Computer System Quality Validation Engineer at USWM, LLC
United States
<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;margin-top:.5pt;line-height:13.45pt;background:white;' data-pasted="true"><strong><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>SUMMARY: </span></strong><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>US WorldMeds is seeking a Computer System Validation Engineer to play a pivotal part in ensuring the compliance and efficiency of computerized systems involved in several stages of the Validation-cycle, from the upstream capturing the patient journey to the integration process as well as managing Quality Compliance of IT Systems relevant for GxP regulations. Proven end-to-end CSV experience, including planning, execution, documentation, and remediation. As a member of the Quality organization, an additional requirement is to provide Quality oversight on product, process, equipment, software, and facilities changes while ensuring the validation and qualification activities are consistent with regulations and USWM’s validation practices and procedures.</span><span style="font-size:15px;color:black;"> </span><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Familiarity with regulatory requirements around audit trails and access control is a plus.</span></p><p style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;margin-top:.5pt;line-height:13.45pt;background:white;'><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;'> </span></p><p style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;margin-top:6.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:6.0pt;margin-left:0in;'><strong><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;'>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: </span></strong></p><p style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;margin-top:6.0pt;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:6.0pt;margin-left:0in;'><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;'>The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.</span></p><div style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'><ul style="margin-bottom:0in;list-style-type: disc;"><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;"><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:black;'>Responsible for providing quality assurance support and oversight for System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) deliverables of systems and applications to support GxP operations.</span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;"><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:black;'>Collaborate with cross-functional team to define risk-based approaches for computer system validation activities and testing.</span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;"><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:black;'>Lead validation teams to a better understanding of validation best practices and applying quality principles.</span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;"><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:black;'>Reviews various GxP deliverables for conformance with SDLC baseline criteria and other internal and external regulations.</span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;"><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:black;'>Collaborate with cross-functional teams on the integration of data systems and implementation of audit trails, access controls, and data integrity strategies.</span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;"><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:black;'>Identifies and resolves issues interfering with execution of deliverables.</span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;"><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:black;'>Enforces Good Documentation Practices and ensures that SDLC deliverables are properly archived and available for internal and external regulatory inspection.</span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;"><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:black;'>Collab with Supplier Quality Management to ensure vendor compliance to regulations and standards before introducing instruments or applications into the lab and production environment.</span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;"><span style='font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:black;'>Attend meetings as quality representative and capture meeting minutes, escalating items as appropriate.</span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;"><span style="font-family:;font-size:11.0pt;">Liaise with key personnel within project teams to ensure</span><span style="font-family:Calibri;font-size:15px;"> project remains on target for key milestones.</span></li></ul></div><ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;color:#333333;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;'>Responsible for QA review and approval of all validation records and documentation (i.e. computer system validation and equipment lifecycle documentation including but not limited to URS, DQ, FAT, SAT, IQ, OQ, PQ protocols and reports).</span></li></ul><div style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'><ul style="margin-bottom:0in;list-style-type: disc;margin-left: 0in;"><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;"><span style="font-family:Calibri;font-size:15px;">Review and approve protocol discrepancies related to manufacturing process equipment, utilities, computer systems, validation, and laboratory instruments.</span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;"><span style="font-family:Calibri;font-size:15px;">Ensure GMP compliance in all areas of validation/qualification and that systems are fully validated/qualified and all documentation completed before they are released for GMP use.</span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;"><span style="font-family:Calibri;font-size:15px;">Responsible for performing change control assessments and reviewing/approving change control implementation plans for process, equipment, utilities, and computer system validation.</span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;"><span style="font-family:Calibri;font-size:15px;">Maintain inspection readiness and actively support regulatory inspections, internal or external audits and assist in the preparation of information requested by regulatory agencies or internal/external auditors.</span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;"><span style="font-family:;font-size:11.0pt;">Participate in routine plant operating meetings (CAPA, Deviation, Change Control) and serve as Quality Engineering SME.</span></li></ul></div><ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;color:black;line-height: 13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;'>Participate in efforts to identify opportunities for and to implement continuous improvement and optimization of practices related to validation.