LabVantage Consultant (Remote)

Key Responsibilities 1. Requirements Management & Analysis Lead requirement gathering workshops with business stakeholders (QC, R&D, manufacturing labs) Translate business needs into User Requirement Specifications (URS) and functional specifications Analyze current-state lab processes and define future-state LIMS-enabled workflows Identify process gaps, standardization opportunities, and automation use cases 2. Solution Design & Functional Alignment Collaborate with LabVantage SMEs and architects to define solution design Support integration requirement definition and prioritization (instruments, MES, SAP, CDS, etc.) Ensure alignment with LabVantage capabilities (sample management, stability, biobanking, SDMS) Participate in master data design and business rule definition 3. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication Act as primary liaison between business users, IT, and delivery teams Conduct system demos and gather stakeholder feedback for iterative refinement Drive alignment across global/site teams for harmonized LIMS processes Support change management and user adoption initiatives 4. Data & Integration Support Support master data creation, validation, and migration activities Work with integration teams on interface requirements and data mapping Ensure data integrity and consistency across LIMS and connected systems 5. Testing & Validation Support Define business scenarios for SIT/UAT and validation activities Support validation documentation aligned with GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11 compliance Assist in defect triage, resolution validation, and business sign-off Support traceability (URS-FRS-Test cases mapping) 6. Deployment & Post-Production Support Support go-live planning and site rollout activities Assist in user training and SOP alignment Provide hypercare support and continuous improvement recommendations Must-Have Skills & Experience Domain & Functional Strong experience in LIMS (LabVantage preferred) implementations Deep understanding of lab workflows (sample lifecycle, stability, batch release, ELN/LIMS integration) Experience with URS/FRS, process mapping, and business analysis artifacts Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge of GxP environments Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, and validation processes Technical Exposure Understanding of integrations (REST APIs, file-based, middleware) Exposure to instrument interfacing, SDMS, CDS integrations Basic knowledge of SQL/data structures (preferred) Nice-to-Have LabVantage certification or prior experience (v7/v8) Experience in global LIMS rollouts or multi-site harmonization Agile / DevOps delivery exposure This position is open only to visa-independent candidates and will not support visa sponsorship now or in the future. Application Accepted: 10/02/2026 The annual salary for this position is between $90,000 - $160,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans. Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off 401(k) plan and contributions Long-term/Short-term Disability Paid Parental Leave Employee Stock Purchase Plan Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable la Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our diverse backgrounds offer different perspectives and new ways of thinking. It encourages lively discussions, creativity, productivity, and helps us build better solutions for our clients. We want someone who thrives in this setting and is inspired to craft meaningful solutions through true collaboration. If you are content with ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we’d love to hear from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr Cognizant