Quality Validation Engineer II - Durham - BioAgilytix

Description

At BioAgilytix, we are passionate about premier science and the impact it has on our world. Our team of highly experienced scientists and professionals deliver tailored services for supporting new medicine breakthroughs with best-in-class bioanalytical services. We are tirelessly committed to our customers by being solution-oriented and deadline-driven. . . and we are growing. Our culture is fast-paced, fun and never boring. Because we work across numerous clients and drug modalities, your career can develop rapidly. You'll gain experience with a variety of challenges all while you enable life-changing, life-saving therapeutics to the patients who need them.
The Quality Validation Engineer II is responsible for providing quality assurance (QA) oversight of computer validations and equipment qualifications. He or she is responsible for maintaining a strong collaborative partnership with cross-functional team members that facilitates organizational success and meets business needs.
This role preferably needs to have hands-on experience in integrating AI/Machine Learning technologies in quality systems or laboratory processes under FDA regulatory requirements (e.g., 21 CFR Part 11) to support our efforts to scale and move the business forward.
Essential Responsibilities

• Quality Guidance: Provide guidance in the development and authoring of procedures and policies for computerized systems and equipment, including validations, change control, and security measures.
• Ensure that documents related to computer system and equipment validations follow GxP standards, as well as regulatory requirements such as 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, Annex 15, and GAMP.
• Author validation documentation for new and existing computer systems/equipment, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Oversee the computer system validation and equipment implementation, collaborating with various departments, consultants, and vendors to plan, implement, and complete validation/qualification projects for systems such as LIMS, ELN, and instrument or equipment software.
• Act as a core resource for collecting and documenting requirements for a risk-based validation approach, ensuring thoroughness and accuracy in documentation.
• Participate in investigations and assist in resolving issues related to validated systems, ensuring timely resolution and implementation of corrective actions.
• Perform periodic reviews of validated computer systems and equipment, reviewing findings and ensuring completion of necessary follow-up actions.
• Support quality reviews of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), policies, test protocols, and master plans for computer validation and equipment qualification, as needed.
• Maintain accurate listings of Computer System Validation Status and Equipment Master Listings, ensuring completeness and accuracy of information.
• Participate in the review and approval of change controls, deviations, and Out of Tolerances to ensure timely closure
• Perform duties with minimal management oversight, demonstrating independence, initiative, and accountability in fulfilling responsibilities.

Additional Responsibilities

• Other duties as needed

Minimum Preferred Qualifications - - Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or related discipline
• Not less than five (5) years' experience in pharmaceutical/GxP/regulated environment
• Direct hands-on experience with laboratory computer systems validation and/or equipment qualifications
• Direct hands-on experience with GxP regulations (FDA, EPA, EU, ICH, USP, ASTM and ISO)

Minimum Preferred Qualifications - - Skills:

• Knowledge of and technical competency in GAMP guidelines and evaluating systems lifecycle principles
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure and information database systems
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company procedures/policies
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment where multiple projects are in process and must be completed in a timely manner
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Versatility, flexibility, and willingness to work within changing priorities
• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Supervision Received

• Infrequent supervision and instructions
• Frequently exercises discretionary authority

Working Environment

• Primarily office
• Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in an upright and/or stationary position for more than 8 hours per day
• Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists to operate office equipment
• Frequent mobility required
• Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck
• Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including files and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 20 pounds
• Ability to access and use a variety of computer software
• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand, with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
• Frequently interacts with others to obtain or relate information to diverse groups
• Works independently with little guidance or reliance on oral or written instructions and plans work schedules to meet goals; requires multiple periods of intense concentration
• Performs a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence
• Ability to perform under stress and multi-task
• Regular and consistent attendance

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time position
• Some flexibility in hours is allowed, by the employee must be available during the "core" work hours as published in the BioAgilytix Employee Handbook
• Occasional weekend, holiday, and evening work required

BENEFITS AND OTHER PERKS
Medical Insurance (HDHP with HSA; PPO), Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (medical; dependent care), Short Term Disability | Long Term Disability Life Insurance, Paid Time Off (4 weeks per year), Parental Leave, Paid Holidays (9 scheduled; 5 floating), 401k with Employer Match, Employee Referral Program
COMMITMENT TO EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
BioAgilytix provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, service in the military, or any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.