</span></li></ul><p style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;margin-left:.5in;background:white;'><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;'> </span></p><p style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;background:white;'><strong><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>QUALIFICATIONS: </span></strong></p><p style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;text-align:justify;'><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri;color:windowtext;"> </span></p><p style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;text-align:justify;'><strong><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri;">Required</span></strong></p><ul style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Bachelor’s Degree in Science or related technical field. </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Minimum of 5 years of Quality Assurance/Validation experience working with automation and/or computerized system validations in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industries. </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Must demonstrate understanding of cGMP’s, industry and regulatory guidance, and multi-national biopharmaceutical/cell therapy regulations. </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Prior experience leading or managing projects beneficial</span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Strong knowledge of global regulatory requirements for Clinical and Commercial GMP computerized systems validation, including current GAMP, ASTM-E2500, ICH guidelines and USP, 21CFR210, 21CFR211, and 21CFR11. </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Knowledge of Quality Risk Management principles and experience with performing risk assessments using a variety of tools, i.e. FMEA. </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Must be able to work well on cross-functional teams, as well as perform independently. Strong organizational skills are required and must be able to prioritize multiple tasks. </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Must possess strong verbal/written communication skills and ability to influence at all levels. </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Experience utilizing quality systems to support CSV/CSA activities (Document management, Training, Deviation management, Change Control management, and CAPA). </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Proficient skills dealing with and understanding typical laboratory, facilities and manufacturing equipment for cell therapy manufacturing with single-use technologies, closed systems, and cold chain/cryogenic technologies. </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Deep knowledge of facility/clean room design, process, equipment, automation, and validation </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Ability to think strategically and to translate strategy into actions </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Must be able to prioritize multiple tasks and ensure completion in a timely manner while working within a fast-paced environment. </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Ability to provide clear direction to team members in a highly dynamic environment </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.</span></li></ul><p style='margin:0in;font-size:16px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;text-align:justify;'><strong><span style="font-size:15px;font-family:Calibri;">Desirable</span></strong></p><ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom:0in;"><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Experience with Calibration manager databases, Electronic Lab Notebooks, Veeva, Validation Data Acquisition systems (ie Kaye, Ellab, TempTale), Building Management systems, Document Control Software, Sepax/SepaxNet, Wave Bioreactors/Unicorn Software, MODA, Pas-X, StarLIMS.</span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Experience with leading the start-up, validation, and licensure of manufacturing facilities. </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Strong knowledge and direct experience with systems and applications required for aseptic manufacturing. </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;line-height:13.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Experience working with cell and gene therapies or biologics products. </span></li></ul><p style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;'> </span></p><p style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;'><em><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;'>The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</span></em></p><p style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;background:white;'><strong><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;'> </span></strong></p><p style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;background:white;'><strong><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>PHYSICAL DEMANDS:</span></strong></p><ul style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;margin-top:6.0pt;margin-bottom:6.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Frequently required to stand</span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;margin-top:6.0pt;margin-bottom:6.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Frequently required to walk. </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;margin-top:6.0pt;margin-bottom:6.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Frequently required to sit. </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;margin-top:6.0pt;margin-bottom:6.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Frequently required to talk or hear. </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;margin-top:6.0pt;margin-bottom:6.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Occasionally required to lift light weights (less than 25 pounds) </span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;margin-top:6.0pt;margin-bottom:6.0pt;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Specific vision abilities required for this job include: close vision, color vision and ability to adjust or focus</span></li></ul><p style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;background:white;'><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;'> </span></p><p style='margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family:"Times New Roman",serif;background:white;'><strong><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>WORK ENVIRONMENT: </span></strong></p><ul style="margin-bottom:0in;margin-top:0in;" type="disc"><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>The noise level in the work environment usually is quiet.</span></li><li style="margin:0in;font-size:13px;font-family: initial;background:white;"><span style='font-size:15px;font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;color:black;'>Aseptic Gowning is a requirement when executing validation work on the floor.</span></li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
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