Digitalisation Specialist

Digitalisation Specialist required for Life Sciences client based in Waterford. Initial 12 month contract.


Role Purpose The iLab Digitalisation Specialist will drive the local adoption and implementation of iLab (BIOVIA Workbook, Foundation Hub, Unified Laboratory Module (ULM) and CisPro) at the Waterford site. 

Responsibilities:

• Deliver the 2026-2027 Waterford roadmap for MFS and AS, from project implementation through user training and e2e transformation.
• Track tasks, timelines and milestones, and report progress to stakeholders.
• Identify roadblocks (e.g. server performance, data import, PDF reporting, equipment connectivity) and drive mitigations. Equipment management (ULM)
• Register AS equipment and MFS equipment to iLab via ULM.
• Deploy basic and complex equipment integration to the generic workbook, including Caducee integration.
• Support calibration and data transfer workflows. Sample and material management (CisPro)
• Initiate and deploy sample management and material/reagent inventory tracking for MFS and AS.
• Ensure samples, materials and equipment are linked to the Workbook to remove manual transcription. Experiment management and templates
• Work with SMEs in AS and MFS to design, build and deploy custom Workbook templates.
• Align data entry with equipment and material data, and enable raw data and Excel files to be brought into the Workbook. Collaboration and stakeholder engagement
• Act as the link between AS, MFS, local IT (ITS Digital), Global IT, the Global Digitalisation team, Metrology and HSE.
• Engage with other sites (e.g. Geel) to learn from their experience and apply best practices. Training and adoption
• Develop and deliver user training, and gather user feedback to improve the user experience.
• Champion the move from interim tools (e.g. Power Apps) to fully integrated iLab workflows.
• Qualifications and Experience Essential
• Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Engineering, or a related scientific or IT discipline.
• Experience in a laboratory environment (analytical development, QC, or manufacturing/process sciences) in a regulated pharma or biotech setting.
• Understanding of laboratory workflows: sample management, method execution, data review and reporting.
• Strong project management and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and training skills, with the ability to work across scientific and IT teams.

Requirements: 

• Able to communicate effectively across teams and different groups for the best outcomes
• Digital mindset and data-focused thinking
• Problem solving and the ability to work through roadblocks
• Collaboration across sites and functions
• Adaptability in a phased, evolving program
• Attention to detail and compliance

Please contact James Farrar today for further information email: jfarrar@careerwise.ie

CareerWise Recruitment (In Search of Excellence)Established in 1999, CareerWise Recruitment specialises in recruitment of management and technical professionals for the life sciences, ICT, engineering, food and agri sectors.We operate out of multiple locations in Ireland and have offices in Cork, Shannon, Galway, Mayo and Dublin.