Manager, LIMS Applications

Ready to shape the future of science and global health? ATCC, a leading nonprofit biological resources and standards organization, is seeking a Manager, LIMS Applications to work a hybrid schedule in Manassas, VA. This leader serves as solution architect and platform owner for L7’s Enterprise Science Platform (ESP), driving validated, data-driven laboratory and bioproduction workflows across LIMS, MES, and ELN in a regulated environment. Join ATCC and be part of a team that supports the global scientific community with trusted, authenticated biological materials. This is a hybrid role in Manassas, VA. 

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• →Platform architecture & governance: Own ESP technical direction, standards, and roadmaps to deliver scalable, secure, maintainable solutions aligned to enterprise architecture and laboratory strategy. Establish change control, release management, and configuration governance to minimize technical debt.
• →Delivery & lifecycle execution: Lead requirements, design, configuration, testing/validation, deployment, and steady-state support for ESP LIMS/MES/ELN. Coordinate environments and releases to ensure predictable delivery and system reliability.
• →Integrations & digital lab enablement: Design and implement integrations across LIMS, lab instruments, third-party applications, and enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, QMS, data platforms). Ensure interoperability, traceability, and robust data flows supporting GxP expectations.
• →Team & stakeholder leadership: Manage and mentor a blended onshore/offshore engineering team and partners to deliver high-quality outcomes on time and within scope. Translate scientific and operational needs into actionable backlogs and solutions.
• →Compliance, security & documentation: Partner with cybersecurity, infrastructure, and IT to support audits, address risks, and maintain policy/regulatory alignment. Produce controlled documentation, solution designs, SOPs, training, and user support materials to drive adoption and audit readiness.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Life Sciences, or a related discipline. 7+ years of enterprise application experience, including 2+ years in a formal management or lead role.
• Proven L7 ESP experience across full lifecycle implementation and operational support for LIMS, MES, and ELN.
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead complex, cross-functional platforms and make architecture decisions that balance risk, compliance, and delivery.
• Strong knowledge of regulated laboratory/manufacturing workflows, validation practices, and quality system expectations (e.g., controlled documentation, change control).
• Hands-on proficiency with Python, JavaScript, PostgreSQL, HTML, and CSS; adherence to secure coding standards and best practices.
• Experience integrating instruments and enterprise systems using modern integration patterns and rigorous testing.
• Preferred: Experience in GMP/GxP environments and audit support.
• Preferred: Familiarity with data governance and analytics enablement (e.g., data warehouse/lake integrations). 

• Health & Wellness: 
  • Comprehensive medical coverage and company paid Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, AD&D, and paid parental leave
  • Work life balance with Paid Holidays and PTO
  • Fitness and cell phone subsidies, and additional benefits such as legal services, pet insurance and additional supplemental coverage.  
  • Employee Assistance Program offering around-the-clock counseling
• Financial security: 
  • 401(a) (6% employer contribution) and 403(b) (2% match) retirement plans
  • Exceptional career advancement opportunities, recognition, and rewards
  • Corporate bonus program
• Mission Focused:
  • Non-profit organization supporting critical life science research
  • We give scientists the tools they need to make discoveries that improve and save lives
  • Contribute to community involvement and social responsibility

Join ATCC, where we fuel your success, well-being, and development. We're a mission-focused non-profit Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrating a century of supporting global public health.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.  Shape the future of science with us.