LIMS & LDX Program Director

University of California - Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 249,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Davis is seeking a LIMS System Director to drive leadership and oversight of the Laboratory Data Exchange (LDX) program. You will coordinate with CDPH and UC Davis stakeholders to advance data interoperability, data quality, and scalable LIMS solutions.

This role requires extensive experience in data engineering, system analysis, and program management, with a focus on policy, security, and enterprise-grade data production processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in MIS/CS or life sciences with IT training or equivalent.
• 6+ years in senior data integration and data services.
• 6+ years managing complex application development with diverse teams.
• 5+ years SME experience resolving performance issues.
• Strong ability to analyze complex contracts, data designs and communicate results.
• Strategic, executive-facing communication and policy guidance skills.
• Knowledge of SDLC and data engineering in public health contexts.

Responsibilities

• Lead LDX system oversight and strategic direction.
• Ensure QA and compliance across Laboratory Information Systems.
• Manage Cal-LIMS/E-LIMS business and stakeholder relations.
• Oversee system administration, training and technical support.

Skills

Leadership

Data integration

LIMS

Policy development

Communication

Project management

Strategic thinking

Data governance

Education

MIS/CS or Life Sciences IT

6+ years senior data integration

SME in performance troubleshooting

Tools

LIMS

SDLC knowledge

Data exchange standards

Job description

University of California, Davis is seeking a LIMS System Director to drive leadership and oversight of the Laboratory Data Exchange (LDX) program. You will coordinate with CDPH and UC Davis stakeholders to advance data interoperability, data quality, and scalable LIMS solutions.

This role requires extensive experience in data engineering, system analysis, and program management, with a focus on policy, security, and enterprise-grade data production processes.