Description: The Associate Manager, Lab IT Systems, will oversee the implementation, management, and support of IT systems within the laboratory environment of our pharmaceutical company. This role requires a deep understanding of laboratory operations, informatics, and compliance requirements. The Associate Manager will collaborate closely with laboratory staff, IT teams, and cross-functional departments to ensure the seamless integration and functionality of laboratory information systems (LIMS), data management tools, and analytical software, while supporting regulatory compliance and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities: + System Management: Manage and support laboratory IT systems, including LIMS, electronic lab notebooks (ELN), and data analysis tools, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. + Project Leadership: Lead IT projects within the laboratory, from requirements gathering through implementation, including system upgrades and integrations with other enterprise systems. + User Support & Training: Provide technical support to laboratory personnel, including troubleshooting system issues and delivering training on best practices and system functionalities. + Compliance & Documentation: Ensure laboratory IT systems comply with regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, GxP, GLP) and maintain accurate documentation related to system configurations, changes, and validations. + Collaboration: Work closely with laboratory managers, quality assurance, and IT teams to identify needs, implement solutions, and enhance laboratory workflows. + Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies within laboratory IT systems, recommending enhancements and innovations to support laboratory objectives.