Lab Information Mgnt. Systems Data Analyst

Aviagen•Elkmont, AL

About The Position

The goal of this position is to manage the day to day operation of the Laboratory Information Management Systems for Aviagen’s veterinary laboratories. In addition to maintaining the LIMS, this position will oversee required reporting as well as meet the requirements of data analysis to meet the needs of Veterinary Services and Aviagen’s production facilities. The LIMS Data Analyst will also liaise with the LIMS administrator at Aviagen.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree (preferably in Computer Science or Data Science) or equivalent
Excellent computer skills, with an understanding of hardware and software operation, and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work well in a team environment as well as individually
Understanding of procedural programming
Effective SQL ability (preferably in Microsoft SQL Server environment)
Basic knowledge for creating documents and spreadsheets
Good communication, organizational, and leadership skills
Effective time management and ability to prioritize objectives
Self-motivated with the ability to perform tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
Troubleshooting database systems or computer applications
Must possess the ability to apply common sense understanding to accomplish daily and weekly goals, as well as deal with changing needs requested by the LIMS manager

Responsibilities

Extract data from LIMS and support interpretation and analysis of results
Ensure data entry and extraction follow good practice standards for data integrity and governance
Provide routine and investigative reports and metrics
Support audits and inspections by providing data and information upon request
Develop analysis tools and reporting templates
Develop new LIMS workflows, interfaces, and functionality
Develop new laboratory instrument integrations
Provide troubleshooting expertise and support for LIMS systems, equipment, and interfaces
Provide end user application support in a timely manner
Collaborate with Laboratory, Monitoring, Veterinary, Microbiology, Production, and Administrative groups to ensure LIMS processes support Aviagen business processes
Ensure compliance with legislative and accrediting standards such as ISO 9001, ISO17025, NPIP, according to individual laboratory needs.
Follow company policy and meet established procedures regarding bio-security, animal welfare, safety, ISO requirements, and drug/alcohol policy.
Attendance is expected and required during normal working hours or during the assigned working schedule determined by the supervisor.
May perform other tasks as deemed necessary by the LIMS manager