities (NOFO) to identify key activities and budget items.
• Develop and refine grant narratives, justifications, performance evaluations, implementation plans, and milestones for competitive grants.
• Develop and deliver training for LIMS implementation, grant completion, and administrative procedures.
• Lead and coordinate technical investigations and manage technology resolution implementations for laboratory activities.
• Perform technical tasks, including LIMS installations, environment refreshes, backups, and performance monitoring.
• Develop Crystal Reports and ad hoc SQL queries based on user requirements.
• Coordinate with LIMS vendors, internal technology groups, and business partners on technology change governance and prioritization.
• Ensure information security and safeguard sensitive information to maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Define the scope of work for major LIMS upgrades, considering applicable systems and laboratory requirements.
• Be present in the office as an essential function of the position.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Support the organization's mission, vision, values, standards, policies, procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and code of ethical behavior.
• Work effectively in a team environment and assist colleagues as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in a scientific field.
• Four years of professional experience with extensive technical knowledge of medical laboratory processes and procedures.
• Familiarity with federal regulatory statutes governing medical laboratories.

Primary Skills

LIMS Administration, Laboratory Information Management Systems, Medical Laboratory Processes, System Implementation, System Upgrades, Troubleshooting, SQL

Secondary Skills

HL7 ORU, HL7 ELR, PHLIP, ARLN, LabWare, Neometrix, Crystal Reports, Database Management, Laboratory Workflow Optimization, HIPAA Compliance, CAP/CLIA Standards, Grant Documentation, Technical Training