LIMS Master Data Specialist III

Curia; City of Rensselaer (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefit options

Paid training, vacation, and holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Education reimbursement

401(k) program with matching contributions

Learning platform

Job summary

Curia is seeking a LIMS Master Data Specialist III to oversee and maintain master data in the LabVantage LIMS platform. This critical role ensures data integrity and compliance with regulatory standards in a laboratory environment.

Successful candidates will have a degree in a relevant STEM field, along with 2-5 years of experience in GMP settings. The position offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 - $125,000 and generous benefits starting from the first day of employment.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical or life sciences laboratory environment.
• Understanding of analytical testing and techniques.
• Experience with LIMS as an end user or participation in a LIMS implementation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain master data within the LabVantage LIMS platform.
• Collaborate with laboratory experts to gather business requirements.
• Provide first-line support for end-user issues and assist with data migration.

Skills

LIMS platforms (LabVantage, LabWare, STARLIMS)

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or related STEM field

Job description

LIMS Master Data Specialist III – Rensselaer, NY

This role is responsible for managing and maintaining master data within the LabVantage LIMS platform to support laboratory operations and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure and revise master data elements such as test methods, specifications, analytical procedures, sampling plans, product parameters, and instrument mapping.
• Enforce data integrity, version control, and accuracy across laboratory processes, ensuring compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11, cGMP, ISO 17025, and other regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with laboratory subject matter experts to gather business requirements, map workflows, and align them with system capabilities.
• Coordinate with IT System Administration to develop, test, and implement new functionality.
• Provide first-line support for end‑user issues, troubleshoot master data anomalies, and assist with data migration during system upgrades.
• Maintain and update Master Data Standard Operating Procedures, data maps, and validation documentation related to LIMS.
• Build and maintain test definitions, sampling plans, specifications, and stability protocols in LIMS in partnership with QC SMEs.
• Assist in testing system settings, user roles, and permissions with IT, QA, and QC leadership.
• Support internal and external regulatory audits and inspections by providing required LIMS documentation and system access.
• Execute validation test scripts associated with LIMS and collaborate with QC leadership on ongoing system improvements and upgrades.

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related STEM field.
• Minimum of 2–5 years of experience in a GMP‑regulated pharmaceutical or life sciences laboratory environment.
• Understanding of analytical testing and techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with LIMS as an end user or participation in a LIMS implementation.

Skills & Abilities

• Technical Skills:
  • Experience with major LIMS platforms such as LabVantage (preferred), LabWare, or STARLIMS.
• Soft Skills:
  • Exceptional analytical thinking and strong attention to detail.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to bridge technical and scientific teams.

Other Requirements

• Must pass a background check.
• Must pass a drug screen.
• May be required to pass Occupational Health Screening.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• Generous benefit options (eligible first day of employment)
• Paid training, vacation, and holidays (vacation accrual begins on first day of employment)
• Career advancement opportunities
• Education reimbursement
• 401(k) program with matching contributions
• Learning platform

Pay Range

$100,000 – $125,000

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Curia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Curia is an E‑Verify employer.