LIMS Administrator

Cogent Infotech Pvt. Ltd.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cogent Infotech Pvt. Ltd. seeks a LIMS Administrator III to act as system owner for the PHL LIMS environment, maintaining Labware/Rees or/and Neometrix and other LIMS systems.

The role requires collaboration with PHL and IT teams, testing, validation, and ongoing upgrades while ensuring CAP/CLIA compliance and secure handling of data. You will develop training, assist in reporting, and support PH LIP, ARLN, and HL7/ORU messaging efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in a scientific field, plus four years of professional experience in medical laboratory processes.
• Knowledge of federal regulatory statutes governing medical laboratories is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze database and laboratory workflows and provide strategy to tune and improve the LIMS.
• Implement alterations to the existing LIMS to meet evolving business needs.
• Coordinate vendor activities and perform preventive maintenance and remediation to ensure system functionality.
• Write robust documentation and communicate LIMS issues to PHL staff.

Skills

SQL

HL7

HTML

XML

Jscript.NET

Visual Basic

Visual Basic .NET

LIMS Basic

Tomcat

ASTM E1381

ASTM E1394

ZPL

PCL

FHIR/HL7 messaging

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SQL Server

Job description

At Cogent Infotech, we believe in creating opportunities that empower individuals and transform organizations. With over 23 years of excellence in consulting and talent solutions, we pride ourselves on building inclusive workplaces and driving innovation in everything we do. Our diverse teams bring unique perspectives to help deliver cutting-edge solutions to global clients across both public and private sectors.

Job Title: LIMS Administrator

Position Summary

Position Summary The LIMS Administrator III serves as the system owner for the Client. The incumbent will partner with PHL personnel, IT personnel, and other supporting groups to maintain and improve Labware/Rees or/and Neometrix and any other LIMS in use by the PHL. The role will support the testing, functionality, upgrade, and validation efforts of new LIMS applications within the PHL environment. The LIMS Administrator will troubleshoot, and perform remedial actions while documenting resolutions consistent with the College of American Pathologists (CAP) and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act (CLIA) standards to resolve problems with LIMS. The position will also assist in PHL reporting and implementation. They will assist in internal and external training development and delivery.

Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions

• Analyze database and laboratory workflows and provide strategy and methods to tune and improve the LIMS
• Implement alterations to the existing LIMS to ensure the system continues to meet evolving business needs.
• Ensure that existing system functionality continues to function correctly by coordinating vendor activities and/or implementing internal activities to correct software faults as well as doing preventative maintenance and other recurring tasks.
• Collaboration with the vendor, OMES and other facilities for LIMS upgrade and the implementation.
• Write robust documentation and able to effectively communicate all LIMS related issues in a timely fashion to all PHL staff members.
• Implement and maintain APHL/CDC Public Health Laboratory Interoperability Project (PHLIP) HL7 ORU messages.
• Implement and maintain CDC Antibiotic Resistance Lab Network (ARLN) result messaging, CSV, and/or HL7 ORU.
• Implement and maintain HL7 ELR feed to OSDH Acute Disease service software.
• Development and maintenance of the PHL web accessioning page (test requisition)
• Maintenance of laboratory subnet - connection of laboratory equipment, IP configuration, file transfer, serial data connections
• Development and maintenance of LIMS visual workflows for tracking of tests/samples
• Review grant PHL Funding Opportunities Announcements (FOA) and PHL Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFO) for identification of key activities and budget items.
• Develop and/or 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 PHL activities.
• Perform technical tasks like LIMS installations, environmental refreshes, backups, performance tracking, etc.
• Develop crystal reports and ad hoc queries (SQL) based on user requirements
• Liaise with LIMS vendors, other internal technology groups, and business partners on technology change governance and change prioritization.
• Ensure information security, access, use, and safeguard sensitive information to ensure HIPAA compliance.
• Formulates and defines the scope of work for major upgrades to LIMS with an understanding of applicable systems and laboratory requirements.
• Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Duties

Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree is required, preferably in a scientific field of study, plus, four (4) years of professional experience with extensive technical knowledge of medical laboratory processes and procedures while being familiar with federal regulatory statues governing medical laboratories.

Required Skills

• SQL
• Visual Basic
• Visual Basic .NET
• Fire Daemon
• Tomcat
• ZPL
• PCL
• Jscript.NET
• HTML
• LIMS Basic
• ASTM E1381
• ASTM E1394
• XML
• HL7
• Duration - 12-month contract with the option to renew starting on March 01st 2027.(02/29/2028-02/29/2028 with option to renew)
• Location & Schedule - OKC Onsite 5 days in office 8AM - 5PM
• Interview Process: 1 round in person

Cogent Infotech is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, identities, abilities, and experiences. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply

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