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Validation Engineer II/III

Genezen · Lexington, MA

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Level
Senior
Team
Quality
Base pay
$105k–$130k
Degree
Required
Experience asked
8+ years
Industry
Pharma & life sciences
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A senior quality role at Genezen (pharma & life sciences) in Lexington, MA.

They ask for
8+ years · degree required
Tools it names
Root cause, FDA / GMP, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ)
Base pay
$105k–$130k

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How this role compares

Against 56 other live quality postings in Massachusetts.

Base pay
In line with similar roles

Typical $97k–$131k, from 34 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
More than usual (8+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Root cause 72%
  • ✓ FDA / GMP 53%
  • ✓ Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 53%
  • ISO 13485 47%
  • FMEA 44%
  • CAPA 44%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 8+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

At a glance

Lifts up to 10 lbs

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Job summary

Genezen is hiring a Validation Engineer II/III to support validation and manufacturing operations by executing and documenting equipment, utility, facility, and process qualification activities. The role will assist in process transfers, scale-up, and process validation efforts while ensuring compliance with internal procedures, cGMPs and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

include preparing validation protocols and reports, supporting the manufacture of cGMP materials, conducting risk assessments, and developing and maintaining quality system documentation, including SOPs, technical reports, and validation records. The position works cross-functionally to ensure projects are completed on schedule and in accordance with quality and regulatory expectations.

JOB

Responsibilities

  • ◆Protocol generation, execution support, data analysis, report generation and approval for various installation, operational and performance qualification activities
  • ◆Review and approve qualification documentation on behalf of the validation department.
  • ◆Ensure performance of all qualification activities is in accordance with internal procedures, industry best practices and regulatory guidance.
  • ◆Support investigations in protocol nonconformances, deviations discrepancies, and failures. Support root-cause investigations and development of appropriate CAPAs.
  • ◆Serve as initiator and owner of validation related change controls and corrective and preventative actions.
  • ◆Author standard operating procedures related to validation practices.
  • ◆Review engineering and technical documentation, including P&IDs, equipment specifications, drawings, manuals, and functional/design specifications.
  • ◆Support commissioning and startup activities and ensure appropriate transition from commissioning to qualification
  • ◆Support the execution and generation of formal risk assessments.
  • ◆Support the generation and implementation of validation programs.
  • ◆Identify opportunities to improve validation processes, reduce execution timelines, and increase operational efficiency while maintaining compliance.
  • ◆Support audits and regulatory inspections, as needed.

Requirements

  • ✓Fully onsite position
  • ✓Adaptability required as work schedule may change based on business needs
  • ✓Criminal background check required
  • ✓Other duties as assigned

Education/certifcations/licenses

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biotechnology, Biological Sciences, or a related technical discipline.

Essential

5-8 years of validation experience

Essential

Experience working in clean room environments.

Essential

Experience with aseptic fill finish technique.

Essential

Experience with validation lifecycle management and continued process verification.

Essential

Knowledge, skills and experience

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, with demonstrated experience preparing technical documents such as protocols, reports, SOPs, and risk assessments.

Essential

Ability to work collaboratively as part of cross-functional teams maintaining effective communication with project team members to achieve project objectives including effectively reporting project activity in a clear and concise manner.

Essential

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio, with the ability to develop technical documentation, analyze data, and create process flow diagrams.

Essential

Demonstrated ability to effectively manage competing priorities, adapt to changing business needs, and meet challenging deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality, compliance, and adherence to project timelines.

Essential

Strong working knowledge of GxP regulations including 21 CFR Parts 11, 210/211, EU GMP Annex 1 and 11, data integrity guidances, ICH guidelines with the ability to assess compliance risks.

Essential

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The field of gene therapy is growing rapidly and Genezen is here to meet the exacting needs of our clients. We provide process development, produce GMP viral vectors, and provide cell transduction for gene and cell therapy clinical trials and are proud to be a part of the process that leads to new cures.

Working at genezen

Many people have worked in environments where you feel like just another nameless part of an enormous machine. Genezen is different. We want our employees to be innovative, collaborative problem solvers who are dedicated to meeting the challenges of working at a fast-growing company. We are dedicated to empowering our employees to be their best and making Genezen a rewarding place to work. Every employee contributes to the success of the company and you can be part of that team.

Work Environment

  • •Regularly sit for long periods of time

Movement

  • •Frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms
  • •Occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Lifting

  • •Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
  • •Rarely lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Vision

  • •Frequently utilize close vision and the ability to adjust focus

Communication

  • •Frequently required to communicate by talking, hearing, using telephone and e-mail

Genezen's cures value-based competencies

C ommitted to Science

We are committed to scientific excellence, staying current with industry developments, making data-driven decisions, and pursuing innovation to advance healthcare.

U rgency in action for the patients

We operate with urgency and a commitment to delivering timely treatments to patients by accelerating our partners' programs.

R esilience & Grit in operations

We are committed to overcoming challenges, learning from fai

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