(Senior) Consultant Qualification & Validation

Arcondis Group; Eschborn; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcondis Group is seeking a (Senior) Consultant Qualification & Validation to lead qualification and validation activities for equipment, utilities, facilities and processes within regulated life sciences environments in Eschborn, Germany. You will drive technical delivery, project coordination and client engagement to deliver compliant outcomes.

The role requires strong project management, risk assessment and regulatory knowledge, plus fluency in German and English and willingness to work

Qualifications

• Prerequisite: Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in Life Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• 3–5 years hands-on qualification/validation in pharma/biotech/medical tech.
• Experience leading qualification/validation for equipment, utilities, facilities and processes.
• Experience with risk-based qualification approaches and regulatory expectations (FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, ISPE GAMP 5).
• Strong knowledge of GxP, data integrity and global regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead qualification and validation activities for production equipment, utilities, facilities and cleanrooms.
• Prepare, review and approve qualification/validation documents (IQ/OQ/PQ, plans, URS, risk assessments).
• Execute testing per GxP and client requirements; document results.
• Plan and document process validation for manufacturing, labeling, packaging; analytical method validation.
• Troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, propose compliant solutions.
• Manage project timelines, resources, deliverables and client communications.
• Serve as main client contact for qualification/validation topics; lead workshops.
• Support regulatory changes and technology changes; drive change management.
• Build client relationships; identify additional business opportunities; mentor juniors.
• Advocate digital qualification and process optimization; contribute to methodologies.

Skills

Project management

Time management

Analytical thinking

Risk assessment

Problem solving

Communication

Mentoring

Adaptability

German language

English language

Mobility to travel

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in Life Sciences or Engineering

Tools

ValGenesis

Kneat Gx

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Requisition #

JP-CQV-01.1

Job Title

Contract Type

Full Time

Category

Project Services

Location

Germany - Eschborn, HE DE (Primary)

Overview

The (Senior) Consultant Qualification & Validation leads qualification and validation activities for equipment, utilities, facilities and processes within regulated life sciences environments. The role combines technical delivery, project coordination and client engagement to produce compliant, high-quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead qualification and validation activities for production and quality-control equipment, utilities and facilities, including cleanrooms and warehouses.
• Prepare, review and approve qualification and validation documentation, including plans, user requirements specifications, risk assessments, IQ/OQ/PQ protocols and reports.
• Execute and document testing in accordance with Good Documentation Practice, client requirements and applicable GxP standards.
• Plan, execute and document process validation for manufacturing, labelling and packaging, analytical method validation for QC and IPC, and cleaning validation for production lines and equipment.
• Troubleshoot qualification and validation issues, identify root causes and recommend practical, compliant solutions.
• Manage project timelines, resources, deliverables and communications.
• Act as the main client contact for qualification and validation topics and lead workshops with clients and vendors.
• Support clients with regulatory changes, new technologies and related change-management activities.
• Build client relationships, maintain client satisfaction and identify additional business opportunities.
• Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to improved methodologies, digital tools, automation, knowledge management and thought leadership.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s degree or PhD in Life Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science or a related field.

Skills

• Strong project and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple qualification and validation projects in parallel.
• Strong analytical, root-cause analysis and risk-assessment skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to recommend innovative, compliant solutions.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including leading client meetings, workshops and audit discussions.
• Ability to mentor junior colleagues and support their development.
• Adaptability, self-reflection and a continuous-improvement mindset.
• Cultural awareness and the ability to work effectively in diverse international teams.
• Flexibility and mobility to work on site at client locations.
• Very good written and spoken German and English; German is mandatory.

Experience and Knowledge

• 3 - 5years of hands‑on qualification and validation experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical technology or another life sciences environment.
• Experience leading qualification and validation activities for equipment, utilities, facilities and processes.
• Experience managing client‑facing projects and client relationships.
• Experience with risk‑based qualification and validation approaches and current expectations including FDA 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11 and ISPE GAMP 5.
• Practical experience authoring, reviewing and approving qualification and validation plans, user requirements, IQ/OQ/PQ protocols and reports.
• Strong knowledge of GxP, data integrity and global regulatory expectations, including FDA, EMA and WHO requirements.
• Experience using qualification and validation lifecycle tools such as ValGenesis or Kneat Gx.
• Experience implementing digital qualification and validation solutions or process optimisation initiatives.

Advantageous

• GAMP 5 Practitioner, Computer System Validation or similar relevant certification.