Lab Informatics Lead
Location: Slough. Visa and relocation support is offered for the successful candidate.
The Lab Informatics Lead will lead the development and continuous improvement of LIMS/ELN solutions supporting laboratory workflows, sample tracking, and scientific data integrity. This role partners with laboratory teams, IT, and external vendors to deliver scalable, compliant, and user-friendly lab information management capabilities focusing on integrating laboratory equipment with a LIMS / ELN solution. This is a fully site‑based role. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.
What you will do
- Define and maintain the product vision, roadmap, and backlog for LIMS/ELN integration.
- Manage connections between LIMS/ELN, CDS, and instrument interfaces.
- Gather requirements from scientists and lab managers, translating them into user stories.
- Lead digitalization efforts to modernize lab environments.
- Ensure workflows support sample management, reagent tracking, and data integrity.
- Monitor system performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
What we are looking for
- Degree in Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, Biology, or a related field.
- Experience in product ownership or business analysis.
- Hands‑on experience with ELN/LIMS platforms (e.g., IDBS, Benchling, ThermoFisher SampleManager, LabVantage).
- Knowledge of APIs and scientific instrument connectivity.
- Familiarity with laboratory workflows in biopharma or biomanufacturing.
- Understanding of data integrity, FAIR principles, and laboratory digitalization.
