LIMS Specialist (Short-Term Assignment – 2 Weeks)

Job Title: LIMS Specialist (Short-Term Assignment – 2 Weeks)

Location: Ambattur, Chennai
Department: Laboratory IT / Quality Systems
Duration: 2 Weeks
Reporting to: Lab Manager / Quality Systems Head / IT Lead

Job Summary:

We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) Specialist for a 2-week short-term assignment to support the setup, configuration, validation, training, and maintenance of our LIMS infrastructure. The candidate will work closely with the laboratory and global IT teams to ensure the system is fully functional, optimized, and compliant with operational and accreditation standards.

Key Responsibilities:System Setup & Configuration

• Configure modules and LIMS functions such as procedures, templates, reports, worksheets, instrument mapping, user rights, currency, pricing, invoicing, and sample tracking.
• Configure buyer profiles, client projects, pricing lists, folder templates, and account setups for new users.
• Provide advanced configuration support to technical teams and global staff.

Validation & Testing

• Conduct validation of LIMS modules and features to ensure compliance with operational, regulatory, and client-specific requirements.
• Perform scheme validation and participate in go-live readiness assessments.

Ongoing Support & Maintenance

• Provide technical support to end users before, during, and after go-live.
• Troubleshoot issues and escalate complex problems to global application support or business teams.
• Perform test cycles after updates or patches and maintain security settings.

Training & Documentation

• Conduct hands-on training sessions for end-users as needed.
• Document all system activities and configurations to meet quality and accreditation standards.

Assessment & Continuous Improvement

• Evaluate the utilization level of the LIMS against set expectations.
• Raise corrective/preventive actions and follow up on resolution.
• Recommend system improvements and optimization opportunities.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Science, IT, or related field (preferred).
• Experience with laboratory operations, SOPs, and equipment.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 17025, GLP, and quality systems.
• Prior exposure to LIMS systems (configuration, implementation, or support).
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic IT troubleshooting.
• Excellent communication skills in English (oral and written).
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional and global teams.

Job Type: Contractual / Temporary
Contract length: 2 weeks

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do you have prior hands-on experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)?
• Are you familiar with ISO/IEC 17025, ISO 9001, or GLP standards?
• Are you available to work full-time for a 2-week short-term engagement ?

Work Location: In person