Analyst Programmer – Lims Developer

Rand Water; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent water utility agency in Pretoria seeks a skilled individual to manage the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). The ideal candidate should own at least a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and possess over 5 years of experience in LIMS and Microsoft SQL. Responsibilities include ensuring LIMS stability and compliance, conducting technology research, and providing training. Competitive remuneration and professional growth opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience in LIMS and Microsoft SQL.
• Experience with application and report development.
• Capability in system analysis and user acceptance testing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technology research for LIMS enhancements.
• Identify and resolve issues in LIMS and database.
• Develop training programs for application users.

Skills

LIMS Management

Microsoft SQL

Project Management

Software Testing

Analytical Skills

Good Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems

Tools

Microsoft Windows Server

Crystal Reports

Job description

Job Advert Summary

The overall responsibilities of the successful candidate in this position are to ensure that the maintenance of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and new solutions are addressed proactively, available, stable and satisfy business needs to assist Management in decision making. Furthermore, ensure that all LIMS systems comply with all regulatory and audit requirements.

Minimum Requirements

NQF 7 : Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems or equivalent. 5 years relevant experience covering the following areas : LIMS and Microsoft SQL environment. Application and Report development at both tactical (LIMS Management & Analysis reports. Data flow and information analysis. Information dissemination \ publication. Functional and Technical system and report design \ specification. System analysis, design, development, implement, maintain applications and integration. Developing test scenarios and carry out unit, integration and user acceptance testing. Writing detailed functional and technical specifications, system documentation or manuals, spilling system and training documentation. System maintenance and end-user support. Data Extraction and 3rd party product integration. Application change management principles, procedures and controls. Version control or software configuration control procedures. Investigation and proposing of solutions to business problems. Laboratory Instrument Interfacing with LIMS. Data quality management (Data ownership and custodianship). Providing end-user training 3 years Water Quality Laboratory Environment 3 years project Management experience. 2 years cloud computing experience.

Primary Duties

Identifying, gathering / extracting, analyzing and documenting business information requirements and problems reported, from business representatives. LIMS solutions to meet Business Process / Data Owner expectations by following SDLC methodology. Analyse issues that have been raised and implement fixes for the issues. Database data integrity and basic database administration. Project administration and management. Support and participate in the disaster recovery and redundancy protocols of the LIMS system and database. Conduct technology research to stay abreast of developments in LIMS and database management. Mentoring and development of Scientific Services (SS) application users. Development of training programmes for SS application users. Fulfil a role within the SHEQ systems e.g., Fire Fighter, First Aider, SHE Rep when required to do so following an engagement and an agreement with the employer as outlined in the act. Knowledge Knowledge of software implementation methodologies and a working knowledge of LabWare LIMS. Knowledge of ISO

• .Experience in Networks and Network Connectivity.
• Microsoft Windows Server Exposure.
• Project Management and SDLC methodology.
• Working Knowledge of Crystal Reports / Enterprise or Business Objects.
• Data / information Architecture, data / information flow analysis and data definition languages.
• Business and system analysis techniques and tools.
• Software testing and quality control.
• SkillsGood communication and negotiation skills with the he ability to communicate and interact with business process owners and super users at all levels.
• Good business writing skills.
• Supervisory, planning and organisational skills.
• Coaching.
• Problem-solving.
• Presentation skills.
• Strong commitment to quality and integrity.
• Systems thinking.
• Judgement.
• Decisiveness.
• Initiative.
• Persistence.
• Persuasion / Influence.
• Organisational awareness.
• Stress mastery.
• Develop and implement a strategy and action plans.
• Practice effective teamwork.
• Apply accounting principles and procedures in the preparation of reports and decision making.
• AttitudeAbility to chair meetings and record minutes.
• Building Trust & Relationships.
• Customer Focus.
• Decision MakingEnergy / Tenacity / StressFormal Presentation / Communication.
• Managing work / Conflict.
• Planning and Organising.
• Quality Orientation.
• Technical / Professional Knowledge.
• Work Standards.