Laboratory System Senior Application Specialist

• Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences is hiring entry level candidates for several positions for contract research in Clinical trials of drugs, biologics and medical devices.

• We have a few immediate job opportunities available in Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance and Clinical Research field. We work with University hospitals, pharmaceutical companies and recruiting partners.

Description:

• Manages the day to day operations and support of the scientific applications such as
• Biovia/Accelrys/VelQuest SmartLab/LES,
• Biovia/Accelrys/VelQuest CIMS, Inventory Management (Biovia-Lims),
• Biovia/Accelrys/Symyx eLN (electronic laboratory notebook)
• Waters Empower 3 Chromatography Data System.
• Performs system administration, support, user account setup, and maintenance activities for scientific systems.
• Assists with projects relating to laboratory software implementation, upgrades, and support.
• Applies project management methods and tools effectively.
• Participates on project teams as technical subject matter expert for key projects.
• Works with end users and/or business capability managers to understand, verify and develop requirements for Laboratory Systems or enhancements.
• Interprets business goals and requirements and devises technical solutions.
• Acts as a liaison between the business and IT service providers in order to coordinate enhancements, provide integration, and resolve issues.

Requirements:

• Bachelors in computer science, chemistry, biology or information technology with equivalent experience in a scientific discipline.
• At least 3-5 years of experience and hands on work with the support or implementation of software systems preferably in a scientific GXP environment.
• Experience managing software projects and integrating third party COTS software is preferred.
• Experience developing or modifying VelQuest/LES procedures using Method Builder, parsing routines, and instrument readings.
• Experience developing or modifying Pipeline Pilot protocols.
• Experience developing or modifying CIMS/Biovia-LIMS consumables templates and workflows.
• Experience with HPQC or HP-ALM for test script execution is preferred.
• Experience with computer system validation in a regulated GxP environment is required.
• The successful candidate will be expected to quickly develop a detailed understanding of the role of pharmaceutical development and will be expected to provide effective liaison with infrastructure and IT support groups.
• Excellent multidisciplinary teamwork and strong communications skills are essential.
• Must work effectively with minimal oversight and proactively seek feedback from management.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.