33472 - Validation Lead

Orion Group Life Sciences are looking for a Validation Lead on behalf of our Multinational Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology client located in Dublin. Initial 12-month contract, with possibility of extension. This role is fully onsite.

What will you do

Validation lead for a large-scale Fill Finish Project in the Pharmaceutical Industry. Lead a team of Validation engineers to ensure the Validation activities associated with a large fill finish project are completed safely, as per schedule and in compliance with GMP and Quality Requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and Supervises all Validation activities.
• Approves Validation planning documents detailing overall strategy for the project.
• Develops and approves the master list of Validation test documents and activities.
• Reviews and Approves all C&Q summary reports and Validation Summary reports.
• Ensures the Validation schedule is developed and maintained.
• Ensures all Validation Engineers who perform Validation activities have relevant training assigned.
• Pre-Approval and Post approval of Validation test documents.
• Manages Validation coordination meetings.
• Responsible for Overall Tracking and Reporting of Validation status and risks/issues.
• Assist in the development of User Requirement Specifications (URS's) and Quality Risk Assessment for Equipment and Automated Systems (QRAES).

Requirements and Skills:

• BS degree with 7+ years of experience in Validation, Engineering, Microbiology or Quality.
• Extensive knowledge and demonstrated experience managing Validation activities for Pharmaceutical / Biotechnology projects.
• Experience of sterile / biotech equipment within the pharmaceutical industry is preferred.
• Demonstrated strong Communication and Leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with senior stakeholders to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Strong understanding of a risk-based approach to commissioning, qualification and validation within the biotechnology industry.
• In-depth understanding and application of validation principles, concepts, practices, and standards.
• In-depth knowledge with cGxP as well as regulatory regulations and compliance requirements for Biologics Drug Product manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of sterilization/decontamination systems and industry practices.
• Experience with AVS (Airflow Visualization) Studies.
• Experience of aseptic processing.
• People management skills

If you would like to have a confidential conversation regarding this opportunity please reach out to Tim Browaeys, tim.browaeys@orioneng.com or contact Tim on 0044 7593448607

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