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We are seeking a mid-level specialist to lead and sustain GMP-compliant SDLC activities for the DataLynx platform and support future validation efforts for SEEQ. This role is critical to ensuring regulatory alignment and operational continuity across quarterly release cycles and long-term system lifecycle management.
What we look for:
Imagine getting up in the morning for a job as important as helping to save and improve lives around the world. Here you have that opportunity. You can put your empathy creativity digital mastery or scientific genius to work in collaboration with a diverse group of colleagues who pursue and bring hope to countless people who are battling some of the most challenging diseases of our time. Our team is constantly evolving so if you are among the intellectually curious join usand start making your impact today.
The Manufacturing Value Team is a strategic arm of the Digital Manufacturing Division focused on delivering digital solutions that drive operational excellence compliance and innovation across global manufacturing sites. We combine deep business process knowledge with cutting-edge technology to support factory automation data analytics and system lifecycle management. Our mission is to enable smarter faster and more compliant manufacturing through digital transformation.
Own and execute GMP SDLC deliverables for DataLynx including validation documentation testing protocols and release planning.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Quality IT Product) to ensure compliance with SDLC-SOP-09 and CSA methodology.
Support periodic validation cycles and change control processes for DataLynx and SEEQ platforms.
Maintain system documentation and configuration profiles in alignment with GMP standards.
Participate in workshops and stakeholder sessions to define validation scope and resource needs.
Contribute to SOP development and lifecycle sustainment for IT system administration and validation packages
Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering Life Sciences or related field.
35 years of experience in GMP validation SDLC execution or CSV/CSA methodologies.
Familiarity with tools such as Jira Confluence and Digital SDLC platforms
Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks (FDA EMA ICH) and risk-based validation approaches.
Excellent documentation communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Experience supporting validation efforts for manufacturing intelligence platforms.
Knowledge of SDIRA IT Supplier Management and automated compliance tools.
Prior exposure to SOP authorship and lifecycle sustainment in a GMP environment.
This is a strategic role with long-term impact on our digital manufacturing platforms. Youll be part of a high-performing team driving compliance innovation and operational excellence across global systems.
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Control Monitoring Data Analytics Data Management Digital Manufacturing Digital Transformation Documentations Global Manufacturing GMP Compliance Information Security Information Technology Operations IS Audit IT Executive Management IT Risk Assessments IT Risk Governance IT Risk Response and Reporting Knowledge of regulations and frameworks Mechatronics Operational Excellence Policy and process development Regulatory Compliance Regulatory Frameworks Stakeholder Engagement Stakeholder Management Supplier Relationship Management Technical AdvicePreferred Skills:
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