Description
Temporary Computer System Validation SpecialistOn of my clients, a leading pharmaceutical company in the Dublin area, currently have an immediate opening for a Validation Specialist on a 6 month hourly rate contract.
The position requires extensive knowledge and demonstrated application of recognised Computer System Validation methods within the pharmaceutical industry.
In addition the successful candidate must be flexible to cope with changing priorities and deadlines, an excellent communicator in a cross functional environment, require minimal supervision and rapidly integrate into the team. The position will report to the Validation Manager.
Knowledge & Experience
* First degree or equivalent in a scientific/engineering discipline
* Minimum 5 Years Current Experience in Bio-Pharma Industry
* Minimum 3 Years Experience in a Validation Role (2 Years of which should be in Computer System Validation)
* Detailed knowledge and practical experience of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) approach to Computer Systems
* Detailed Knowledge and practical experience of GAMP 5, in particular categorisation and Assessment of Computer Systems.
* Demonstrated understanding and application of industry standard validation practices and documentation, i.e. IQ, OQ, PQ,Hardware Design Specifications, Software Design Specifications etc
* A thorough understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) is essential.
Key Elements of Role
* Preparation and Execution of Regulatory/Validation/Risk Assessments for Computer Systems in accordance with Company Procedures
* Execution of required validation activities where identified by risk assessment
* Preparation of documentation for Computer System Validation activities complying with company procedures and industry standard practices.
* Preparation of project plans identifying key milestones and resolving resource bottlenecks in order to achieve stated deadlines. Generation of regular status reports
* Preparation of detailed validation reports, summarising validation exercise, identifying potential problem items and recommendations for resolving such issues.
Key Skills
* Highly Literate and Numerate
* High level of competence with computer software packages i.e. MS Office Suite, particularly MS Word/Excel
* Demonstrable Technical Aptitude in the area of Computer System Validation in the Pharmaceutical Industry
* Good data analysis/presentation skills. Generation of high quality documentation to a standard that will be suitable for scrutiny by internal and external regulatory bodies..
* Excellent planning/organisational competence and strong commitment to deadlines
* Extensive verbal and written communication skills in order to be able to communicate clearly at all levels.
If you feel you would be a good fit for this position, or know of someone who would be, please apply directly to this advert or contact Derek Sheridan directly on .
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