Lab Instruments Software Validation Analyst / Technical Writers

Req ID: 342369 

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We are currently seeking a Lab Instruments Software Validation Analyst / Technical Writers to join our team in Highland Heights, Kentucky (US-KY), United States (US).

We are currently seeking a Lab Instruments Software Validation Analyst / Technical Writer to join our team in Highland Heights, KY.

We are seeking a Lab Instruments Software Validation Analyst with 6–9 years of progressive experience in the clinical research, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, accuracy, and regulatory compliance of laboratory instruments and software systems used in clinical trials.

This role requires a strong technical background in validation methodologies, regulatory compliance, and equipment qualification, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. The candidate should bring at least 3–5 years of focused, hands-on expertise in specialized validation skill areas.

Validation Planning & Execution

• Develop, review, and execute validation protocols (DQ, IQ, OQ, PQ) for laboratory instruments and computerized systems.
• Support integration, regression, and performance testing of software and equipment.
• Participate in validation execution in GxP-regulated facilities.

Documentation & Compliance

• Prepare and maintain validation life cycle documentation including URS, FRS, Risk Assessments, Traceability Matrix, SOPs, and Validation Summary Reports.
• Ensure compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, cGMP, and GAMP 5 guidelines.
• Contribute to periodic reviews and revalidation processes for laboratory systems.

Risk Management & CAPA

• Conduct risk assessments and gap analyses to identify potential issues.
• Assist in deviation investigations and support Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) implementation.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work closely with Quality Assurance, R&D, Production, and IT teams to deliver validation deliverables.
• Collaborate with hardware/software development teams on troubleshooting and debugging activities.
• Recommend process improvements and contribute to updates of SOPs and validation practices.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in laboratory instruments and software validation within a clinical, research, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology environment.
• 3+ years of specialized experience in the following areas:
  • Validation of analytical instrument systems (e.g., spectroscopy, chromatography, protein analyzers, PCR systems, sequencers).
  • Equipment qualification (DQ, IQ, OQ, PQ).
  • Regulatory compliance with FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, cGMP, GAMP 5.
  • Validation documentation authoring (Validation Plans, URS/FRS, Risk Assessments, Traceability Matrix, Validation Reports).
  • Risk management and CAPA support for validated systems.

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