Company:
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Location: Boston
Closing Date: 17/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Job Description:
The Business Systems Specialist Senior will be responsible for the creation and revision, as well as review and approval of LIMS master data within the LabVantage Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) implemented at the Vertex Cell and Gene Therapy sites (Cambridge/LC1 and Providence) for the GxP LIMS system. This position will be responsible for providing end-user support for all QC, QA, Supply Chain, MFG and analytical groups as well as compliance to global Vertex internal policies and procedures. The Business Analysts will be supporting non-GxP digital system implementation activities and corporate with AD, PD and R&D groups for multiple programs such as T1D and DMD. Additionally, the Business Analyst may be tasked to participate in a global process for general or Vertex Global applicable master data creation, revision, and review.
Key Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Work with site leaders to identify, capture and update all master data for each site within VCGT (Cambridge, Providence and LC1) for GxP operations.
Work with a project team to identify, capture and update all master data for PD operations within VCGT (Cambridge, Providence and LC1)
Leads QC, QA and MFG departments in the build and/or revision, review and approval of master data, including but not limited to products, sampling plan, specifications, and methods in LIMS, per global and local LIMS procedures.
First-line support for end-user LIMS template and data entry issues.
Support in the development, implementation, enhancement of the overall process for requesting, creating/revising, and reviewing master data at the VCGT Cambridge, Providence and LC1 facilities.
Assist in the development and implementation of a site process for the scheduling and status tracking of all sites LIMS Master Data, including needs for Raw Material, Intermediate, Drug Substance and Finished Product, EM/UM and Stability testing.
Work with the site LIMS Administrator and Business Owner to maintain site and global requirements of LIMS.
Participate in the development and/or revision of VCGT Standard Operating Procedures.
Support LIMS System/Process auditing to ensure data is current.
The business analyst will support electronic notebooks such as Benchling, Dotmatics, Non-GxP digital system implementation to support CGT programs.
Corporate with training for end users to use the system.
Collect digital platform business requirements, user story and use cases, support user acceptance testing.
Act as digital platform superuser and coordinate with business subject-matter experts from different levels for business needs.
Responsible for training Jr. specialist with system knowledge and drive through technical difficulty in partnering with the technical lead.
Minimum qualifications:
Advanced degree in technology or science discipline or equivalent. Combined degrees and/or experience in fields of biology, data analysis, Statistics and data science is preferred.
Typically requires 2- 4 years relevant experience in the Life Sciences, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Familiarity with cell and gene therapy methodologies such as Cell Viability, Flow cytometry and other cell functional assays.
Knowledge of LabVantage system master data and system usage functionality, require at least 1 year experience.
Knowledge of Benchling system - general function and system navigation
Knowledge of Dotmatics system – general function and system navigation
Knowledge of Instrument Data Capture system
Knowledge of regulated systems – general level of understanding of systems validation.
Capable and comfortable multi-tasking between concurrent projects.
Experience of GxP laboratory and Manufacturing process, and non-GxP research laboratory analytical development and product processes development.
Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
Must detail oriented pay close attention and notice minor details.
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written. Knowledge of regulated systems – general level of understanding of systems validation.
Skills of Master Data management in LIMS Systems, together with Data Analysis/Data Management.
Capable and comfortable multi-tasking between concurrent projects.
Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
Pay Range:
$50-$60/hr
Requisition Disclaimer:
This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner on assignment at Vertex Pharmaceuticals (“Vertex”). The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of a third- party agency partner; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third-party agency partner upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements
By applying for this position, you agree to the Atrium Terms and Conditions and you direct Atrium to share your application materials, which may include your RESUME/Resume, email address or phone number, with Vertex. For more information on how Vertex handles your personal data related to your job application, please see Vertex’s Agreeing to the Atrium Terms and Conditions, includes permission to use the email address and mobile phone number you provide during the application process or throughout the duration of your prospective or actual employment to notify you of job openings, profiles, articles, news, and other employment-related information, as well as to notify you of special promotions or additional products and services offered by us or our affiliates and partners
(collectively, “Atrium Alerts”). Atrium Alerts may be sent by email, phone, or text message. Your personal information will be safely stored within the Atrium & Vertex databases. Atrium does not sell your personal information to third parties. Text message and data rates may apply. To OPT OUT of text messaging or to modify your communication preferences for Atrium Alerts at any time, please contact Atrium at .
If you do not agree with the Atrium Terms and Conditions, you can still complete your application for this position by emailing your resume to our team at Please include the job title in the subject of your email.
