Validation Engineer

Validation Engineer Req ID #:  87131 Location: 

Malvern, PA, US, 19355 For 70 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about. Basic Summary We are seeking a Validation Engineer for our Biologics Testing Solutions site located in Malvern, PA.

The Validation Engineer position is a member of the Validations Services department. The main function of this role is to qualify new equipment and maintain the re-qualification program of existing equipment. The Validation Engineer will be responsible for scheduling and executing all steps of the equipment qualification process and use of the Kaye Validator. This position will also provide support to Operational departments as required for the continued use and performance of cGMP laboratory equipment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Participate in validation efforts regarding the execution, development and training for PA Biologics. Maintain, coordinate and schedule vendor calibrations/ certifications of equipment and classified laboratory spaces Support optimum performance of the Validation Services group's metrology function. Author and revise qualification protocols and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree (B.A. /BS) in engineering or related discipline 2-4 years related experience in a cGMP related environment or experience involving active participation in metrology, equipment qualification and system validation efforts. Computer application skills. Ability to read and follow all company SOPs and guidelines and demonstrated knowledge of cGMP regulations. Ability to work effectively as a member of a team, interact with internal and external clients during client site audits, conducting vendor audits, and interact with all levels of employees at the site for training and team events. Ability to manage multiple priorities, problem-solve and meet deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to respond effectively to change.

About Biologics Testing Solutions

With more than 50 years of experience and proven regulatory expertise, the Charles River Biologics group can address challenging projects for biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies worldwide. Offering a variety of services such as contamination and impurity testing, protein characterization, bioassays, viral clearance studies and stability and lot release programs, we support clients throughout the biologic development cycle, from the establishment and characterization of cell banks through preclinical and clinical studies to marketed products. Whether clients need stand-alone services, a unique package of testing, or insourced support, our Biologics group can create a custom solution to suit their needs.  Each year more than 20,000 biologic testing reports are sent each and over 200 licenses products are supported by our biologics testing solutions team.

About Charles River

Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.

With over 17,000 employees within 90 facilities in 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world. And in 2019, revenue increased to $2.62 billion.

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly supported the development of ~85% of the drugs approved by the FDA in 2019.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disabled/Vet.

If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to crrecruitment_US@crl.com. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

For more information, please visit www.criver.com.

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