Senior Quality Assurance Validation Specialist
BioSpace · East Greenbush, NY · 4 wk ago
Quality Assurance$67k–$129k/yrFull-time
At Regeneron, we use science and innovation to develop life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases. Join our Quality Assurance team as a Senior QA Validation Specialist and contribute to a fast-growing, science-driven organization making a meaningful difference to patients worldwide.
About the role
You will validate/qualify equipment, systems, and processes in accordance with regulatory requirements and support, follow, and implement company manufacturing standards, policies, and procedures.
Responsibilities
- Generates, executes, and/or reviews master and completed qualification and validation protocols, summary reports, and associated data for conformance to regulations, SOPs, specifications, and other applicable acceptance criteria
- Analyzes the results of testing and determines the acceptability of results against pre-determined criteria
- Investigates and troubleshoots problems which occur and determines solutions or recommendations for changes and/or improvements
- Reviews, edits, and approves deviation notifications, deviation investigations, and corrective actions
- Reviews, edits, and approves change controls, SOPs, reports, and other documentation
- Coordinates with other departments or outside contractors/vendors to complete validation tasks
- Executes real-world and simulated transport studies, including gross-damage visual inspections, pallet configuration assessments, and qualification of secondary and tertiary packaging materials
- Conducts temperature mapping for controlled environments and distribution lanes
- Programs and deploys instrumentation to capture vibration and shock profiles; analyzes data to inform packaging design and handling recommendations
- Programs humidity and pressure sensors and interprets datasets to support test plans and root-cause analysis
- Applies ASTM and/or ISTA standards to cold-chain shipping design, testing, and qualification
- Performs small-parcel and palletized-load qualifications, including test planning, execution, and reporting
Gowning and Environment
- Full cleanroom attire (e.g., laundered undergarments, gown, facemask, hairnet, safety glasses, safety shoes and booties, latex gloves, and use of sanitizing agents such as IPA during gowning)
- Ability to remove jewelry, make-up, and nail adornments when wearing cleanroom attire
Requirements
- B.S. in life sciences or related field; proven experience may substitute for education requirement
- QA Validation Specialist: 4+ years of experience
- Sr. QA Validation Specialist: 6+ years of experience
- Level will be determined based on experience
Benefits
- Student loan paydown program & tuition reimbursement
- Family care benefits
- Relocation assistance
- Inclusion, culture, and well-being programs (including physical & mental health)
- Competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, which may include:
- Annual bonuses or other incentive plans
- Equity awards
- Pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match
- Health and wellness programs, fitness centers
- Insurance benefits (e.g., medical, dental, vision, life, and disability)
- Paid time off
- Family support benefits
Pay
Salary Range (annually): $67,400.00 - $128,700.00
Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm