Title: Validation ManagerCompany: Ipsen Manufacturing Ireland LtdAbout Ipsen:Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!For more information, visit us at and follow our latest news on and .Job Description:Ipsen in Ireland is represented by a dynamic state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, creating API for our key products.Due to an internal promotion, we now have an exciting opportunity for a Validation Manager to join our Quality team based in Dublin.The Validation Manager will ensure qualification and validation of equipment, facilities, utilities, automated systems, processes and process cleaning procedures are carried out in accordance with IMIL procedures and policies, cGMP and relevant guidelines. They will challenge the baseline activity and drive improvement, with a strong CSV and digital knowledge.The role will also include:Site subject matter expert on Computer System Validation, Cleaning Validation, Process Validation, Equipment Validation, Data Integrity and Facility Qualification.Lead the preparation, review and approval of the site validation master planDevelop Validation Plans to support Site Master PlanLead the validation effort for all Strategic Projects on sitePreparation, review and approval of qualification and/or validation documentation.Review and approval of third party generated protocols and reportsReview, execution and approval of site acceptance testing (commissioning) activitiesManagement of Validation deviationsParticipate in change control activitiesChair, schedule and minute validation meetings and participate in meetings when requiredPreparation, review and approval of standard operating procedures and policiesPerform periodic reviews of systems to maintain validation statusComply with all IMIL procedures including safety proceduresEngage in additional activities as deemed necessary by the Director of QualityTo assist colleagues, where necessary, and where qualified, to train other personnel in validation procedures and approachesTo assist or carry out investigations and recommend where applicable the most appropriate course of actionTo participate in Root Cause Analysis as required on siteTo enhance the quality of the qualification and validation approach on siteTo participate in site strategic management of projectsTo deliver on validation timelines relating to Strategic Projects on siteResponsible for the adherence to our Site Safety CultureTo be considered for this role, you will have a BSc in Science/Engineering. At least 5 years in a Senior Validation Role or Senior Quality/Engineering Role within the Pharmaceutical Industry or equivalent.If you are looking for your next challenge then don’t wait, apply today, we’d love to hear from you!IPSEN is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications, individuals are encouraged to apply regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
