Laboratory Sciences Systems Specialist

Role: Laboratory Sciences Systems Specialist

Location: Remote

Type: Contract

Job Summary

The Laboratory Sciences Systems Specialist is responsible for the validation, administration, implementation, and lifecycle management of laboratory data acquisition and software systems. The role supports system compliance, upgrades, change management, continuous improvement, and collaboration with global and site-level stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Support validation activities, including validation planning, requirements, traceability, test execution, and validation reporting.
• Manage system changes, upgrades, releases, and decommissioning activities throughout the system lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, system documentation, and user requirements.
• Support implementation and deployment of laboratory systems in collaboration with site stakeholders.
• Serve as a system administrator for assigned laboratory applications.
• Analyze system performance and identify opportunities for process improvement and innovation.
• Collaborate with users, managers, SMEs, vendors, and other stakeholders to define requirements and implement system enhancements.
• Provide recommendations for system improvements, upgrades, and new capabilities.
• Ensure systems are maintained in accordance with applicable quality and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, preferably in a scientific, technical, or related discipline.
• Relevant experience in laboratory systems, life sciences, pharmaceutical, CRO, or a similar regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of system validation, change control, and software lifecycle management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and influence stakeholders without direct reporting authority.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data analysis tools such as Excel, Power BI, or similar platforms.