LIMS Coordinator & Quality Specialist — Remote-Optional

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Environmental Protection, is seeking a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Coordinator to oversee the statewide LIMS, configure data, validate changes, and ensure compliance. The role emphasizes QA, process evaluation, platform management, and user training.

The position offers full-time hours, a standard 7:30–3:30 schedule, partial telework up to 2 days weekly after probation, and a starting salary of $78,925 annually.

Qualifications

• Two years as a Forensic Scientist 2 or Forensic DNA Scientist 2 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent)
• Four years of professional laboratory experience with a relevant Bachelor’s degree including 16 chemistry/microbiology credits
• Active PA non-commercial Class C driver’s license required

Responsibilities

• Manage daily LIMS functions, quality controls, and technical support
• Configure and maintain master data, business rules, and workflow for laboratory operations
• Assess laboratory changes and accreditation needs to determine system impacts and provide compliant solutions
• Coordinate procurement, validation, transition, and retirement of LIMS platforms and related programs
• Review audit trails and data reports to identify discrepancies and ensure compliance
• Develop training materials and guide users through system updates and readiness activities

Skills

Forensic Scientist 2 experience

Forensic DNA Scientist 2 experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, forensic science, microbiology or related science with 16 credits in chemistry/microbiology

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Environmental Protection, is seeking a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Coordinator to oversee the statewide LIMS, configure data, validate changes, and ensure compliance. The role emphasizes QA, process evaluation, platform management, and user training.

The position offers full-time hours, a standard 7:30–3:30 schedule, partial telework up to 2 days weekly after probation, and a starting salary of $78,925 annually.