LIMS Manager

Description of Work

This is a REPOST. Previous applicants are still being considered for this position and do not need to reapply.

• This is a Full Time Time-Limited Position*

The position will function as the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Manager for the State Laboratory of Public Health (SLPH). The position is primarily responsible for developing, analyzing, monitoring, and supporting the primary LIMS system and all associated data systems that connect to the LIMS at SLPH, including the electronic test orders and results (ETOR) system. As part of the quality assurance (QA) team, the LIMS Manager works with the Public Health Laboratory Assistant Director for Quality and Regulatory Compliance to coordinate with all technical units at SLPH and function as the liaison between SLPH QA and the Division's Information Technology team to monitor efficiency of operations in areas related to system implementation, software configuration, and maintenance.

Areas of responsibility and duties include but are not limited to:

• Manage system users
• Implement and monitor laboratory instrument interfaces
• Assure development of configuration and implementation plan for new tests or functionality
• Collaborate with QA team and laboratory technical team to complete required validation plans
• Work with stakeholders, partners, and clients to develop and enable solutions to integrate with clinical and environmental applications
• Coordinate requirements gathering from stakeholders for new or modified tests and functionality
• Maintain awareness of new functions for data systems
• Monitor environment for new applications that would benefit stakeholders
• Attend required training to assure competence in job functions
• Monitor performance of data systems and assure continuity of operations
• Respond to internal and external customer issues and coordinate corrective actions
• Coordinate with QA Team and Unit Managers to produce and monitor routine quality indicators
• Plan for routine upgrades and maintenance with relevant stakeholders

This position requires a specialized skill set serving as the subject matter expert for LIMS needs and requirements across a wide range of laboratories within SLPH.

Salary Grade: NC19

Recruitment Range: $51,895 - $83,737

Position: 65034705

Exam Plan: 22-04611

About the Division of Public Health and the State Laboratory of Public Health:

The NC Division of Public Health (DPH) works to promote and contribute to the highest possible level of health for the people of North Carolina - Everywhere, Everyday, Everybody.

At the State Laboratory of Public Health (SLPH), we provide medical and environmental laboratory services such as testing, consultation, and training, to public and private health provider organizations responsible for the promotion, protection, and assurance of the health of North Carolina citizens. SLPH serves the entire state as a reference laboratory for difficult, unusual, or otherwise unavailable laboratory procedures and assist in the development, evaluation, and standardization of medical and environmental laboratory testing procedures. We provide training and consultation to improve and assure quality services in other laboratories and certify milk and water laboratories and milk analysts. We test for Acanthamoeba to Zika and everything in between! Visit our website at http://slph.ncpublichealth.com to learn more.

Campus Amenities and Benefits at the State Laboratory of Public Health

• 220,000 square feet campus built in 2012

• Plentiful Free Parking

• Easy access to shopping centers, the state art museum, healthcare providers, and highways (70, 40 and 440)

• Break Rooms with Vending Machines, Ice Machines, Coffee Makers, Magazines, and

• Commercial Grade Microwave Ovens

• Patio Dining with Umbrellas

• Weekly Food Trucks, including Double Food Truck Fridays

• Car Cleaning and Detailing Services On-site bimonthly

Wellness Activities

• Fitness Center with Exercise Equipment and Classes

• Annual Flu Shot Clinic for Employees and Families

• Monthly and Quarterly Workshop Sessions

• Employee Engagement and Staff Development Activities

• NCSLPH Employee Recognition Programs

• State Health Plan and State of NC Employee Benefits

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application that they possess all of the following:

• Knowledge of the operations of a clinical laboratory and clinical testing requirements as they relate to the IT functions of a clinical laboratory.

• Considerable knowledge of the technical operations and policy development associated with a laboratory information management system (LIMS)

• Experience in the validation and quality monitoring aspects of LIMS

• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve shared goals

• Ability to organize data and to write detailed reports with recommendations. Development of internal policies or written directives and communications occurs frequently.

Management Preferences

• The ideal candidate will have experience with the oversight and maintenance of a clinical or environmental laboratory LIMS. STARLIMS experience is a plus.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Bachelor's degree from appropriately accredited institution in a discipline related to the area of assignment with three years of programmatic experience related to the area of assignment;

OR

an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) selects applicants for employment based on job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or political influence. Pre-Employment criminal background checks are required for some positions.

Division of Public Health (DPH) main locations, including their grounds, are tobacco-free as outlined in the Tobacco-free Campus Policy. All tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, e-hookahs, "vape products" and all smokeless tobacco products, may not be used in the indicated areas. For more information, please see the policy and FAQ posted here: http://publichealth.nc.gov/employees/

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. You will either receive a call to schedule an interview or an email notifying you when the job has been filled.

For technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627. Applicants will be communicated with via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR, 919-707-5450.

Please refer to the link below for additional information:

https://oshr.nc.gov/work-nc/how-do-i-get-job