6415 - Lab IT Support Engineer / Senior Validation Engineer

Description

Verista’s 500 experts team up with the world’s most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. The nature of our business is to empower growth and innovation within the scientific community and to help researchers, organizations, and companies solve some of the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges. Verista provides innovative solutions and services that empower informed decision-making and are the result of our significant investment in our people and our capabilities.

Our ability to grow is driven by world-class people who thrive in a team environment and share our mission to enable life sciences clients to improve lives. Our talented and dedicated professionals are committed to making an impact every day.

Company Culture Guidelines Values:

We empower and support our colleagues

We commit to client success at every turn

We have the courage to do the right thing

We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged.

We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise

Lab IT Support Engineer Responsibilities:

Windows 11 Upgrade Deployment Support

Execute Windows 11 upgrades for laboratory workstations and instrument-connected systems.

Coordinate upgrade activities with instrument vendors, scientists, and laboratory stakeholders.

Work alongside vendors during onsite or remote upgrade activities.

Follow vendor-provided installation and configuration procedures for scientific software and instrument systems.

Assist with troubleshooting software, operating system, and connectivity issues that arise during upgrades.

Support post-upgrade verification activities and remain engaged to resolve technical issues identified during testing.

Document upgrade activities, issues, resolutions, and system configurations.

Laboratory IT Support

Provide technical support for scientific instruments and associated computer systems.

Support both standalone and client/server laboratory instrument environments.

Troubleshoot instrument-to-PC connectivity issues, including network, communication, and hardware-related problems.

Collaborate with scientists, laboratory staff, vendors, and IT teams to resolve technical issues.

Assist with software installation, configuration, maintenance, and upgrades for laboratory applications.

Maintain system availability and ensure laboratory users receive timely support.

Infrastructure Systems Support

Support Windows-based laboratory computing environments.

Assist with Windows Server administration and maintenance activities.

Support Active Directory integration and user access management.

Troubleshoot networking issues including DNS, ports, firewalls, and connectivity problems.

Assist with backup and recovery activities as required.

Work with enterprise IT teams to ensure laboratory systems remain compliant with organizational standards.

Vendor Stakeholder Coordination

Serve as a liaison between laboratory personnel, instrument vendors, and IT teams.

Coordinate vendor support activities and technical troubleshooting sessions.

Ensure laboratory systems remain operational throughout upgrade and support activities.

Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.

3+ years of IT support experience in laboratory, scientific, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, or research environments.

Experience supporting Windows desktop operating systems and workstation deployments.

Experience performing Windows 10 to Windows 11 upgrades and migrations.

Knowledge of Windows Server administration.

Experience with Active Directory environments.

Understanding of networking fundamentals including DNS, ports, firewalls, and connectivity troubleshooting.

Experience supporting instrument-connected computers and scientific laboratory equipment.

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience supporting laboratory instruments in biotech, pharmaceutical, or research environments.

Familiarity with client/server scientific applications and laboratory systems.

Experience working directly with instrument vendors and software providers.

Familiarity with scientific applications such as:

Unicorn

ChemDraw / ChemOffice

Similar laboratory and scientific software platforms

Experience supporting regulated laboratory environments.

Understanding of backup, recovery, and system lifecycle management practices.

Desired Technical Skills:

Windows 11 Deployment Support

Windows Server Administration

Active Directory

DNS Network Troubleshooting

Firewall Port Configuration

Scientific Instrument Support

Instrument-to-PC Connectivity

Client/Server Laboratory Systems

Vendor Coordination

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