LIMS Administrator

ACZ Laboratories; Steamboat Springs (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k)

Health insurance

Flexible spending account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Flexible schedule

Relocation assistance including user/—

Job summary

ACZ Laboratories, Inc. in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, is seeking a highly motivated LIMS Administrator to join our IT team. The LIMS Administrator will design, develop, and maintain our LIMS applications, working closely with laboratory staff and QA to understand needs and deliver compliant software solutions.

This full-time role reports to the IT Director and offers a competitive benefits package, relocation assistance, and a flexible schedule in a mountain community known for quality of life.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a LIMS Developer or in a similar role with strong understanding of laboratory operations.
• Proficiency in programming languages including Visual Basic, C#, F#, or similar.
• Experience with database management systems (Access, Oracle, MS SQL Server) with strong SQL and T-SQL skills.
• GIT and version control using Azure Dev Ops, GitHub, Bitbucket or similar.
• Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working collaboratively with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Build, configure and maintain LIMS applications to meet requirements.
• Develop and maintain LIMS applications, ensuring they meet user requirements and industry standards.
• Collaborate with laboratory staff and QA to gather requirements and provide solutions.
• Provide system support and compliance to ensure compliance with system use.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software issues, provide timely support to users.
• Conduct testing and validation of LIMS functionalities to ensure reliability and compliance.
• Create and maintain documentation for system processes, user guides, and training materials.

Skills

VB/C#

C#

F#

SQL

Git

Azure DevOps

Linux

Windows

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Access

Oracle

MS SQL Server

Job description

ACZ Laboratories, Inc. is an environmental testing laboratory located in the beautiful mountain town of Steamboat Springs, CO. Founded in 1980, ACZ Laboratories is an accredited environmental testing laboratory with inorganic, organic, and radiochemical capabilities. We specialize in the analysis of trace-level contaminants in water, soil, sediment, sludge, waste, biota, and tissue.

ACZ Laboratories’ reputation as a leader in the environmental testing industry is a direct result of the quality of our employees. We believe in hiring highly motivated professionals with dedication to data quality, personal integrity, and a strong work ethic.

Located in beautiful Steamboat Springs, Colorado, where residents enjoy a high quality of life and unlimited year-round recreation opportunities.

ACZ offers careers in environmental chemistry with excellent benefit packages, including:

• Paid time off
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Relocation assistance including employee housing

We are looking for a highly motivated LIMS Administrator to join our IT team. The LIMS Administrator is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining our LIMS applications. You will work closely with laboratory staff and quality assurance to understand their needs, implement software solutions, and ensure the smooth operation of the LIMS platform. This position reports to the IT Director.

Key Accountabilities

• Build, configure and maintain LIMS applications to meet requirements
• Partner with laboratory staff and departments to gather requirements and provide solutions
• Provide system support and compliance to ensure compliance with system use

Job Responsibilities

Build, configure and maintain LIMS applications to meet requirements

• Develop and maintain LIMS applications, ensuring they meet user requirements and industry standards.
• Design and implement database structures to support data management and retrieval.

Partner with laboratory staff and departments to gather requirements and provide solutions

• Collaborate with laboratory personnel and quality assurance to gather and analyze requirements for system improvements and new features.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, quality assurance, and clients, to ensure seamless integration and performance of LIMS.

Provide system support and compliance to ensure compliance with system use

• Troubleshoot and resolve software issues, providing timely support to users.
• Conduct testing and validation of LIMS functionalities to ensure reliability and compliance.
• Create and maintain documentation for system processes, user guides, and training materials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a LIMS Developer or in a similar role, with a strong understanding of laboratory operations.
• Proficiency in programming languages including Visual Basic, C#, F#, or similar.
• Experience with database management systems (Access, Oracle, MS SQL Server) with strong SQL and T-SQL skills.
• GIT and version control using Azure Dev Ops, GitHub, Bitbucket or similar.
• Experience with Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working collaboratively with diverse teams.

Nice To Have Skills

• .NET experience and comfort at the ADO.NET level.
• An understanding of REST API architecture and best practices.
• PowerShell for automation of IT and Laboratory processes.
• Experience with RMM tooling (NinjaOne or similar).
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements in laboratory environments (e.g., EPA, NELAP) is desirable.

What We Offer

Full-time, fully benefited position, paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental, 401k, profit sharing, disability and accident insurance, flexible work schedule

ACZ is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The Pay Range For This Role Is

75,000 - 110,000 USD per year(Steamboat Springs)