Deputy Manager / Manager Digital ( LIMS Implementation)

Role & responsibilities

Deputy Manager / Manager Digital ( LIMS Implementation)

Job Description

I. Job Summary
Highly skilled and experienced Labware LIMS Project Manager to oversee the planning, implementation, and successful delivery of our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) projects, with a primary focus on the Labware LIMS platform and integrations. Should have a strong background in laboratory operations, IT project management, and a proven track record of managing full LIMS lifecycle implementations from requirements gathering through validation and go-live.

II. Key Responsibilities
A. Project Management * Lead and manage all phases of the project, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closure, ensuring project is delivered on time, and meet defined scope and quality standards. * Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project charters, schedules, resource plans, Governance, and status reports. * Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders and partners, including QC team, quality assurance, IT, and business leadership. * Effectively manage project resources, identifying resource needs and allocating personnel to project tasks. B. LIMS Expertise & Implementation * Serve as the primary subject matter expert (SME) for Labware LIMS functionalities, capabilities, and best practices. * Oversee the LIMS configuration, customization, testing (IQ/OQ/PQ), and validation activities in compliance with GxP regulations (e.g., cGMP, GLP) where applicable. * Implementation of the instrument integration & system interfaces with MES, SAP, Veeva. * Coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT) and manage the defect resolution process. * Ensure that the LIMS implementation aligns with laboratory workflows and business objectives. C. Stakeholder Management & Communication * Act as the main point of contact for all project-related communications, providing regular, transparent updates to all levels of the organization. * Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather detailed functional and technical requirements. * Manage expectations, resolve conflicts, and negotiate necessary changes to scope, schedule, or resources with stakeholders. D. Change Management & Training * Develop and execute a robust change management strategy to ensure smooth adoption of the new LIMS system by end-users. * Coordinate and oversee the development of training materials and the delivery of end-user training.

III. Required Qualifications
* Education: Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Science, or a related field. * Experience: * 5+ years of progressive experience in IT Project Management. * 3+ years of direct experience managing the implementation of Labware LIMS. * Proven experience working in a regulated industry (e.g., Pharmaceutical, Biotech, or Environmental Testing) with knowledge of GxP, CFR Part 11, and data integrity requirements. * Technical Skills: Deep functional and technical knowledge of the Labware LIMS platform (recent versions preferred).