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Laboratory Validation Specialist

Astrix Technology, Rensselaer, NY, United States


Laboratory Validation Specialist

Laboratory

Rensselaer, New York, US

Added - 23/04/2026

We are seeking a Laboratory Validation Specialist to support validation and quality activities within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment with a focus on lab equipment, API manufacturing processes, and validation lifecycle support.

Location:

Rensselaer, NY

Pay:

$55-$75/hr DOE

Type:

Contract (Potential Extension/Conversion)

Key Responsibilities

Provide quality review and approval of validation activities related to equipment, systems, and process changes

Develop, execute, and review IQ, OQ, and PQ validation protocols and reports

Review and approve validation documentation, change controls, and deviation investigations

Support root cause analysis and non-conformance resolution

Ensure validated state of equipment through documentation and compliance review

Support audits, inspections, and regulatory readiness activities

Partner with QA, Engineering, and R&D on validation strategy and execution

Maintain accurate validation records and support Annual Product Reviews (APR)

Requirements

6+ years of validation, QA, or pharmaceutical/biotech manufacturing experience

Strong experience with IQ/OQ/PQ and GMP environments

Background in lab equipment validation and/or API manufacturing preferred

Experience with change control, deviations, and audits

Strong understanding of cGMP and FDA requirements

Strong documentation and communication skills

Nice to Have

Experience in API or small molecule manufacturing

Familiarity with LIMS, TrackWise, or similar quality systems

This job description is a complete list of all desired skills, but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!

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