LIMS & IT Specialist

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Vandergrift, PA
In-Office
68K-122K Annually
Senior level
Information Technology • Software
The Role
The LIMS & IT Specialist manages LIMS database applications, develops reports, supports user training, and maintains system backups. Requires strong communication and multitasking skills.
Summary Generated by Built In

Leidos is seeking a highly motivated Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Administrator to join the Energy & Environmental Division’s USACE FUSRAP laboratory team. This is a on site position for a LIMS specialist with focus on IT, LIMS, and laboratory database management.

This position will work on site at the Leidos laboratory In Vandergrift, PA.

Must pass a beryllium lymphocyte proliferation test (BeLPT) prior to accessing the customer site.

Per program requirements, US Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required and must be able to obtain a Public Trust security clearance.

The anticipated salary range for this role is $80,000 - $100,000 annually.

The Challenge:

  • Design, develop, maintain, and manage the LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) database application. The position will be responsible for working with a database management system, along with additional tools such as Matrix Gemini and SQL with an emphasis on instrument reporting, developing reports and gathering data.

  • Develop instrument reporting process for incorporation of sample data into the LIMS.

  • Support user training and advise management on technology changes and improvements that will increase efficiency of laboratory processes.

  • Maintain LIMS system backups and oversight of electronic storage of records for the laboratory.

What Sets You Apart:

  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience with minimum of 5 years laboratory experience.

  • Proficiency configuring and maintaining Xybion (Autoscribe Informatics) Matrix Gemini LIMS.

  • TSQL and/or SQL database language experience, specifically SQL queries and stored procedures.

  • Technical experience with databases and user support. 

  • Team player, organized, reliable, conscientious, and dedicated to program support.

  • Capable of multitasking, managing resources, and schedules and working several diverse tasks with simultaneous or near simultaneous deadlines. 

  • Self-motivated, disciplined, and able to work task independently with good time management.

  • Experience developing application programming interfaces (APIs) 

  • Experience developing Xybion (Autoscribe Informatics) MIDAS data transfers. 

  • Experience with Microsoft Office suite. 

  • Ability to make unanticipated changes to production deliverables with short notice as required. 

  • Must have well developed communication skills and be able to express thoughts and ideas clearly and concisely in both verbal and written format.

You May Also Have:

  • Strong analytical skills associated with laboratory sample analysis. 

  • Strong knowledge of inorganic and radiochemical methods. 

  • Experience in the development and implementation of standards, procedures, and guidelines for an information system. 

  • Experience in the development of staged laboratory data packages and deliverables.

We’re not looking for perfectly polished resumes or perfect fits. We’re looking for people who break limits, ask hard questions, and don’t wait to be told what’s next. At Leidos, we’re not following the roadmap — we’re redrawing it. 

Original Posting:November 10, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:Pay Range $67,600.00 - $122,200.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Top Skills

APIs
Lims
Matrix Gemini
MS Office
SQL
Tsql
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The Company
Alexandria, VA
27,104 Employees

What We Do

We Are Leidos

For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world.

OUR MISSION
Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020.

Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.

Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.

Your most important work is ahead.

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