Equipment Validation Scientist

Job Title: Equipment Validation Scientist The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have. Location: Lansdale, PA Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm Hiring Method: 3 Year Contract Pay Range: $40.00 - $45.00/hr Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision Insurance + 10 Days PTO, 6 Sick Days, and all company paid holidays annually Job Description Our Bio-pharmaceutical Client is seeking an Equipment Validation Scientist to join their team in West Point, PA. This individual will be a part of the Discovery, Preclinical and Translational Medicine Operations organization and will be responsible for supporting process automation systems in clinical and non-clinical Regulated Bioanalytic, Vaccine Modernization laboratories. This position may provide direct support to lab equipment maintenance, system security, data management, obsolescence initiatives, and all SDLC and Compliance needs. They will work closely with divisional/enterprise Information teams, global infrastructure, and risk/security organizations to ensure that project deliverables and ongoing operations receive appropriate support. They will also be responsible for the successful implementation of Automation solutions, system and equipment validation, Change Control and testing documentation. The Equipment Validation Scientist will develop a suite of reporting, analytics and visualization solutions that support local clinical operations and administrative business processes; ensure automation systems are maintained in a validated state, as part of an active/ongoing lifecycle management program and in compliance with Current GXP requirements; And will be accountable for implementing system changes and conducting system investigations. They will have active and engaged participation in the routine operations support processes as well as supporting a culture of continuous improvement at the site. This will include trouble-shooting challenging equipment/automation issues to improve performance, engaging in vendor and IT support needs, responding to alarms, and implementing future AI/ML capabilities as available. They will be providing support or leading a small startup or existing production team providing technical assistance in fulfilling the automation requirements for the team and reviewing automation documents, preventive maintenance, and Standard Operating Procedures to ensure compliance with GXP Practice and corporate safety requirements. In addition, they will be developing and supporting corrective actions for investigations related to automation systems, using technical knowledge to assure the efficient operation of a variety of automated processing and operational and informational technology systems and participating in compliance audits and training programs including providing client services support for business area laboratory applications. Required Skills and Experience Laboratory Experience Lab Equipment Maintenance experience SDLC Experience GLP or GXP experience Bachelor's degree in Scientific or Engineering field Nice to Have Skills and Experience Master's Degree Automation Experience Compensation: $40.00/hr to $45.00/hr. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Healthcare benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, financial protection benefits, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options. 401k retirement account access is offered starting on the 90th day with employer matching after one year of service. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.