Senior Technical Analyst – Laboratory Data Acquisition, Infrastructure

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Czechia.

📋 Description

• Assist in the technical design of data acquisition software architecture for laboratory instruments.

• Set up and manage on-premises and AWS cloud infrastructure for software deployments in laboratories.

• Serve as the main technical liaison for operational support teams and laboratory personnel.

• Diagnose connectivity issues between laboratory instruments, software integrations, and infrastructure.

• Organize deployment efforts alongside various global MSD teams in line with migration strategies.

• Create, implement, and maintain SDLC documentation, validation records, and technical testing scripts.

• Aid in software configuration, building, validation, release management, and post-production activities.

• Engage in project meetings with both technical and business stakeholders.

• Generate IQ/OQ documentation and assist in User Acceptance Testing (UAT).

• Produce technical documentation, user manuals, and conduct training sessions.

• Oversee and coordinate small technical teams as needed.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.

• At least 3 years of experience supporting data acquisition software for laboratory instruments within pharmaceutical R&D.

• Extensive experience with chromatography data systems (CDS) managing over 50 instruments and users.

• Proficient in troubleshooting connectivity between instruments and software.

• Familiarity with laboratory workflows in both GxP and non-GxP settings.

• Practical experience with Microsoft technologies and AWS cloud services.

• Skilled in configuring infrastructure for laboratory software platforms.

• Understanding of hybrid on-premises and cloud environments.

• Experience in regulated pharmaceutical settings.

• Strong grasp of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).

• Ability to create and execute IQ, OQ, validation documentation, and test scripts.

• Experience in supporting User Acceptance Testing (UAT).

• Proven experience in leading or mentoring small technical teams.

• Excellent communication skills with both technical and business stakeholders.

• Capable of clearly articulating complex technical decisions.

• Experience in producing technical documentation and providing end-user training.

• Familiarity with Confluence, JIRA, Xray or Vera, and ServiceNow is desirable.

• Experience in supporting global laboratory operations is a plus.

• Knowledge of laboratory migration or digital transformation projects is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote working opportunities.

• Engagement on a freelance or contract basis.

• Commitment of 40 hours per week.

• Expected start date: September 2026.