Senior Administrator III, Software Engineer - QPS, LLC

Do you want to be part of an organization that is making a difference in the lives of millions of people worldwide? If so, we want to hear from you!   

The Senior Administrator III, Software Engineer is an advanced member of the Lab and Compliance (LCM) unit within QPS, Department of Translational Medicine (TLM).

Lab and Compliance Management is a support unit within TLM that keep the laboratories and department operational. An intrinsic part of being operational is also process improvement where we will determine processes, software, platforms, and tools that can improve efficiency and productivity.

 This role is an individual contributor who will use an analytical, process-focused approach and expert knowledge of programming languages to develop and customize computer programs and ensure the software is as functional and robust as needed.

 This role requires advanced skills with programming, computerized databases, statistical data-reduction and customer service. The daily experience is multiple, extensive, parallel interactions and troubleshooting with operations staff, vendors, and clients. It requires the ability to communicate across many specialties and interests: with scientists, with database experts, and with regulatory experts.

QPS’ Story:

Since its inception, QPS has been assisting pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies with their drug development efforts by providing a full range of Neuropharmacology, DMPK, Toxicology, Bioanalysis, Translational Medicine, Early Phase Clinical and Phase II – IV Clinical Research services. To meet the needs of our clients, we strive to employ talented, caring and committed individuals who will work collaboratively towards achieving our mission of improving human health and the quality of life.

Team members enjoy challenging and rewarding work, and are encouraged achieve their best.  Underpinning the operation is a culture that values diversity, innovation, accountability, team work and a friendly atmosphere where performance is recognized and rewarded.  We provide unique company benefits, training, and advancement opportunities.  Most importantly, we value each of our team members as employees and as individuals.

If this sounds like your ideal work environment, then we would love to speak with you, so apply today! 

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The Job

• Help to analyze use cases for software tools
• Assist in software evaluation for departmental and global needs (enterprise resource planning)
• Provide recommendations for upgrades to existing systems and programs
• Design, test, customize, and develop software to meet functional user needs
• Review and assess code quality and performance
• Perform full lifecycle software development
• Assist in determining and performing implementation and release of software
• Write documentation for implementation and release of software, including SOPs, policies, and best practices
• Document and maintain software functionality
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software tools
• Comply with project plans and industry standards
• Customize and implement analytics and reporting
• Help optimize the performance of existing databases
• Perform and help optimize (Extract, Transform, and Load) ETL data engineering job functions related to design, implementation, and maintenance of data pipelines.

Work Location

• This job will be100% QPS-office/facility based

Requirements

Education / Experience 

• Combination of relevant education & experience that provides sufficient knowledge & skills to ensure incumbent’s success in this role, such as: 
  1. University/College Degree in a STEM field, as well as coursework or professional certifications in computer programming, and/or 
  2. University/College Degree in a relevant Scientific discipline, and/or
  3. Demonstrated experience in CRO, Clinical Research, or other relevant field. 
• Experience in a Regulated industry laboratory preferred 

Why You Should Apply

• Great learning opportunities, especially for those new to the field.  Our seasoned professionals are here to support and work with you to explore your learning potential and career goals.
• Structured Career Ladders that provide excellent growth based on your personal aspirations.
• Bonuses and merit increases are a part of the QPS total rewards approach and are linked to individual, team and company performance.
• Solid Benefits package, including Company-matched 401(k), and Company-sponsored Group Life/AD&D and Short and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Park-like setting in Newark, Delaware
• Internal committees designed with the needs and enjoyment of QPS employees in mind.

QPS, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  In accordance with federal, state, and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all personnel without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job applicants and present employees are evaluated solely on ability, experience, and the requirements of the job. In addition, QPS, LLC is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.