Development Lead Cape Town - Cape Town Region
Watchmaker Genomics
Watchmaker Genomics is a global life science company with an R&D and Production facility in Cape Town, South Africa and head offices in Boulder, Colorado. Our team is passionate about innovation and values collaboration, creativity and scientific rigor. We believe that the intersection of biology, engineering and computer science presents exciting opportunities for developing novel technologies that promote research and improve human health. Watchmaker Genomics specializes in the design, development and production of DNA- and RNA-modifying enzymes that enable high-growth applications in genomics, molecular diagnostics and personalized medicine. Watchmaker Genomics is inviting applications for a full-time Validation Lead position to be based in Cape Town, South Africa. This position reports to the Process Development Lead and will be responsible for the coordination of validation activities across our global sites. This is a highly collaborative position that involves working closely with members of other departments such as R&D, Production, IT and Quality Assurance.nThe successful candidate will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced working environment and contribute directly to our company culture and success. The position provides an opportunity to drive validation activities to ensure we continue to deliver high-quality products to our customers . Responsibilities Validation lifecycle management: Managing the entire lifecycle of validation activities from initial planning through post-execution review and maintenance of validated status Implement and manage execution of the company validation program: Develop and implement the validation strategy Coordinate validation activities with relevant areas and external service providers Oversee validation of: Infrastructure and Utilities Cleaning Equipment Software & Computer Systems (in collaboration with IT) Processes, including Shipping Test methods Author and maintain validation procedures & documents: Author and approve validation & project plans, protocols and reports Review qualification protocols and reports of third-party service providers Provide technical expertise and training for validation activities: System risk assessments and required level of validation Identification of user requirements Project plans, protocols and reports Provide expertise related to relevant validation activities The following skills and experience are requirements for the position: Experience in planning and executing validation protocols - including process validation, computer systems validation, test method validation and/or equipment qualification Demonstrated ability to design and monitor systems using statistical methods such as Design of Experiments (DOE), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Regression Analysis, Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and Gage Repeatability & Reproducibility (Gage R&R) ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and/or cGMP industry experience in Process Development, Quality Assurance, Quality Systems, Operations, or other related field Broad technical knowledge of life science reagents, genomics, next-generation sequencing (NGS), PCR and/or recombinant protein production are all highly desirable Demonstrated scientific excellence in technical work, written communication and presenting technical information to groups with various scientific backgrounds The ability to multitask, perform consistently under pressure and work without supervision Strong interpersonal skills and an excellent ability to drive results in multi-level, cross-functional teams Excellent organisational skills and outstanding attention to detail Good communication and personal task management skills and a high level of self-motivation Ability to determine project timelines and meet deadlines Excellent written and verbal communication skills Education and Experience An MSc in molecular biology, biochemistry or BEng Hons in Engineering or a related discipline is required A minimum of 3 years in biotech or related industry is desirable, including positions with broad functional scope across research and development, technical transfers, manufacturing, quality control, and quality assurance Certification or qualification as a validation engineer, such as Certified Validation Professional (CVP) or Certified Quality Validation Engineer (CQVE) is preferred
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