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Actalent QC LIMS Specialist in Fairfield, New Jersey
Job Title: QC LIMS SpecialistJob Description
The QC LIMS Specialist supports laboratory operations by ensuring data integrity, scientific accuracy, and regulatory compliance within a dynamic environmental testing environment. This role focuses on maintaining and enhancing the LIMS platform and related database systems, developing and supporting reporting tools, and ensuring that laboratory workflows run efficiently and reliably.
Responsibilities
Support laboratory operations by maintaining high standards of data integrity, scientific accuracy, and regulatory compliance.
Ensure that laboratory workflows within the LIMS are configured, maintained, and optimized for efficient and accurate sample and data processing.
Support and maintain LIMS integrations and instrument interfaces to ensure seamless data transfer between analytical instruments and the LIMS.
Enhance, develop, and maintain SQL Server database systems that support LIMS and related laboratory applications.
Create and maintain management and data reports using Crystal Reports and/or Microsoft Access to support operational and quality control needs.
Develop customized electronic data deliverables (EDD) in CSV, tab-delimited, and Excel formats to meet internal and external reporting requirements.
Troubleshoot, maintain, and enhance Access VBA programs used for reporting, data processing, and laboratory support tools.
Provision, install, configure, and maintain computer systems and infrastructure that support laboratory information systems and associated applications.
Develop and maintain regulatory reporting formats to ensure compliance with applicable environmental and quality regulations.
Collaborate closely with the laboratory director and laboratory staff to understand workflow requirements and translate them into effective LIMS configurations and reports.
Monitor LIMS data quality and integrity, identify issues, and implement corrective actions to prevent data discrepancies and system errors.
Document system configurations, workflows, and reporting formats to support ongoing maintenance, audits, and knowledge transfer.
Essential Skills
2+ years of experience with Clinisys Element LIMS (version 6 or version 7).
Chemistry experience in a laboratory setting.
Hands-on experience with LIMS configuration, integrations, and instrument interfaces.
Strong technical expertise in databases, including experience enhancing and maintaining SQL Server database systems.
Proficiency with reporting tools such as Crystal Reports and Microsoft Access.
Ability to develop customized electronic data deliverables (EDD) in CSV, tab-delimited, and Excel formats.
Experience troubleshooting and maintaining Microsoft Access VBA programs.
Demonstrated ability to provision, install, configure, and maintain computer systems and related infrastructure.
Strong understanding of quality control principles and QC analysis in a laboratory environment.
Ability to develop and maintain regulatory reporting formats to support compliance.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a scientific field or in computer science.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Environmental laboratory experience, particularly in RCRA-focused testing, is preferred.
Experience working in a quality control or R&D laboratory environment.
Familiarity with environmental testing workflows and regulatory reporting requirements.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex system and data issues.
Ability to collaborate effectively with laboratory staff and leadership to understand requirements and implement solutions.
Attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of data integrity and scientific accuracy.
Work Environment
The QC LIMS Specialist works on-site within an environmental testing laboratory and reports to the laboratory director. The role involves close collaboration with laboratory personnel to support LIMS data accuracy, integrity, and workflow efficiency. The environment is technology-driven, using tools such as Clinisys Element LIMS, SQL Server, Crystal Reports, Microsoft Access, and Access VBA, as well as standard computer systems and laboratory instruments. The position operates within a regulated, quality-focused setting where adherence to environmental and reporting standards is critical, and where reliable, accurate data management is central to daily operations.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fairfield, NJ.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $43.00 - $58.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fairfield,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 25, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.