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At Advanced Accelerator Applications, a Novartis company, we are committed to leading innovation in nuclear medicine and delivering the next generation of targeted radioligand therapy to cancer patients. We are looking for experienced Quality Engineering professionals to help us reach our ambitious quality and validation goals.
The QA Validation Specialist will be responsible for management of the GMP Quality Assurance oversight of Qualification, Validation, in relation to Facility Equipment, Computerized Systems, Laboratory systems in order to meet our regulatory requirements in Millburn, NJ.
Key Responsibilities:
• Represents site QA Validation SPOC (Single Point of Contact) for Facility Equipment and systems, Computerized Systems, Laboratory systems and participate on SOP authoring/review and implementation to site. Approves Validation strategy and plans for the site.
• Act as SME (Subject Matter Experts) to develop validation and qualification procedures, train and guide site personnel in validation area including guidance on audit preparations or leading investigations whenever required.
• Support establishment, review and approve maintenance plans and calibration strategy, and execution in collaboration with site Engineering function.
• Review of deviations / non-conformances and lead the strategic discussion for investigations with respect to operations or validation related matters.
• Review/approve investigation of operations in manufacturing/laboratory or other related operations. Oversee resolution of quality events, monitor that recurrent events are properly escalated and resolved. Ensure root cause is determined, evaluate impact on product quality, disposition and corrective actions.
• Review and approve changes related to facility, computerized systems, laboratory or products. Ensure proper assessment with respect to Qualification and Validation is conducted. Performs QA oversight for Validation and Qualifications activities for Manufacturing, QC studies.
• Contribute to the generation of the Annual Product Reviews.
• Serve as SME for the GMP regulatory inspections, specifically for qualification and validation matters.
• Ensure the coaching and training of the quality team and other associates within the Production and QC in qualification and validation field.
Role Requirements
Essential Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field required, MSc in Life Sciences preferred.
• 5 years of experience in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, at least 3 years combined of relevant experience in QA Validation role.
• Proven track record and practical experience in establishing and maintaining quality systems, in facility changes and validation as well as successfully managing authority inspections from major HA's.
• In-depth knowledge of cGMP's, especially FDA regulations 21 CFR Parts 11 for computerized systems
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Quality oriented with attention to details.
• Highly proactive, self-motivated, professional and dedicated.
The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $88,000 and $132,000 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors
Why Novartis: Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people's lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
You'll receive: You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations:
The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. 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 send an e-mail to tas.nacomms@novartis.com call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
Join our Novartis Network: If this role is not suitable to your experience or career goals but you wish to stay connected to hear more about Novartis and our career opportunities, join the Novartis Network here: https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network
EEO Statement
We are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.
Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations: Individuals in need of a reasonable accommodation due to a medical condition or disability for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know the nature of your request, your contact information and the job requisition number in your message:
At Advanced Accelerator Applications, a Novartis company, we are committed to leading innovation in nuclear medicine and delivering the next generation of targeted radioligand therapy to cancer patients. We are looking for experienced Quality Engineering professionals to help us reach our ambitious quality and validation goals.
The QA Validation Specialist will be responsible for management of the GMP Quality Assurance oversight of Qualification, Validation, in relation to Facility Equipment, Computerized Systems, Laboratory systems in order to meet our regulatory requirements in Millburn, NJ.
Key Responsibilities:
• Represents site QA Validation SPOC (Single Point of Contact) for Facility Equipment and systems, Computerized Systems, Laboratory systems and participate on SOP authoring/review and implementation to site. Approves Validation strategy and plans for the site.
• Act as SME (Subject Matter Experts) to develop validation and qualification procedures, train and guide site personnel in validation area including guidance on audit preparations or leading investigations whenever required.
• Support establishment, review and approve maintenance plans and calibration strategy, and execution in collaboration with site Engineering function.
• Review of deviations / non-conformances and lead the strategic discussion for investigations with respect to operations or validation related matters.
• Review/approve investigation of operations in manufacturing/laboratory or other related operations. Oversee resolution of quality events, monitor that recurrent events are properly escalated and resolved. Ensure root cause is determined, evaluate impact on product quality, disposition and corrective actions.
• Review and approve changes related to facility, computerized systems, laboratory or products. Ensure proper assessment with respect to Qualification and Validation is conducted. Performs QA oversight for Validation and Qualifications activities for Manufacturing, QC studies.
• Contribute to the generation of the Annual Product Reviews.
• Serve as SME for the GMP regulatory inspections, specifically for qualification and validation matters.
• Ensure the coaching and training of the quality team and other associates within the Production and QC in qualification and validation field.
Role Requirements
Essential Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field required, MSc in Life Sciences preferred.
• 5 years of experience in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, at least 3 years combined of relevant experience in QA Validation role.
• Proven track record and practical experience in establishing and maintaining quality systems, in facility changes and validation as well as successfully managing authority inspections from major HA's.
• In-depth knowledge of cGMP's, especially FDA regulations 21 CFR Parts 11 for computerized systems
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Quality oriented with attention to details.
• Highly proactive, self-motivated, professional and dedicated.
The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $88,000 and $132,000 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors
Why Novartis: Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people's lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
You'll receive: You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations:
The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. 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 send an e-mail to tas.nacomms@novartis.com call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
Join our Novartis Network: If this role is not suitable to your experience or career goals but you wish to stay connected to hear more about Novartis and our career opportunities, join the Novartis Network here: https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network
EEO Statement
We are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.
Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations: Individuals in need of a reasonable accommodation due to a medical condition or disability for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know the nature of your request, your contact information and the job requisition number in your message:
- Novartis: e-mail us.reasonableaccommodations@novartis.com or call +1 (877)395-2339
- Sandoz: e-mail reasonable.accommodations@sandoz.com or call: +1-609-422-4098
