Junior Engineer - LabVantage Test Method Development & Instrument Integration

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Job Title:u00A0Junior Engineer u2013u00A0LabVantageu00A0Test Method Development & Instrument Integrationu00A0

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The Junior Engineer will be responsible for supporting the creation, configuration, and testing of analytical test methods and related data and specifications within LabVantage LIMS. The role also involves helping with the development and integration of instrument drivers to enable direct data capture from laboratory instruments.

This position requires a good understanding of basic laboratory processes and analytical workflows, along with hands-on experience in LIMS configuration and instrument connectivity. The role will contribute to strengthening the digital lab environment by supporting automation, data accuracy, and compliance within GxP systems.

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Key Responsibilities:u202Fu00A0

Whatu00A0youu2019llu00A0be doing:u202Fu00A0

u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0LabVantageu00A0Test Method Development & Buildu00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Assist in configuring and maintaining analytical test methods in LabVantage LIMS.

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Implement test templates, specifications, and parameter lists under guidance.

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Support maintaining metadata structures for automation (units, limits, calculations, result entry templates).

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Learn and contribute to simple custom scripts for data handling and verification.

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Help implement versioning, review, and approval workflows for test methods.

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Collaborate with lab experts to ensure compliance with GxP and analytical method validation principles.

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Prepare and maintain test scenarios, documents, and method templates.

u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0Instrument Driver Development & Integrationu00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Understand and Contribute to SDK-based driver development to enable direct data capture and bidirectional communication withu00A0LabVantageu00A0(e.g.u00A0Talend open studio,u00A0etc).u00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Support development of instrument interfaces and drivers to enable data capture in LabVantage.

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Assist in data mapping, file parsing, and communication protocol setup for automated instrument data upload.

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Help onboard new instruments and test driver functionality with LabVantage and instrument vendors.

u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0Automation & Digital Integrationu00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Contribute to automation efforts to reduce manual effort in test method setup and instrument data handling.

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Support integration work connecting LIMS with other systems (CDS, QMS, Data Lake) using middleware tools (e.g., Talend, MuleSoft).

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Help prepare instrument and method data for analytics and reporting purposes.

u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0Governance, Validation & Documentationu00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Support for configurations and driver build validation, version-controlled, and auditableu00A0as part ofu00A0GxPu00A0complianceu00A0and followingu00A0regulatory andu00A0Lillyu00A0IT quality standardsu00A0(CSV-Computer System Validation).u00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Maintainu00A0design documents, configuration specifications,u00A0source code reviews (Drivers only)u00A0and technical SOPs for test method and driver management.u00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Support QA inu00A0CSV,u00A0change control, and periodic review activities.u00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Participate in audits and ensure all integrations and automation components meet 21 CFR Part 11 and Annex 11 requirements.u00A0

How you will succeed:u202Fu00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Faster deployment of new test methods with reduced manual effort.

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Smooth, standardized instrument integrations.

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Improved data flow between LabVantage and lab instruments.

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 High-quality, analytics-ready laboratory data in compliance with GxP.

What you should bring:u202Fu00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Strong analytical and systems thinking.u00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Technicalu00A0proficiencyu00A0in LIMSu00A0development andu00A0configuration, scripting, and API-based integrations.u00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Understanding of analytical lab workflows and instruments.u00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Excellent documentation and communication skills.u00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Ability to work across global teams (IT, Quality, Lab Operations).u00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Strategic mindset to connect lab automation initiatives with enterprise digital goals.u00A0

Basic Qualifications and Experience Requirement:u202Fu00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Bacheloru2019s oru00A0Masteru2019s degreeu00A0in Computer Science, Instrumentation, Chemical Engineering, Analytical Chemistry, or related field.u00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 3+ years of experienceu00A0in laboratory informatics, preferably in theu00A0pharma, biotech, or chemicals industry.u00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 2+ years of hands-on experience configuring and deployingu00A0LabVantageu00A0LIMSu00A0Master Data (i.e. test methods, specifications, calculations, and workflows).u00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Proven experience withu00A0instrument integration and driver development, ideally usingu00A0LabVantageu00A0SDK, Java, XML, or REST APIs.u00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Experience integratingu00A0LabVantageu00A0withu00A0chromatography and analytical instrument systemsu00A0(Empower,u00A0Chromeleon,u00A0Microplate readers, etc.).u00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Strong knowledge ofu00A0GxP,u00A021 CFRu00A0Part 11, and data integrity principles (ALCOA+).u00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Familiarity withu00A0ETL/middleware toolsu00A0andu00A0system validation (CSV/SDLC)u00A0practices.u00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Exposure tou00A0data analytics or digital lab transformationu00A0projects is a plus.u00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Hands-on experience with JIRA, ALM, and ServiceNow (SNOW) for requirement tracking, defect management, and change control activities in regulated environments.u202Fu00A0

u00B7u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Certification inu00A0LabVantageu00A0Administration and/or Stability, SDMS fromu00A0LabVantageu00A0solutions is preferred.u202Fu00A0

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