Systems Specialist

Systems Specialist: Drive Innovation in Bioanalytical Platforms

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Biomarker and Bioanalytical Platforms (BBP) group and make a direct impact on accelerating drug development timelines. As a Systems Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless operation of the computer systems and software that underpin our bioanalytical labs. This lab-facing position offers a unique blend of technical expertise and collaborative engagement, empowering you to work alongside scientists and enhance their analytical workflows.

Key Advantages for Candidates:

• Impactful Work: Directly contribute to delivering life-changing medicines to patients faster and with higher quality. Your technical skills will be instrumental in advancing critical research.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Gain hands-on experience with a diverse range of bioanalytical applications, including flow cytometry, proteomics, imaging, and pathology. You will also manage high-performance cloud infrastructure supporting data analytics and AI initiatives.
• Collaborative Environment: Work in a multidisciplinary team, bridging the gap between IT and scientific research. This role fosters strong partnerships with scientists, allowing you to apply your technical solutions to real-world challenges.
• Career Growth and Development: GSK is committed to creating a place where people can grow and be their best. You will have opportunities to expand your technical knowledge, engage with external experts and vendors, and stay at the forefront of technological advancements, including AI implementations.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Benefit from a competitive salary, annual bonus, excellent healthcare and wellbeing programs, pension plan membership, and a shares and savings program.
• Modern Work Practices: Embrace a hybrid working model through our Performance with Choice program, allowing you to achieve an optimal work-life balance.
• Inclusive Culture: Join an organization that values inclusion, where you will feel welcome, valued, and part of a supportive community.

Key Considerations for Your Career Path:

• Technical Expertise: A strong foundation in IT system administration is essential. This includes experience with managing, maintaining, and securing computer systems, as well as troubleshooting technical issues. Familiarity with specific bioanalytical software like Dotmatics OMIQ, OMIQ, Cytolytics, Indica Labs Halo, Prima, Cytek SpectroFlo, DNANexus, and Dragen is highly desirable.
• Lab Environment Experience: Prior experience supporting lab-facing instrumentation and associated systems in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology setting is crucial. Understanding the nuances of the lab environment, including GxP regulations, will be a significant asset.
• On-Site Presence: This role requires a regular on-site presence in Stevenage, with occasional travel to other sites. Candidates should be comfortable with this requirement.
• Security and Compliance: A thorough understanding of security protocols, access control, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and industry standards (preferably in a GxP environment) is paramount.
• Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to respond promptly to service issues, diagnose and resolve problems efficiently, and coordinate with internal and external technical support is critical for success.
• Adaptability and Learning: The field of bioanalytics is constantly evolving. A proactive attitude towards learning about new applications, engaging with experts, and embracing emerging technologies like AI will be key to your long-term success.
• Programming Background: Prior experience in programming is a noted requirement, indicating opportunities to leverage and develop scripting and automation skills.

This role is ideal for a motivated IT professional with a passion for science and a desire to make a tangible difference in the pharmaceutical industry. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career where you can utilize your technical skills to advance medical innovation, we encourage you to explore this opportunity further.