AstraZeneca

Validation Associate

AstraZeneca$69K — $90K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in science or engineering with 2-3 years of experience in a regulated industry.
  • On-site presence required in Hamilton, ON for support.
  • Familiarity with validation and qualification for sterile manufacturing in pharmaceuticals.
  • Experience generating and executing qualification protocols and validation plans.
  • Knowledge of regulatory guidelines on validation and sterile drug manufacturing.
  • Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent written, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, execute, and review Computer Systems Validations (CSV).
  • Create and review Installation, Operational, and Performance Qualification (I/O/PQ) protocols for various systems and equipment.
  • Maintain Calibration and Preventative Maintenance schedules.
  • Coordinate validation status reviews and risk assessments with stakeholders.
  • Update and maintain the Validation Master Plan and project validation plans.
  • Communicate project status, risks, and outcomes to management and related departments.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines and keep updated on changes.

Benefits

  • Annual Variable Pay Bonus/Short Term Incentive eligibility.
  • Participation in equity-based long-term incentive programs (if applicable).
  • Competitive Flex Benefits & Retirement Savings Program.
  • Four weeks of paid vacation annually.
  • Annual Personal Days.
  • Contract Benefits Program for fixed term or temporary positions.
Full Job Description
The Role:

The Validation Associate, under the guidance of the Senior Validation Lead, will participate in activities regarding facility qualification, equipment qualification, cleanroom and clean air equipment qualification, and computer systems validation. This role ensures compliance to applicable regulatory requirements and guidelines, as well as internal Fusion SOPs, while delivering to the objectives of applicable programs and strategic objectives, in alignment with both the Quality, Facilities Management and Operations Departments. This role will report to the head of QA - Validation.

Responsibilities:
  • Participate in the development, execution and review of Computer Systems Validations (CSV)
  • Participate in the development, execution, and review of Installation, Operational, Performance Qualification (I/O/PQ) protocols for Computer Systems (CSV), Facilities, Lab and Production Equipment, Cleanrooms.
  • Monitor and maintain Calibration and Preventative Maintenance schedule.
  • Coordinate with the Validation Lead, and other stakeholders to ensure validation status is maintained. This includes assessing changes to the validation status, periodic review, data integrity and risk assessments for all GxP Equipment.
  • Help update and maintain the Validation Master Plan, and validation plans for individual projects.
  • Effectively communicate on a timely basis with management and other departments to ensure clear understanding and acknowledgement of project status, risks, actions and outcomes, and to ensure roadblocks are identified early and resources are coordinated to ensure timelines are met.
  • Ensure knowledge and adherence to regulatory guidelines and updates.


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in science or engineering with 2-3 years of relevant experience in a regulated industry.
  • Must be on-site (Hamilton, ON) for support of ongoing activities.
  • Familiarity with validation and qualification requirements for sterile manufacturing in pharmaceutical environment.
  • Experience in the generation and/or execution of qualification protocols and validation plans.
  • Familiar with applicable regulatory guidance on validation, qualification, and sterile drug manufacturing.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, including team-oriented approach with ability to partner with others in fast paced, rapidly changing environment.
  • Must possess excellent written, organizational and communication skills.


Annual base salary for this position ranges from 69,312.00 to 90,972.00.
AstraZeneca is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. Our compensation policies and practices have been designed to allow colleagues to progress through the salary range over time as they progress in their role. The range provided in this posting represents an offer pay range used in a majority of situations. The base pay offered will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, and other specific business and organizational needs. In some cases, offers outside the range may also be considered to address unique circumstances.

In addition, our permanent positions offer an annual Variable Pay Bonus/Short Term Incentive opportunity as well as eligibility to participate in our equity-based long-term incentive program (if applicable to role). Benefits offered for permanent roles include a competitive Flex Benefits & Retirement Savings Program, 4 weeks' paid vacation, and annual Personal Days. Fixed Term Contract/Temporary positions (excluding students) are offered a Contract Benefits Program.

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About AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a British-Swedish multinational pharmaceutical company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of prescription drugs. The company was formed in 1999 through the merger of Astra AB and Zeneca Group plc. AstraZeneca's products are used to treat a wide range of medical conditions, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, and diabetes. The company has operations in over 100 countries and employs more than 76,000 people worldwide. AstraZeneca is committed to developing innovative medicines that improve the health and well-being of people around the world.
Learn more about AstraZeneca
Size
83,100 employees
Market Cap
$211.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
+10.2%
Revenue
$26.6 billion
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