R&D Applications Specialist

Legend Biotech US•Somerset, NJ

3d•$96,267 - $126,351•Hybrid

About The Position

Legend Biotech is seeking an R&D Applications Specialist to join its Information Technology team in Somerset, New Jersey. The specialist will support laboratory IT capabilities and R&D systems, including ongoing operations and maintenance and the implementation or development of application enhancements used in R&D laboratories. The role administers and maintains laboratory applications such as Blue Mountain RAM (BMRAM) and LabVantage LIMS/ELN, supports laboratory instruments and computing environments, and works with laboratory, manufacturing, analytical support, and IT teams. The specialist helps ensure systems remain compliant and fit laboratory business needs, supports change control, validation, inspections, and issue resolution, and contributes to improving the efficiency and compliance of laboratory testing operations. The position requires a bachelor's degree and 3–5 years of experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry. The role is based in Somerset, NJ and is identified as hybrid. The posted base pay range is $96,267–$126,351 USD. Eligible employees may also receive performance-based bonus and/or equity. Benefits listed include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) with company match; paid parental leave; paid time off and holidays; and additional voluntary benefits and resources.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree and 3–5 years of experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
Understanding of laboratory science in the life sciences industry; cell therapy experience is preferred.
Understanding of GxP software administration and configuration.
Experience installing, configuring, and supporting systems and applications in laboratory environments.
Experience interacting directly with customers or users, including providing training.
Experience supporting standalone or enterprise computerized systems and/or applications.
Knowledge of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) and computer systems validation (CSV).
Familiarity with ticketing systems such as ServiceNow, Jira, or similar.
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Access, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams, and/or other relevant software.
Strong problem-solving skills and commitment to quality.
Ability to manage multiple complex projects, act independently, take initiative, and develop recommendations to resolve problems.
Ability to prioritize tasks, meet timelines while remaining flexible, and work independently or as part of a team; must be self-directed, organized, detail-oriented, and demonstrate professional integrity.
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and a service-oriented attitude; ability to contribute to a collaborative, positive, team-based environment and support business goals.
Willingness to follow standards while seeking effective strategies to improve the laboratory computing environment.
Working knowledge of AI technologies and approved AI tools; ability to use them responsibly, apply human oversight to AI-generated outputs, and comply with organizational AI-use policies.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the cell therapy space.

Responsibilities

Administer and maintain Blue Mountain RAM (BMRAM), LabVantage LIMS/ELN, and other R&D laboratory applications.
Configure and enhance BMRAM according to business requirements, maintain and support the system, and help ensure compliance.
Configure or develop LabVantage LIMS/ELN enhancements according to business requirements; create and maintain laboratory master and static data through appropriate change management processes.
Review method and specification changes and work with subject-matter experts to assess their impact on laboratory system data setup.
Troubleshoot laboratory instrument software and connectivity between laboratory computers and instruments.
Provision user accounts for standalone and networked equipment and instruments, as well as scientific software.
Collaborate with laboratory, manufacturing, analytical support, and site or global IT teams to ensure system needs and requirements are accurate.
Assist colleagues with assigned work and deliverables to support timely team execution.
Test system changes and enhancements through dry runs, system testing, and user acceptance testing.
Evaluate, recommend, and implement process improvements that enhance compliance and laboratory testing efficiency, including testing queue visibility and metrics monitoring.
Execute and document change control, and verify changes made by team members for accuracy.
Author, revise, or review procedural documents such as SOPs and work instructions, and contribute to related training content.
Support internal compliance reviews and regulatory agency inspections as required.
Respond to system issues and troubleshoot to identify root causes.
Support and manage R&D applications and the laboratory computing environment in accordance with IT policies and procedures.
Coordinate risk assessments and qualification protocols to support determination of systems' GxP applicability.
Accurately track, document, and update incidents and requests in the IT Service Management system.
Assist with updating knowledge base articles.
Participate in training and learn new skills, processes, and technologies as directed.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match that vests fully on day one
Eight weeks of paid parental leave after three months of employment
Paid time off including vacation, personal, and sick time
Floating holidays and eleven company holidays
Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts
Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Legal assistance
Voluntary supplemental pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
Voluntary commuter benefits
Family planning and care resources
Well-being initiatives
Peer-to-peer recognition programs
Performance-based bonus and/or equity for eligible roles