Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Computer System Validation (CSV) Analyst to support validation and compliance activities for GxP computerized systems in a regulated pharmaceutical/biotechnology environment. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of GAMP 5, 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, risk-based validation, and Computer Software Assurance (CSA) principles. Responsibilities:
Lead and execute Computer System Validation (CSV) activities throughout the system lifecycle.
Develop and maintain Validation Plans, User Requirements Specifications (URS), Functional Specifications (FS), Risk Assessments, test protocols, and validation reports.
Execute and document IQ/OQ/PQ, UAT, regression, and risk-based testing as applicable.
Ensure computerized systems remain in a validated state throughout their lifecycle.
Perform GxP impact assessments, validation risk assessments, and system categorization.
Apply GAMP 5 and CSA principles to validation strategies and testing approaches.
Support 21 CFR Part 11 and EU Annex 11 compliance assessments.
Review system requirements, specifications, test scripts, and traceability matrices.
Support Change Control, Deviation, CAPA, and Periodic Review activities.
Review and assess audit trails, user access, electronic records, and electronic signatures.
Support internal audits and FDA/regulatory inspection readiness.
Collaborate with IT, Quality Assurance, Business Process Owners, System Owners, and vendors.
Identify validation gaps and develop appropriate remediation strategies.
Ensure validation documentation is accurate, complete, traceable, and inspection-ready.
Support system upgrades, implementations, migrations, and integrations.
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior CSV team members.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or a related field.
5 8+ years of experience in Computer System Validation, Quality Systems, or GxP IT environments.
Strong experience validating GxP computerized systems in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or other regulated industries.
Hands-on experience with GAMP 5, 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, and CSA.
Experience with enterprise GxP applications such as Veeva, SAP, LIMS, MES, QMS, ERP, or clinical systems is preferred.
Strong technical writing, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple validation projects and priorities in a regulated environment.
Numbers & Facts
Location
San Francisco, CA
Skills
Acceptance Testingunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Biologyunmatched
Biotech and Pharmaceuticalunmatched
Business Processesunmatched
Change Controlunmatched
Clinical Information Systemsunmatched
Code of Federal Regulationsunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Computer Scienceunmatched
Computer Skillsunmatched
Computer Softwareunmatched
Computer Systemsunmatched
Corrective and Preventative Action (CAPA) Systemsunmatched
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
FDA Requirementsunmatched
GxPunmatched
Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
Internal Auditunmatched
Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)unmatched
Medical Equipmentunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Pharmacyunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Process Validationunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Quality Assurance Methodologyunmatched
Riskunmatched
Risk Analysisunmatched
SAPunmatched
Strategic Planningunmatched
System Lifecycleunmatched
System Readiness Review (SRR)unmatched
System Validationunmatched
Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
Technical Leadershipunmatched
Technical Writingunmatched
Test Scriptsunmatched
Test Strategyunmatched
Testingunmatched
Traceabilityunmatched
Validation Documentationunmatched
Validation Planunmatched
Validation Testingunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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