Validation Engineer

• With direct supervision, candidate is responsible for support and execution of QC laboratory equipment qualification activities while in full compliance with current cGMP regulations and Roche/Genentech corporate principals, quality policies, standards, and core values. Maintains company s right to operate, supply to patients, and cost effectiveness by actively participating in continuous improvement projects.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Perform qualification of laboratory equipment in accordance with EQ policies, plans and procedures.
• Coordinate with laboratory personnel to define qualification requirements.
• Author, review and execute equipment qualification protocols.
• Coordinate equipment qualification activities with vendors and other support groups.
• Identify business, quality, and compliance gaps.
• Perform any other tasks as requested by Senior Management to support QC laboratory operations.

Education & Experience:

• BS/BA degree (preferably in relevant scientific discipline)
• Experience (may vary depending on site size/scope)
• Experience in the pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical industry or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of cGMP or equivalent regulations.
• Minimum of two years experience in Validation or equipment qualification is desired.
• Ability to make sound decisions about scheduling and managing of priorities.
• Flexibility in problem solving, providing direction and work hours to meet business objectives.
• Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels
• Capable of building trustful and effective relationships
• Able to think strategically and translate strategies into actionable plans