Performing critical work that impacts our industry and our world's health while problem solving and innovating in the field - that is what we get to do every day at KCAS Bio. If that gets you excited too, then maybe working at KCAS Bio is for you.

When you work as the Lead ELN/LIMS Administrator at KCAS, you get to further our mission by serving as the primary owner and strategic lead for KCAS Bio's Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN) and Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) platforms.

While ensuring these systems effectively support regulated bioanalytical operations, data integrity, compliance, and scalability across KCAS Bio laboratories, you will partner with scientific, quality, IT, and business leadership to drive system configuration, continuous improvement, user adoption, and alignment with business and regulatory requirements.

In this roll, we will rely on you to:

• Serves as the functional and technical lead for ELN and LIMS platforms across KCAS Bio, acting as the primary subject matter expert and system owner.
• Leads the implementation, configuration, validation, enhancement, and ongoing maintenance of ELN/LIMS systems in a GxP-regulated CRO environment.
• Ensures ELN/LIMS systems meet data integrity, security, audit trail, and regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., FDA, GLP, GCP, 21 CFR Part 11).
• Partners closely with laboratory leadership, QA, IT, and scientific teams to translate laboratory workflows and business needs into system designs and configurations.
• Drives continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to streamline workflows, improve data quality, and enhance system usability.
• Oversees system validation activities, including validation planning, execution, documentation, and change control.
• Establishes and maintains system governance, including user access controls, role definitions, configuration standards, and documentation practices.
• Provides leadership for ELN/LIMS-related projects, including system upgrades, vendor coordination, and cross-functional implementations.
• Develops and delivers training for ELN/LIMS users to ensure effective adoption and consistent use across the organization.
• Acts as a key point of contact during internal audits, client audits, and regulatory inspections related to ELN/LIMS systems.
• Monitors system performance, data quality metrics, and user feedback to proactively address issues and risks.
• Collaborates with vendors and external partners to manage support, enhancements, and roadmap planning.
• Supports integration of ELN/LIMS with other enterprise systems as needed (e.g., instruments, data analysis platforms, or ERP systems).
• Supports the company brand in all interactions, serving as a positive brand ambassador for KCAS Bio.

To qualify specifically for this role, you will have:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific, technical, or related discipline required.
• Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., informatics, quality, or project management) preferred.5+ years of experience leading, administering, or supporting ELN and/or LIMS systems in a regulated laboratory environment.
• Experience working within a pharmaceutical company, CRO, biotech organization, or similarly regulated scientific environment.
• Demonstrated experience with system validation, change control, and regulatory compliance expectations.
• Strong understanding of laboratory workflows, bioanalytical operations, and data lifecycle management.
• Experience managing cross-functional projects and working with both technical and scientific stakeholders.

(Please note this is a representative summary of responsibilities, not a comprehensive or exclusive list of the duties to be performed in any position. Employees must follow instructions and perform additional duties as requested.)

WHO YOU ARE

You will thrive at KCAS Bio if you enjoy a relational environment, are purpose- and values-driven, embrace constant development and supportive leadership, and enjoy being part of innovative work.

WHAT YOU'LL GET

Our benefits include, and extend beyond, the traditional package. At KCAS Bio, you will enjoy company sponsored events like food trucks, family days and spirit days. You will grow in your career with KCAS University. You will be able to connect with like-minded employees to further KCAS Bio's approach to key areas such as wellness, inclusion, and community outreach. You will engage as an owner in our stock ownership program. You will have access to the latest technology. And you will be able to invest in the community with paid time off to volunteer.

Learn more about the Benefits at KCAS Bio

WHO WE ARE

We are a fast-growing contract research organization (CRO) headquartered in Kansas City, pioneering the latest drug development in both human and animal health fields. Demand for our expertise is growing and so is our need for great people to work in nimble, empowered teams committed to one another's growth. At KCAS Bio, we advance both great science AND great people.

Learn more about what it is like to work at KCAS Bio

KCAS Bio is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Among other things, we provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected category; we recruit qualified candidates without regard to citizenship status based on internal processes that enable us to hire the right candidates consistent with the appropriate U.S. Immigration framework; and (3) we work with and provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Anyone who needs reasonable accommodation may send an email to [email protected] or call 913-248-3000 (for TTY assistance call 711) and ask for Human Resources.

IND123

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.