Associate Validation Analyst

Title: Assoc Validation Analyst

Division / Dept.: Information Technology

Location: Richmond, VA (Office Based)

Note: Full time, Benefits, Relocation Assistance Available

PPD is a leading global contract research organization. At PPD we are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our purpose - to improve health.

PPD Laboratories offer the most comprehensive set of laboratory services available in the industry. Our services are designed to accelerate pharmaceutical development for small molecules, biologics, and vaccines, allowing our clients to make faster decisions about their compounds.

As a Assoc Validation Analyst , you are committed to excellence and high quality results in your complex analysis of key pharmaceutical products. Beyond the office, you work as a leader with a strong sense of urgency aligned to our customers, and you are committed to delivering results.

Join PPD in our relentless pursuit of excellence - apply now!

The Associate Validation Analyst provides business/system support of software systems and/or laboratory instrumentation. Works with staff of various departments and the client to initiate and complete Performance Qualification (PQ) validation activities. Facilitates the validation process as well as implementation of system upgrades, including duties of guiding, testing, supporting the introduction, and ongoing support of software systems. Participates as a member of the Project teams where needed and helps provide direction on future enhancements to the system.

Richmond BioA Labs Overview:

https://www.ppd.com/our-solutions/ppd-laboratories/bioanalytical-lab/

PPD LinkedIn Video Landing Page:

https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/ppd-laboratories/?feedView=videos

Title: Assoc Validation Analyst

Division / Dept.: Information Technology

Location: Richmond, VA (Office Based)

Note: Full time, Benefits, Relocation Assistance Available

PPD is a leading global contract research organization. At PPD we are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our purpose - to improve health.

PPD Laboratories offer the most comprehensive set of laboratory services available in the industry. Our services are designed to accelerate pharmaceutical development for small molecules, biologics, and vaccines, allowing our clients to make faster decisions about their compounds.

As a Assoc Validation Analyst , you are committed to excellence and high quality results in your complex analysis of key pharmaceutical products. Beyond the office, you work as a leader with a strong sense of urgency aligned to our customers, and you are committed to delivering results.

Join PPD in our relentless pursuit of excellence - apply now!

The Associate Validation Analyst provides business/system support of software systems and/or laboratory instrumentation. Works with staff of various departments and the client to initiate and complete Performance Qualification (PQ) validation activities. Facilitates the validation process as well as implementation of system upgrades, including duties of guiding, testing, supporting the introduction, and ongoing support of software systems. Participates as a member of the Project teams where needed and helps provide direction on future enhancements to the system.

Richmond BioA Labs Overview:

https://www.ppd.com/our-solutions/ppd-laboratories/bioanalytical-lab/

PPD LinkedIn Video Landing Page:

https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/ppd-laboratories/?feedView=videos

Education and Experience: 4-yr degree in computer, biological or life sciences or related area, or equivalent combination of education, training and professional experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Serves as Validation Support for new releases and modifications to applications throughout the Software Development Life Cycle. Prepares Validation Plans, Test Cases and Validation Summary Reports and executes Test Cases. Reviews and approves all change controls associated with the validated systems per SOP. Reviews PQ and change control documentation with the IT Project Manager per SOP. Ensures test scripts challenge the functional requirements and adequately demonstrate that the application meets the expectations of the business customer. Updates test scripts where required based on requirement changes or upgrades in application functionality. Executes test scripts accurately to produce evidence that the computer system consistently performs its intended functions accurately and reliably proving the software functions correctly. Creates, updates, and manages data within the testing environment, sufficient to accurately test software functionality. Provides ongoing business support to users during the implementation and continued use of validated platforms, ensuring that appropriate training, support and maintenance is provided.

PPD Benefits Overview:

PPD offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, employee assistance program, wellness program options and more.

Other benefits include: 401k with matching contributions, life insurance, long term and short term disability insurance, flexible medical and dependent care spending accounts. Work life balance programs including paid time off for vacation/sick time, paid holidays, floating holiday and vacation sell back program. Wellness benefits including health and wellness programs, fitness facility access or discount, health coaching and more. Education reimbursement and tuition assistance programs, professional development training, skills training, education loan repayment plan, dependent scholarship program and more. Employee appreciation events, service recognition awards, annual reviews, merit plans and bonus plans Community connections and activities including philanthropic engagement, volunteer service projects and more Other great options including pet insurance, legal and financial services plan, auto and home insurance discounts.

Below Is Listed The Working Environment/requirements For This Role

PPD values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds Able to work in non-traditional work environments Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities

Education and Experience: 4-yr degree in computer, biological or life sciences or related area, or equivalent combination of education, training and professional experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Serves as Validation Support for new releases and modifications to applications throughout the Software Development Life Cycle. Prepares Validation Plans, Test Cases and Validation Summary Reports and executes Test Cases. Reviews and approves all change controls associated with the validated systems per SOP. Reviews PQ and change control documentation with the IT Project Manager per SOP. Ensures test scripts challenge the functional requirements and adequately demonstrate that the application meets the expectations of the business customer. Updates test scripts where required based on requirement changes or upgrades in application functionality. Executes test scripts accurately to produce evidence that the computer system consistently performs its intended functions accurately and reliably proving the software functions correctly. Creates, updates, and manages data within the testing environment, sufficient to accurately test software functionality. Provides ongoing business support to users during the implementation and continued use of validated platforms, ensuring that appropriate training, support and maintenance is provided.

PPD Benefits Overview:

PPD offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, employee assistance program, wellness program options and more.

Other benefits include: 401k with matching contributions, life insurance, long term and short term disability insurance, flexible medical and dependent care spending accounts. Work life balance programs including paid time off for vacation/sick time, paid holidays, floating holiday and vacation sell back program. Wellness benefits including health and wellness programs, fitness facility access or discount, health coaching and more. Education reimbursement and tuition assistance programs, professional development training, skills training, education loan repayment plan, dependent scholarship program and more. Employee appreciation events, service recognition awards, annual reviews, merit plans and bonus plans Community connections and activities including philanthropic engagement, volunteer service projects and more Other great options including pet insurance, legal and financial services plan, auto and home insurance discounts.

Below Is Listed The Working Environment/requirements For This Role

PPD values the health and wellbeing of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds Able to work in non-traditional work environments Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities