SUMMARY The Senior Manager, QA Computer System Validation (CSV) is responsible for QA oversight of the validation and compliance of GxP-regulated computerized systems ensuring they are implemented, maintained, and retired in accordance with global regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal procedures.
This is a full-time hybrid position (3 days a week) in our Somerville - Assembly Row, Massachusetts office.RESPONSIBILITIES - Collaborate with IT to ensure internal CSV processes and procedures are aligned to GAMP 5, 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, ICH Q9 (risk management), ICH Q10 (PQS), and FDA's Computer Software Assurance (CSA) guidance.
- Provide QA oversight for new system implementations, upgrades, integrations, cloud/SaaS solutions, and decommissioning activities.
- Approve validation deliverables (validation/assurance planning, testing strategy, traceability, UAT, periodic review, and retirement/archival plan, risk assessments, protocols, reports).
- Ensure validated systems remain in a controlled state through change management, periodic review, deviation management, and CAPA.
- Drive the shift from documentation-heavy CSV to risk-focused CSA, maximizing testing on features that impact patient safety, product quality, and data integrity.
- Own the company's Data Integrity program for computerized systems (e.g., ALCOA+, audit trails, access controls/segregation of duties, e-signatures, backup/restore, business continuity/disaster recovery, data retention and archival).
- Serve as QA reviewer/approver of deviations, CAPAs, change controls and effectiveness checks.
- Support internal/external audits and inspections.
QUALIFICATIONS - Bachelors' and/or master's degree in computer systems, engineering or related field required.
- A minimum of 7 years of experience in the industry with 5 years of direct CSV experience in GxP environment.
- Thorough knowledge and experience with change control process.
- Prior involvement in regulatory inspections with strong inspection-readiness skills.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- High attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
- Collaboration and relationship-building across functional areas.
- Hands-on experience with Veeva Vaults preferred.
Additional InformationThe pay transparency range provided below is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and long-term incentive. Actual base salary pay will be based on several factors, including but not limited to experience, skills, relevant education/qualifications, external market, internal equity, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Genetix's total rewards package also provides employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits suite to support a variety of employee needs. These benefits include comprehensive health, life and disability insurance, employer-matched 401(k) plan, lifestyle spending account, flexible time-off + paid holidays and winter holiday period, tuition reimbursement & loan repayment assistance, paid parental leave, paid onsite parking, commuter subsidy, and much more.
Pay Transparency
$170,000-$180,000 USD
