STARLIMS Developer / LIMS Engineer

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JOB ID: 805577

Role: STARLIMS Developer / LIMS Engineer

Location: DHHS HQ Building - 1910 Human Services Lane, Raleigh 27607

Duration: 12+ Month

Client: State of NC (DHHS) 

 

 

JOB DESCTRIPTION:

DHHS-ITD is looking to hire STARLIMS developer with 8 to 10 years of experience in supporting various systems and technologies at the State Laboratory for Public Health.

 

The STARLIMS Developer is responsible for designing, configuring, customizing, and maintaining laboratory information management solutions built on the STARLIMS platform. This role requires hands‑on development across STARLIMS scripting languages, user interface components, backend logic, and database systems to support complex laboratory workflows and ensure efficient, compliant, and scalable system operations.

Key Responsibilities

System Development & Customization

• Develop and maintain STARLIMS logic using STARLIMS Scripting Language (SSL) for backend processes, custom algorithms, and business rules.
• Build and enhance client-side functionality using JScript.NET / JavaScript for UI behavior, calculations, and browser-side data manipulation.
• Create SQL-based data queries, stored procedures, and data extraction logic to support dashboards, data grids, and workflow automation.

User Interface Design

• Configure and enhance user interfaces using HTML5-based STARLIMS components in v11/v12 environments.
• Work with XML-based structure definitions to facilitate communication between server and client UI layers.
• Support or migrate legacy XFD runtime elements (if applicable) during modernization efforts.

Backend, Architecture, and Database Support

• Support the STARLIMS application server running on the Microsoft .NET Framework, ensuring performance, stability, and compatibility.
• Integrate and manage STARLIMS deployments backed by Microsoft SQL Server or Oracle Database.
• Troubleshoot server-side errors, environment issues, and performance bottlenecks.

Reporting & Instrument Integration

• Develop and maintain reports, labels, and barcodes using SAP Crystal Reports.
• Integrate laboratory instruments via TCP/IP and RS232 communication protocols, ensuring secure and reliable data acquisition.

Collaboration & Documentation

• Work closely with laboratory SMEs, QA, validation teams, and IT support to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Create technical documentation, functional specifications, and validation-ready configuration records.
• Support system upgrades, testing cycles, patching, and validation activities.

Preferred Qualifications