LIMS Coordinator & Data Quality Specialist (Telework)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework option (up to 2 days/week)

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Coordinator for the Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Laboratories, in Harrisburg. You will oversee daily LIMS operations, configure master data and workflows, and ensure compliance with audits while coordinating platform management and training support.

The role offers full-time work with a standard 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM schedule, potential telework up to 2 days/week after probation, and a

Qualifications

• Two years as a Forensic Scientist 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title).
• Two years as a Forensic DNA Scientist 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title).
• Four years of professional laboratory experience and a bachelor5s degree in chemistry, biology, forensic science, microbiology or related field with 16 college credits in chemistry or microbiology.

Responsibilities

• System Oversight: Manage daily LIMS functions including quality controls, operational reviews, and technical support.
• Data Configuration: Configure and maintain master data, business rules, and workflow requirements for laboratory operations.
• Process Evaluation: Assess laboratory changes and accreditation needs to determine system impacts and provide compliant solutions.
• Platform Management: Coordinate procurement, validation, transition, and retirement of LIMS platforms and related programs.
• Quality Monitoring: Review audit trails, data reports, and system indicators to identify discrepancies and ensure compliance.
• Training Support: Develop training materials and guide users through system functions, updates, and readiness activities.

Education

Two years as a Forensic Scientist 2

Two years as a Forensic DNA Scientist 2

Four years of professional laboratory experience + bachelor5s degree in chemistry or biology or forensic science with 16 credits in chemistry/microbiology

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Coordinator for the Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Laboratories, in Harrisburg. You will oversee daily LIMS operations, configure master data and workflows, and ensure compliance with audits while coordinating platform management and training support.

The role offers full-time work with a standard 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM schedule, potential telework up to 2 days/week after probation, and a