The posting
Senior CSV / Validation Lead (GMP Data Platforms) #
(m/f/d)
Freelance/temporary employment for a project
Basel
Start date: asap
Reference number: 898103/1
Responsibilities ###
- Lead the end-to-end CSV and C&Q strategy for a complex GMP-regulated data environment
- Define validation approaches, GxP boundaries and system classifications across interconnected IT and OT systems
- Coordinate qualification and validation activities across Business, Engineering, Automation, IT/OT and Quality teams
- Ensure complete requirements traceability, testing, validation evidence and release readiness
- Establish risk-based validation methodologies aligned with GMP and Data Integrity requirements
- Drive validation governance, supplier assurance and quality review readiness
- Assess data integrity, ALCOA+ compliance, auditability and traceability across integrated systems
- Develop reusable validation frameworks and standards for future site deployments
- Facilitate risk assessments and validation decisions across multiple stakeholder groups
- Ensure validated-state maintenance throughout the solution lifecycle
Profile ###
- Bachelor-s or Master-s degree in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, Information Technology, Life Sciences or a related discipline
- Extensive experience in Computer System Validation (CSV) and Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q)
- Strong GMP and Quality Systems knowledge within pharmaceutical or biotechnology environments
- Experience validating integrated IT, OT and automation systems
- Strong understanding of risk-based validation methodologies and GxP requirements
- Experience with data platforms, system integrations, interfaces and operational applications
- Knowledge of Data Integrity principles including ALCOA+, audit trails and data lineage
- Proven experience with requirements management, traceability, testing and validation documentation
- Ability to coordinate complex programs involving multiple stakeholders and suppliers
- Excellent communication skills and business-fluent English
Benefits ###
- Join a strategic digital transformation program with high visibility and business impact
- Work on innovative data platforms and next-generation manufacturing technologies
- Collaborate with global cross-functional teams across Business, Quality, Engineering, Automation and IT
- Influence validation standards and deployment models for future global rollouts
- Take ownership of a highly visible leadership role within a regulated environment
- Shape scalable validation frameworks that support long-term growth and expansion
- Gain exposure to complex IT, OT, automation and data ecosystems
- Work in an international environment focused on innovation, compliance and operational excellence



