APS6 LIMS System Administrator

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Job details

We are seeking a motivated, proactive, personable, and skilled LIMS Administrator (APS6 equivalent). Our ideal candidate will have proven system administration experience preferably managing a LIMS system such as Sample Manager or a similar, relevant to the functioning of a commercial analytical/scientific laboratory. The role is very critical to supporting the Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) for the National Measurement Institute (NMI). You will work very closely with the business area to troubleshoot and provide support.

The successful candidate will have:

• Practical knowledge of, or experience in LIMS administration such as Sample Manager or a similar system relevant to the functioning of a commercial analytical/scientific laboratory.
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following computer programming and scripting languages:
• • VGL
  • LIMS Basics
  • .Net C#
  • Visual Basics
  • Java and HTML.
  • SQL
• Sound knowledge of database administration. The use of SQL to extract information from database or to correct errors in the database.
• Sound knowledge of scientific laboratory environments and the role of LIMS in laboratory operations.
• Familiarity with standard IT applications and the ability to rapidly develop a high level of understanding of new application or systems.
• Experience in processing data and the use of standard desktop applications.

• Demonstrated problem solving skills with the ability to analyse and resolve complex issues.

• Demonstrated ability to learn new systems and technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships and work collaboratively and effectively in a team environment and with business stakeholders.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A high level of commitment, self-motivation, and initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement in a dynamic environment.
• Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise workloads.

This role is preferred in Melbourne, but strong applicants in Sydney & Canberra will also be considered.

Key duties and responsibilities

As a LIMS Administrator, you will be managing and supporting the LIMS system, Sample Manager operated by the Analytical Services Brach (Melbourne and Sydney) and several groups within Chembio & Biological Branch (Sydney). You will be developing /enhancing functionality using its proprietary language VGL, configuring software, testing, troubleshooting, and producing technical documentation. You will also work as part of a team of LIMS admins and Developers, liaising with internal / external stakeholders and collaborating with ICT colleagues where required.

Duties:

1. Liaise with business areas to gather requirements to develop enhancements and new functionality in the LIMS system.
2. Address enquires from staff and senior management regarding LIMS data and system with the aim of contributing towards the business objectives.
3. Provide technical support to staff, including troubleshooting, bug fixing and managing LIMS user accounts and access.

• Undertake training of NMI staff in the use of the LIMS.
• Specify requirements and prepare specifications for amendments and undertake testing of the programs developed.
• Carry out system enhancements under the direction of the LIMS Technical Manager, ensuring appropriate change control and associated procedures are adhered to.
• Implement and maintain quality control measures.
• Develop and maintain interfaces to facilitate data exchange between LIMS and other systems.
• Develop and maintain documentation SOPs, procedures, and test plans.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as committing or archiving of the LIMS data, backups, review and update users and their access under the direction of NMI managers.
• Liaise with LIMS vendor to troubleshoot core system issues.
• Generate Financial, Management and statistical reports for senior management.
• Utilise the following personal qualities in your day-to-day work:
• communicate effectively.
• ability to work as a part of a team and operate with a degree of independence where required.
• build relationships with colleagues and take a collaborative approach.
• plan and manage implementation tasks.
• solve problems quickly, appropriately, and efficiently.
• Work across ICT (including Database, Server, security, and Network teams) to deliver business outcomes, upgrades, undertake testing, manage issues and outages.
• Apply an understanding of and commitment to workplace diversity, workplace participation, safe working environment and access and equity principles.

Note that duties are similar between APS5 and APS6 however, APS5 will receive higher level of support, guidance, and training to undertake tasks. APS6 is expected to take more responsibility and undertake work with a high degree of independence where required.