ELN Administrator

At KBI Biopharma, we are advancing science and accelerating breakthroughs. As a global leader in biopharmaceutical development and manufacturing, we empower life science companies to bring new medicines and vaccines to the world faster. Explore your potential at KBI, where innovation meets impact.

Position Summary

Join a highly technical analytical team in a dynamic work environment as a member of the Analytical, Formulation and Stability (AFS) department and participate in contracted client analytical programs for monoclonal antibodies, recombinant proteins, and peptides as an Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN) Administrator. The ELN Administrator provides end‑user support, builds, modifies, and maintains templates and other user‑managed information, conducts user training, provides basic troubleshooting, and serves as a technical lead for the ELN system.

Position Responsibilities

• Provide technical and end‑user support to ensure efficient and trouble‑free operation of the ELN system; configure, deploy, and manage IDBS ELN templates and other user‑managed information for efficient data recording and retrieval.
• Maintain a strong working relationship with internal AFS customers, other KBI site AFS departments, the ELN Product Owner, and IT to facilitate implementation of new releases, configuration updates, or addition of new features; serve as the voice of customer for AFS ELN users and lead or participate in system improvement initiatives.
• Train team members on ELN usage and best practices.
• Perform data analysis to extract meaningful insights from the ELN.
• Support client and regulatory audits as necessary.
• Develop and maintain a current understanding of FDA and EMA regulations as they pertain to computer system validation and compliance.
• React to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, pharmaceutical science, biology, chemistry, or related science/IT.
• Minimum seven years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with experience in an electronic laboratory notebook system, preferably IDBS.
• Knowledge of common analytical laboratory processes and assays and ability to distill complex procedures into standardized templates.
• Experience in a regulated environment (FDA, EPA, etc.) required.
• Advanced proficiency in electronic laboratory notebook systems, IDBS preferred.

Candidate must have

• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team to resolve issues.
• Strong decision‑making and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated level of respect for individuals.
• High level of integrity and personal responsibility.
• Strong collaboration, team‑building, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong orientation for quality and customer service.

Salary Range: $84,000 - $115,500

The salary and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and may be outside this range. KBI has a robust total rewards strategy which includes an annual bonus structure for all employees, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid PTO and holidays, a Sabbatical program, 401(k) matching with 100% vesting in 60 days, and employee recognition programs.

About KBI

KBI Biopharma, Inc., a JSR Life Sciences company, is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) providing fully integrated and accelerated drug development and biologics manufacturing services to life science companies. KBI supports its 500+ customers in advancing more than 160 drug candidates from preclinical and clinical stages to market, including the manufacture of ten commercial products. Recognized for quality manufacturing, KBI delivers robust process development and cGMP manufacturing services across its six global locations in the USA and Europe. For more information, visit

kbi is a proud EEO/AA employer dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe that innovation thrives in an environment where all voices are heard and valued. That’s why we actively seek individuals from all backgrounds – regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status – and strongly encourage all qualified candidates to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our team.

kbi biopharma, inc. is an eeo/aa employer and actively seeks to diversify its workforce. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.