Principal System Engineer LIMS

RXinsider LTD.; Norwood (MA); Hybrid; USD 130,800 - 209,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Location-specific perks

Job summary

Moderna is seeking a senior LabVantage LIMS expert to lead and optimize LabVantage-based solutions within the Digital Laboratory Systems organization, reporting to the Director, Digital LIMS Systems. This role drives the Quality Control digital roadmap with speed and rigor.

You will act as the senior SME for LIMS, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and integrate LabVantage with MES, SAP, LIMS, and potentially eQMS, delivering projects on time and with high quality.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of LabVantage LIMS development experience.
• Functional LIMS expert with GMP/GxP experience.
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred or equivalent training and relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as the senior system expert for the LIMS solution (LabVantage).
• Propose, lead and deploy small and medium-size continuous improvement projects within the Lab Systems.
• Participate and provide support for large cross functional projects.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders and internal digital teams to design, develop and implement LabVantage to MES, SAP, LIMS, and potentially eQMS integrations.
• Provide LIMS application support as a level 2/3 SME, including version control, upgrades, patching and deployments.
• Help shape the strategy for an integrated digital lab systems landscape.
• Participate in the delivery of projects and initiatives in a timely and qualitative manner.
• Highlight potential risks and proactively resolve issues.
• Participate in demand management to assist business cases for new systems or changes.

Skills

LabVantage LIMS Development

Functional LIMS Expert

GxP environment

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent training/experience

Job description

The Role

The Candidae will report to and work closely with the Director, Digital LIMS Systems to ensure the implementation of new solutions and improvement of existing systems (LabVantage) for the Moderna Digital Laboratory Systems organization. This role will help shape and deliver the long-term strategic vision for the Quality Control Digital roadmap. This opportunity is unique in the pace and speed we expect and achieve.

Here’s What You’ll Do

• Act as the senior system expert for the LIMS solution (LabVantage)
• Propose, lead and deploy small and medium-size continuous improvement projects within the Lab Systems
• Participate and provide support for large cross functional projects
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders and internal digital teams to design, develop and implement solutions with integration to MES, SAP, LIMS, and potentially eQMS
• Application support for LIMS as a level 2/3 SME, including version control, upgrades, patching and deployments, and system maintenance
• Help shape the strategy for an integrated digital lab systems landscape
• Participate in the delivery of projects and initiatives in a timely and qualitative manner
• Highlight potential risks and act proactively to resolve issues
• Participate in the demand management process to assist the business in establishing business cases relating to new systems or potential system changes

Here’s What You’ll Need (Basic Qualifications)

• Having 8+ years of Experience with LabVantage LIMS Development is a must
• Worked as Functional LIMS Expert, preferably in LabVantage, expertise in GxP environment with a focus on GMP
• Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred or equivalent training and relative work experience required

Here’s What You’ll Bring to the Table (Preferred Qualifications)

• Working understanding of cGMP and manufacturing operations and practices
• An understanding of computer systems validation practices (GAMP)
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively on cross-functional teams
• Experience working in a matrixed environment
• A desire to make an impact as part of a high-growth, transformational company that is Bold, Relentless, Curious, and Collaborative.

Pay & Benefits

At Moderna, we believe that when you feel your best, you can do your best work. That’s why our benefits and well-being resources are designed to support you—at work, at home, and everywhere in between.

• Competitive healthcare, plus voluntary benefit programs to support your unique needs
• A holistic approach to well-being, with access to fitness, mindfulness, and mental health support
• Family planning benefits, including fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and a discretionary year-end shutdown
• Savings and investments to help you plan for the future
• Location-specific perks and extras

The salary range for this role is $130,800.00 - $209,400.00 (for positions that may be performed in California, the expected salary range is $162,750.00 - $187,250.00, which reflects the range permitted under California Labor Code requirements). This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An individual’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and business or organizational needs. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, other incentive compensation, or equity award, subject to company plan eligibility criteria and individual performance.

About Moderna

Since our founding in 2010, we have aspired to build the leading mRNA technology platform, the infrastructure to reimagine how medicines are created and delivered, and a world-class team. We believe in giving our people a platform to change medicine and an opportunity to change the world.

By living our mission, values, and mindsets every day, our people are the driving force behind our scientific progress and our culture. Together, we are creating a culture of belonging and building an organization that cares deeply for our patients, our employees, the environment, and our communities.

We are proud to have been recognized as a Science Magazine Top Biopharma Employer, a Fast Company Best Workplace for Innovators, and a Great Place to Work in the U.S.

Our Working Model

As we build our company, we have always believed an in-person culture is critical to our success. Moderna champions the significant benefits of in-office collaboration by embracing a 70/30 work model. This 70% in-office structure helps to foster a culture rich in innovation, teamwork, and direct mentorship. Join us in shaping a world where every interaction is an opportunity to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.

Moderna is a smoke-free, alcohol-free, and drug-free work environment.

Equal Opportunities

Moderna is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry or citizenship, ethnicity, disability, military or protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, or any other personal characteristic protected under applicable law. Moderna is a place where everyone can grow. Moderna is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. We consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Accommodations

We’re focused on attracting, retaining, developing, and advancing our employees. By cultivating a workplace that values diverse experiences, backgrounds, and ideas, we create an environment where every employee can contribute their best.

Moderna is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants with disabilities. Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should contact the Accommodations team at [e-mail].

Export Control Notice

This position may involve access to technology or data that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). As such, employment is contingent upon the applicant’s ability to access export-controlled information in accordance with U.S. law. Due to the nature of the work and regulatory requirements, only individuals who qualify as U.S. persons (citizens, permanent residents, asylees, or refugees) are eligible for this position. For this role Moderna is unable to sponsor non-U.S. persons to apply for an export control license.