Job
Description
Job Summary: As a Senior Manger, IT you will be responsible for business partner and engaging R&D teams and IT / Digital technology teams. This role plays a pivotal part in understanding, documenting, defining, and recommending the right Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) technology platform for our R&D labs. The role will support shape how our R&D fuels the New Product Introduction. The role will closely partner and collaborate with R&D business stakeholders and ensuring LIMS solution is widely adopted across our Labs. The ideal candidate would have a deep understanding / knowledge of Research & Development in Cell / Battery industry and strong techno-functional skills to bridge the business needs and technology solution delivery. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: LIMS IT Business Partner: Be the single point of contact for R&D business stakeholders in managing and supporting the LIMS implementation for R&D labs Develop a strategic roadmap for LIMS implementation that aligns with R&D’s vision and Cell technology evolution. Work closely with R&D scientists, researchers, lab technicians, and senior stakeholders to understand research objectives, lab processes, and LIMS requirements. Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging LIMS technologies, AI/ML trends, and automation solutions to digitize the R&D labs. Partner with R&D team ensuring that LIMS business processes are clearly defined, documented, and effectively mapped to LIMS capabilities. Document detailed LIMS business processes, use cases, and workflows, ensuring alignment with industry best practices. Support the end-to-end LIMS implementation cycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and change management. Collaborate with R&D and Technology Implementation team to ensure smooth deployment of LIMS, Capability Validation, System Performance etc. Drive LIMS user adoption by organizing user training sessions, documenting & creating training materials, and ensure seamless on-boarding of users. Act as a LIMS subject matter expert for R&D/Engineering teams, providing technical as well as functional assistance to stakeholders. Enable seamless LIMS integration with PLM, ERP, MES, and other enterprise systems to ensure smooth data flow across the organization. Facilitate LIMS integration with Battery Intelligence Platforms, enabling real-time monitoring, predictive analytics, and deep insights into battery performance and quality. Work closely with IT architects and data engineers to design scalable and interoperable integration frameworks for lab automation. Gather feedback from R&D lab users and drive iterative improvements to the LIMS platform. Establish governance models for LIMS data security, access controls, and regulatory compliance. Monitor LIMS system performance, resolve issues by working closely with App support team, and enhance LIMS functionalities to meet evolving R&D needs. Support change management initiatives, ensuring that research teams embrace new technologies effectively. Knowledge, Skills and Experience : Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering or related field At least 7+ years of experience in LIMS or Engineering IT tools management, or related fields. Strong understanding & knowledge of Cell / Battery industry. Extensive experience in implementing or managing the LIMS application in industry such as Automotive, and Energy Storage Hands-on experience with LIMS platforms (e.g., STARLIMS, ThermoFisher, LabVantage, BIOVIA, Labware, Siemens Opcenter or equivalent). Knowledge of lab equipment integration with LIMS (e.g., battery cyclers, SEM, GC-MS, ICP-MS, and spectroscopy tools). Experience working with APIs, SQL, and scripting to enable system customizations and automation. Familiarity with Cloud-based or On-Premise LIMS solution Good presentation, excellent leadership and communication skills Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements Strong understanding of the LIMS business processes and IT systems that are critical for the organization’s operations and how they can be affected by different scenarios. Ability to proactively plan, organize, and execute IT projects, such as conducting risk assessments, developing recovery strategies, and implementing solutions. Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders, such as senior management, business units, IT staff, vendors, and regulators, and address their concerns and expectations. Should be able to adjust to changing business needs and requirements and solve problems creatively and efficiently. Show more Show less
