Laboratory Informatics Consultant (LIMS)

Other locations: San Francisco Bay Area, Tri-state Area (NY, NJ, PA), RTP (NC)

We are seeking a Laboratory Informatics Consultant with hands-on experience implementing and supporting enterprise LIMS platforms such as LabWare, LabVantage, or similar systems. This role is focused on delivering sample‑centric LIMS solutions, supporting the full sample lifecycle in regulated laboratory environments. Consultants in this role are expected to be able to operate independently on medium-complexity projects as well as collaborating with a global support team on larger projects.

As a consultant on our team, you will work with pharmaceutical, biotech, CRO, and regulated laboratory environments to design, configure, and deploy informatics solutions that improve data integrity, compliance, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate understands how laboratories operate day to day and can design LIMS solutions that support compliant, efficient, and traceable laboratory workflows, while also configuring supporting entities such as instruments and inventory as needed.

• Lead or support requirements gathering with laboratory stakeholders, emphasizing end‑to‑end sample lifecycle management
• Analyze laboratory processes related to sample receipt, testing, review, approval, and disposition
• Translate business and regulatory requirements into LIMS functional designs and configuration specifications

• Configure[PR1]  LIMS solutions (e.g., LabWare, LabVantage) independently or as part of a national or global team to support:
• Sample login, accessioning, and chain of custody
• Test assignment, execution, calculations, and result entry
• Specifications, limits, and result evaluation
• Review, approval, release, and reporting workflows
• Configure supporting LIMS entities required for sample workflows, including tests, methods, materials, products, and locations
• Configure instrument and inventory data as required to support compliant sample testing

• Develop and execute system testing and validation deliverables (IQ/OQ/PQ, test scripts, traceability matrices)
• Support user acceptance testing and defect resolution
• Assist with production deployment and go‑live activities

• Provide post‑implementation support focused on sample processing, results management, and workflow execution
• Troubleshoot issues impacting sample lifecycle workflows and data integrity
• Deliver end‑user training and documentation
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, compliance, and usability within the LIMS

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience working with laboratory informatics systems such as LabWare, LabVantage, or similar LIMS platforms
• Strong experience implementing and supporting sample lifecycle management in LIMS
• Solid understanding of laboratory workflows (QC, analytical, stability, manufacturing, or R\&D)
• Experience working in regulated environments (GxP, FDA, ISO; ALCOA+ principles)
• Strong communication skills and experience working directly with laboratory and QA stakeholders
• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, technical, or related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on laboratory experience or a background in chemistry or biology
• Experience with complex sample models (e.g., stability programs, high‑volume QC, or multi‑site labs)
• System validation and CSV documentation experience
• Exposure to LIMS integrations or configuration scripting
• Consulting or client‑facing experience
• Experience supporting instrument or inventory data in the context of sample workflows, rather than asset‑centric implementations
• Experience working across multiple informatics systems (e.g., LIMS, ELN, CDS, SDMS)

 [PR1]It would be good to add a statement on the possibility to collaborate with global team to configure LIMS solutions.

CURIOSITY DRIVEN, SCIENCE FOCUSED, EMPLOYEE BUILT. Our culture is unlike any other, one where we debate, challenge ourselves, and interact with all alike. We are a curious bunch, characterized by our passion to learn and spirit of teamwork. Zifo is a global R&D solutions provider focused on the industries of Pharma, Biotech, Manufacturing QC, Medical Devices, specialty chemicals and other research-based organizations. Our team’s knowledge of science and expertise in technology help Zifo better serve our customers around the globe, including 18 of the Top 20 Biopharma companies. 

We look for Science – Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Microbiology etc. We possess scientific and technical knowledge and bear professional and personal goals.  While we have a “no doors” policy to promote free access within, we do have a tough door to walk in. We search with a two-point agenda – technical competency and cultural adaptability. 

We offer a competitive compensation package including accrued vacation, medical, dental, vision, 401k with company matching, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.  

If you share these sentiments and are prepared for the atypical, then Zifo is your calling! 

Zifo is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.