Laboratory Information Management System (Lims) Administrator

Position:

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) Administrator

Location:

Autoneum India (AIND) Shared Service Center, Pune Function:

Product Development (BGEU) Reports To:

Manager SSC Pune Matrix Reporting To:

Head QA and Head Regional Laboratory (BGEU)

Job Purpose: The LIMS Administrator is responsible for the administration, configuration, and functional support of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) used for managing laboratory test equipment, parameters, and technical development data. The role ensures effective system implementation, stable operations, data integrity, and alignment with functional and operational requirements. Working closely with Quality, Product Development, IT teams, and external LIMS service providers, the position supports department-specific system configurations, special programming requirements, and end-user enablement to ensure efficient laboratory operations and reliable data management.

Key Responsibilities (Main Activities): The role is accountable for system administration activities including participation in regular project coordination meetings, independent validation of incoming LIMS data sets for structural accuracy and compliance, and ongoing monitoring of system performance and data integrity. The LIMS Administrator supports the integration and onboarding of new internal and external system users through structured training and guidance, while acting as a key user and functional contact for the LIMS interface. The position designs, evaluates from a cost and functionality perspective, and supports the implementation of new system modules, parameters, and specifications in coordination with internal stakeholders. In application support, the role develops and maintains department-specific masks, filters, and views aligned with laboratory and technical development requirements, performs special programming and master data maintenance, and ensures regular system optimization and cleanup to maintain performance, reliability, and usability. The role also coordinates with external LIMS operators and vendors to resolve issues, implement enhancements, and ensure service continuity.

Business Interfaces: The position works closely with internal stakeholders including laboratory users, Quality Assurance, Product Development, and IT teams, while coordinating with external LIMS service providers and contractual partners to ensure system effectiveness, compliance, and support continuity.

Education & Qualification: The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline, supported by relevant certifications in IT systems, data processing, or laboratory systems where applicable.

Experience Requirements: The ideal candidate has formal training in information technology, data processing, or an equivalent technical qualification, along with a minimum of three years of professional experience in system administration or application support roles. A solid technical understanding of products, processes, and documentation systems used in laboratory or technical development environments is required, along with working knowledge of web-based database programming such as SQL. The role demands a confident, professional, and service-oriented approach when interacting with both internal and external stakeholders, as well as a basic willingness to undertake business travel when required. Functional & Behavioral Competencies:

The role requires an independent, structured, and result-oriented working style with strong ownership and accountability. High communication skills, teamwork capability, flexibility, reliability, and initiative are essential for effective collaboration across functions. The LIMS Administrator acts as a key user for the LIMS interface and is expected to demonstrate strong overall PC proficiency. Proficiency in both German and English, written and spoken, is required to effectively support global stakeholders and system documentation.