Laboratory Information Management System (Lims) Administrator, Aps Level 5 & 6, Chief Informati[...]

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Administrator, APS Level 5 & 6, Chief Information Officer

• Melbourne
• Applications close 25 February 2025

About the Department

The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:

• Growing innovative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
• Investing in science and technology
• Strengthening the resources sector.

The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create a positive impact in people’s lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.

If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia’s future.

About the team

The National Measurement Institute (NMI) ICT Operations team sits in the CIOD and is dedicated to supporting and improving NMI’s ICT and services. Amongst other functions such as desktop support, it supports and maintains the NMI Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), Sample Manager for Windows (SMW).

SMW is an integral part of the laboratory operations and is used across the NMI’s Analytical and Chembio laboratories. The ongoing improvements in the functionality and performance of Sample Manager for Windows (SMW) facilitate the smooth running of the laboratory operations in accordance with Quality Systems and NATA requirements.

The opportunity

As a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Administrator, you will be managing and supporting the LIMS system, Thermofisher ‘Sample Manager’. The LIMS is operated by various branches within NMI across both Sydney and Melbourne sites. You will be developing and enhancing functionality using VGL within Sample Manager. Your role requires configuring software, testing, troubleshooting, and producing technical documentation.

You will also work as part of a team of LIMS administrators and developers, liaising with various stakeholders and collaborating with ICT colleagues where required.

We are seeking motivated, proactive, personable, and skilled Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Administrators. Our ideal candidates will have proven system administration experience preferably managing a Laboratory Information Management System such as Sample Manager or similar, relevant to the functioning of a commercial analytical / scientific laboratory.

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:
• LIMS Basics
• Net C#
• Visual Basics
• Java and HTML.
• Sound knowledge of scientific laboratory environments and the role of LIMS in laboratory operations.
• Familiarity with standard desktop applications and the ability to learn new systems and technologies.
• Experience in processing data.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills with the ability to analyse and resolve complex issues.
• 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.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads.
• A high level of commitment, self-motivation, and initiative with a demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement in a dynamic environment.

Ideal candidates will have personal drive and integrity in the context of the APS values, NMI values (Inclusive, Innovative, Accountable, Adaptable, Influential and Strategic) and code of conduct.

What you will do

As a LIMS Administrator, you will be managing and supporting the LIMS system, Sample Manager operated by the Analytical Services Branch (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:

• Liaise with business areas to gather requirements to develop enhancements and new functionality in the LIMS system.
• Address enquiries from staff and senior management regarding LIMS data and system with the aim of contributing towards the business objectives.
• 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, reviews 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:
• 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.

To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens.

Positions require a Baseline security clearance, and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.

Notes

• Tertiary qualifications in Science or Computer Science.
• Demonstrated experience in the use of computer-based data management systems.
• Experience working in a scientific analytical laboratory or experience with commercial LIMS systems will be looked on favourably.

A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.

Application information

Your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents. The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.

Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position. Your pitch can contain no more than 500 words and should align to the key duties listed above.

Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application. (CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).

Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request. Please contact or (02) 6276 1235 if you require assistance with your application.

Please refer to our Applying for a position information for additional information on how to apply.

Contact Information

For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Nick Torpy on 02 6102 9904 or via email on

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