Lab Informatics Lead

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.