No C2C or Third-Party Vendors
The Business Systems Specialist Senior will be responsible for the creation and revision, as well as review and approval of LIMS master data within the LabVantage Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) implemented at the Vertex Cell and Gene Therapy sites (Cambridge/LC1 and Providence) for the GxP LIMS system. This position will be responsible for providing end-user support for all QC, QA, Supply Chain, MFG and analytical groups as well as compliance to global Vertex internal policies and procedures. The Business Analysts will be supporting non-GxP digital system implementation activities and corporate with AD, PD and R&D groups for multiple programs such as T1D and DMD. Additionally, the Business Analyst may be tasked to participate in a global process for general or Vertex Global applicable master data creation, revision, and review.
Key Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Work with site leaders to identify, capture and update all master data for each site within VCGT (Cambridge, Providence and LC1) for GxP operations.
Work with a project team to identify, capture and update all master data for PD operations within VCGT (Cambridge, Providence and LC1)
Leads QC, QA and MFG departments in the build and/or revision, review and approval of master data, including but not limited to products, sampling plan, specifications, and methods in LIMS, per global and local LIMS procedures.
First-line support for end-user LIMS template and data entry issues.
Support in the development, implementation, enhancement of the overall process for requesting, creating/revising, and reviewing master data at the VCGT Cambridge, Providence and LC1 facilities.
Assist in the development and implementation of a site process for the scheduling and status tracking of all sites LIMS Master Data, including needs for Raw Material, Intermediate, Drug Substance and Finished Product, EM/UM and Stability testing.
Work with the site LIMS Administrator and Business Owner to maintain site and global requirements of LIMS.
Participate in the development and/or revision of VCGT Standard Operating Procedures.
Support LIMS System/Process auditing to ensure data is current.
The business analyst will support electronic notebooks such as Benchling, Dotmatics, Non-GxP digital system implementation to support CGT programs.
Corporate with training for end users to use the system.
Collect digital platform business requirements, user story and use cases, support user acceptance testing.
Act as digital platform superuser and coordinate with business subject-matter experts from different levels for business needs.
Responsible for training Jr. specialist with system knowledge and drive through technical difficulty in partnering with the technical lead.
Minimum qualifications:
Advanced degree in technology or science discipline or equivalent. Combined degrees and/or experience in fields of biology, data analysis, Statistics and data science is preferred.
Typically requires 2- 4 years relevant experience in the Life Sciences, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Familiarity with cell and gene therapy methodologies such as Cell Viability, Flow cytometry and other cell functional assays.
Knowledge of LabVantage system master data and system usage functionality, require at least 1 year experience.
Knowledge of Benchling system - general function and system navigation
Knowledge of Dotmatics system – general function and system navigation
Knowledge of Instrument Data Capture system
Knowledge of regulated systems – general level of understanding of systems validation.
Capable and comfortable multi-tasking between concurrent projects.
Experience of GxP laboratory and Manufacturing process, and non-GxP research laboratory analytical development and product processes development.
Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
Must detail oriented pay close attention and notice minor details.
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written. Knowledge of regulated systems – general level of understanding of systems validation.
Skills of Master Data management in LIMS Systems, together with Data Analysis/Data Management.
Capable and comfortable multi-tasking between concurrent projects.
Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
Pay Range:
$50-$60/hr
Requisition Disclaimer:
This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner on assignment at Vertex Pharmaceuticals (“Vertex”). The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of a third- party agency partner; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third-party agency partner upon offer. The pay rate range provided is a reasonable estimate of the anticipated compensation range for this job at the time of posting. The actual pay rate will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, location and/or being pursued and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition, this role will be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements
By applying for this position, you agree to the Atrium Terms and Conditions and you direct Atrium to share your application materials, which may include your RESUME/Resume, email address or phone number, with Vertex. For more information on how Vertex handles your personal data related to your job application, please see Vertex’s Agreeing to the Atrium Terms and Conditions, includes permission to use the email address and mobile phone number you provide during the application process or throughout the duration of your prospective or actual employment to notify you of job openings, profiles, articles, news, and other employment-related information, as well as to notify you of special promotions or additional products and services offered by us or our affiliates and partners
(collectively, “Atrium Alerts”). Atrium Alerts may be sent by email, phone, or text message. Your personal information will be safely stored within the Atrium & Vertex databases. Atrium does not sell your personal information to third parties. Text message and data rates may apply. To OPT OUT of text messaging or to modify your communication preferences for Atrium Alerts at any time, please contact Atrium at .
If you do not agree with the Atrium Terms and Conditions, you can still complete your application for this position by emailing your resume to our team at Please include the job title in the subject of your email.
No C2C or Third-Party Vendors
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