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ICON plc • Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Salary: 21 CFR Pa
Role & seniority: Senior Validation Engineer (10+ years CSV, senior level)
Stack/tools: Computer System Validation (CSV) for GxP systems; knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11/Annex 11; IQ, System Testing, Regression Testing, Backup/Restore, Disaster Recovery, Data Migration, Change Control; SDLC deliverables; SOPs/WIs; training materials; audits (sponsor and external vendors)
Plan and lead validation activities for multiple complex projects (regional/global) to meet regulatory standards
Conduct GxP Risk Impact Assessments and 21 CFR Part 11 assessments; create/review SDLC deliverables; manage change control documentation
Create, review, and present training and SOPs/WIs; represent IT Validation during audits/inspections and vendor audits; maintain validated state over time
Must-have skills: 10+ years in CSV with GxP systems; strong regulatory knowledge (FDA/EMA/global); excellent communication; audit support experience; able to prioritize and meet deadlines; Bachelor’s in Computer Science or related field
Nice-to-haves: Experience with medical imaging systems; ability to generate metrics and support SDLC/validation training; prior sponsor/vendor audit experience
Location & work type: Blue Bell, PA or Raleigh, NC; office-based with remote flex (average 3 days/week)
Senior Validation Engineer - Blue Bell, PA or Raleigh, NC (Office-Based With Remote Flex) ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development We have an incredible opportunity for a Senior Validation Engineer to join ICON’s IT Validation team. The Senior Validation Engineer will plan and lead validation activities for multiple complex projects of any size, which may be regional or global in scope, ensuring the activities conducted are fully compliant with industry regulations and guidelines as required by ICON, the FDA, EMA and other globally applicable regulations. Location: Office-Based (Average of 3 days per week) Blue Bell, PA Raleigh, NC What you will be doing: Coordinate multiple validation activities with project teams, various departments, and external vendors to include: Installation Qualification (IQ); System Testing; Regression testing; Backup and Restore; Disaster Recovery; Data Migration; and upgrades introduced through change control Conduct meetings for a GxP Risk Impact Assessment (RIA) and 21 CFR Part 11/Annex11 Assessment Assist in the creation of User Requirements Specification, Functional Requirements Specification, and Technical Design Specification Create all System Delivery Life Cycle (SDLC) deliverables that are authored by Senior Validation Engineer Review all System Delivery Life Cycle (SDLC) deliverables, provide constructive feedback, and ensure that the deliverables adhere to associated Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) or Work Instructions (WIs) Create, review, and update SOPs and WIs associated with ICON’s SDLC Conduct and approve a Periodic Review of computer system validation documentation, including change control documentation, to ensure that the validated state of a system has been maintained over time Create, update, and present training material associated with all aspects of the System Delivery Life Cycle (SDLC) and regulations, such as 21 CFR Part 11, to ICON personnel Represent IT Validation during sponsor audits, inspections, and conducting external vendor audits. Focus on meeting project schedules, conduct SDLC and Validation training, and collect metrics Your profile: 10+ years of Computer System Validation experience (CSV), with GxP systems, and preferably medical imaging systems Expertise in GxP Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey ideas clearly and effectively Experience with audit support and knowledge of FDA, EMA, and global regulations Excellent time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet competing deadlines Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or relatable field #LI-TP1 #LI-Hybrid What ICON can offer you: Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family. Our benefits examples include: Various annual leave entitlements A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs. Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead. Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being. Life assurance Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others. Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers. At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here. Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles. Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply ICON is an award-winning workplace that enables you to make a difference to patients’ lives by being part of a world-class clinical research organisation that helps deliver new medicines & medical devices that are benefitting patients worldwide. You are also part of a diverse company that cares about our world and is dedicated to conducting business more sustainably and supporting the communities in which we live. If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a great environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry. Didn’t find the role you were looking for? Even if the perfect role isn’t available right now, we’re always excited to connect with talented individuals. Register to our Talent Community to receive updates on roles that align with your career goals.