Job Description
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a DDQ Senior Specialist (QA IT) for Capital Projects. You will be part of the global Digital and Data Quality (DDQ) team and will ensure the integrity and compliance of our manufacturing IT systems throughout the computerized system lifecycle.
Are you ready to make a significant impact on our cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Dundalk, Ireland? In this pivotal role, you will ensure high standards of IT system reliability, safety, and compliance within our state-of-the-art live virus drug substance and drug product manufacturing facility.
How You'll Make a Difference
You'll collaborate with various system and process owners to select computerized systems supporting GMP business processes.
Ensure selected technologies meet business needs and tailor projects appropriately for complexity and risk.
Provide independent quality approval for key qualification and validation documentation.
You'll ensure compliance with company standards and regulations throughout the computerized system lifecycle.
Monitor that site and above-site system owners maintain validated status through approved procedures.
You'll review processes and documentation to ensure effective compliance activities for computerized systems and data integrity.
Support regulatory inspections and audits, resolving nonconformance issues for GMP computerized systems.
You'll monitor and communicate system health and compliance metrics to stakeholders, ensuring effective operation of manufacturing systems.
What You Bring to the Team
Required
You hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or have equivalent experience.
Hands-on experience with automated systems in pharmaceutical manufacturing, IT infrastructure, or laboratory operations.
You have a strong understanding of IT system change control, data integrity, and regulatory compliance.
Knowledge of computerized system validation and compliance principles.
Adept at implementing quality systems in pharmaceutical, laboratory, or biotechnology environments.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills that enhance team goals.
Ability to integrate diverse perspectives to bolster team success.
Project management skills demonstrated by delivering quality results and adaptability to changing priorities.
Required Skills:
Capital Projects, Change Management, Communication, Computer System Validation (CSV), Data Integrity, Deviation Management, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance, Project Management, Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Management Systems (QMS), Strategic PlanningPreferred Skills:
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We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world's most challenging healthcare needs.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together.
Please don't hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition Advisor assigned to this role should you need any support during our recruitment process.
We are committed to flexible working where possible, and this is why our Company has introduced a new hybrid working model for office-based colleagues around the world.
Please feel free to speak to us about what flexibility means to you during your application.
So, if you are ready to:
Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, please apply today.
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12/10/2025*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.