Principal Software Validation Subject Matter Expert leading GxP validation efforts for life sciences at ValGenesis. Ensuring compliance with FDA and global regulatory requirements in a hybrid environment.
Responsibilities
Provides strategic and technical leadership for validation of GxP computerized systems and governance of cleaning validation programs across pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.
Ensures systems are validated and maintained in compliance with FDA, EMA, and global regulatory requirements using risk-based, lifecycle-driven approaches aligned with GAMP 5 and FDA CSA guidance.
Act as the enterprise-level SME for GxP software validation and computerized system validation (CSV/CSA).
Define and govern validation strategies for enterprise, manufacturing, laboratory, and quality systems, including serialization, labeling, and track-and-trace systems.
Establish and maintain validation SOPs, templates, and standards aligned with GAMP5 and CSA principles.
Establish scientifically sound, risk-based approaches for equipment cleaning.
Lead validation approach decisions for high-risk, novel, or complex systems.
Ensure compliance with global regulations and guidance during inspections.
Mentoring validation engineers and quality professionals.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
10+ years experience in pharmaceutical GxP software validation / CSV / CSA / Cleaning Validation.
Proven experience as a lead or principal SME in in software, equipment, and cleaning validation.
Strong knowledge of FDA, EMA, and global GMP expectations.
Demonstrated success leading regulatory inspections related to computerized systems.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience with SAP S/4HANA, cloud LIMS, MES, or enterprise quality platforms.
Validation of cloud-based, SaaS, AI/ML, or cybersecurity-related systems.
Hands-on experience implementing CSA frameworks.
Experience influencing validation strategy at an enterprise or global level.
Familiarity with data integrity remediation programs.
Professional certifications (ASQ CQA, PMP, RAPS, or equivalent).
Benefits
In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, we are pleased to share the base salary range above for this full-time position. This role may also be eligible for additional incentive or bonus compensation, where applicable.
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