The Senior Manager, IT Applications – QC and Process Sciences is accountable for the stability, compliance, and performance of enterprise applications with a primary focus on QC & Process Sciences lab systems. You will lead the run operations for LabWare/LIMS, Empower, NuGenesis, and SoftMax, ensuring validated, secure, and efficient support for IOPS quality operations. This role partners closely with QC, QA, Validation, Manufacturing, and Global IT to deliver reliable sample lifecycle management, data integrity, and audit-ready computerized systems under cGMP/GxP.
As a Senior Manager IT Applications - Run, a typical day might include the following:
* Lead the end-to-end run function for the QC informatics stack (LabWare/LIMS, Empower, NuGenesis, SoftMax), including integrations with instruments, ERP/MES, and data repositories.
* Own service delivery for QC applications across incident, problem, change, release, and configuration management, aligning with ITIL and GMP change control.
* Maintain validated state for QC systems: risk assessments, validation plans/reports, periodic reviews, audit trail assessments, access management, backup/restore, disaster recovery, and cybersecurity controls.
* Drive data integrity (ALCOA+) by enforcing role-based access, segregation of duties, electronic signatures, audit trail review processes, and safeguarding raw and derived data.
* Partner with QC leadership and System Owners to map and optimize sample and method workflows, specifications, stability studies, and lot-release processes within LIMS/CDS/SDMS.
* Establish and monitor operational metrics and dashboards (SLA adherence, right-first-time rates, change success rate, validation cycle time, audit observation closure, system availability).
* Coordinate vendor and partner management (system integrators, instrument vendors) and oversee upgrades, patches, and technology refreshes with minimal GMP impact.
* Prepare for and support internal/external audits (e.g., FDA/EMA, client audits), drive CAPA effectiveness, and ensure sustained inspection readiness.
* Author and maintain SOPs, user guides, and training materials; deliver role-based training to QC end-users and administrators.
* Collaborate globally with Application Leads to ensure alignment, share best practices, and standardize configurations and procedures across sites.
* Communicate status, risks, and resource needs to executive stakeholders; prioritize investments based on QC operational impact and compliance risk.
* Champion continuous improvement using MDI structures, lean practices, and automation to reduce manual steps and error risk in QC workflows.
* Manage budget, capacity planning, and on-call coverage to support 24x7 QC operations during campaigns, investigations, and release activities.
This Role May Be For You If You Enjoy:
* Reviewing overnight QC system performance, audit trail exceptions, and critical incidents; triaging and assigning tasks.
* Meeting with QC, QA, and Validation to prioritize change controls and minor enhancements aligned to release timelines.
* Approving Empower project configurations or LIMS workflow updates and ensuring proper documentation and validation impact assessment.
* Conducting user access reviews, periodic system health checks, and data integrity spot audits.
* Coordinating a vendor-supported patch or instrument driver update, executing installation in a controlled, validated manner.
* Updating executive stakeholders on KPIs, risks, and mitigation plans; adjusting resources to meet key priorities.
In order to be considered for this position, you must hold a BS/BA in Information Technology or related field and 8+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. 5+ of those years must include managing systems and people.
Preferred Experience:
* Demonstrated experience leading QC laboratory informatics in a cGMP/GxP environment, including run operations for LIMS, CDS, SDMS/ELN/LES.
* Strong knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, GAMP 5, CSV practices, data integrity principles (ALCOA+), and audit readiness.
* Hands-on administration experience with:
o LabWare LIMS (configuration, workflow design, user roles, reporting).
o Empower CDS (project administration, privileges, audit trail, e-sig, backup/restore).
o NuGenesis SDMS (archival, search, report management, retention).
o SoftMax Pro (method management, data export, integration considerations).
* Experience integrating lab instruments (e.g., chromatographs, balances, plate readers) via vendor toolkits/drivers; familiarity with Windows Server, Active Directory, and database technologies (e.g., SQL).
* Proven track record implementing ITIL processes within GMP change control, managing releases with minimal operational disruption.
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