Sr. Manager IT Quality Assurance Validation Computerization Systems

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Manager IT Quality Assurance Validation Computerization Systems Allendale, NJ Lynkx Staffing LLC specializes in placing talented professionals in the Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices IT & Human Resources disciplines in New Jersey. The Senior Manager IT Quality will be responsible for supporting the Computerized System Project Teams in the review and QA approval of system validation and infrastructure qualification documentation and protocols, in accordance with FDA regulations / guidelines, 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, GAMP5, ICH Q10 and latest industry practices. The incumbent will also be responsible for QA oversight of all GxP computerized system activities implementation projects for the company to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. The scope includes working with multi-functional teams on system implementations, problem resolution, and process improvement projects. Assist in maintaining and, where applicable, improving the effectiveness of the computer system validation and data integrity program. Will participate in the execution of highly complex and specialized projects and must be innovative and practical in project validation problem-solving.

• Provide QA oversight and assurance that all GxP computerized system implementation and validation activities are executed in accordance with internal procedures and standards and meet all regulatory requirements.
• Contribute expertise and provides guidance in 21 CFR Part 11, GAMP5, and EU GMP Annex 11 requirements and data integrity principles and requirements as well as participates in assessments.
• Develop and evaluate quality processes and system standards to ensure compliance with company standards and governmental regulatory requirements.
• Work closely and collaboratively with various business partners including Information Technology and system owners to effectively and efficiently implement new computerized systems, system upgrades, or system modifications.
• Review and QA approve various types of system validation and infrastructure qualification documentation, including but not limited to, Master Plans, User Requirements and Functional Requirements Specifications, Design Specifications, IQ, OQ, PQ, Traceability Matrix, Validation protocols and reports.
• Coordinate implementation validation / qualification strategies and serve as the subject matter expert.
• Present project status reports to management as well as project teams.
• Review Change Control requests and assess impact to validation. Support the necessary computerized system validation activities for changes.
• Perform gap analysis of validation documentation, systems and practices. Communicate identified gaps including recommending and implementing corrective actions and improvements.
• Participate in supplier site Validation Assessments / Audits and assist to troubleshoot and improve systems and processes. Review corrective actions and implementation closure evidence of observations / recommendations identified in the report.
• Support internal, client, and regulatory audits and inspections.
• Generate or review / update computer system related policies, procedures, templates, forms, etc.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and understanding of quality system requirements as they apply to computerized system in accordance with cGxP’s regulations, GAMP, industry standards, policies and procedures.
• Performs other quality system related duties as necessary.

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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.