Validation Technical Associate - I

Merck; Millsboro (DE); On-site; USD 31,684 - 35,817; Part time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company seeks a Validation Technical Associate - I to support validation activities in vaccine manufacturing. This entry-level role requires flexibility and offers hands-on experience with performance qualifications, contributing to compliance and operational readiness. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and practical experience in a regulated environment. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $23.00/hr to $26.00/hr depending on skills and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree holders need minimum 1+ years of experience in vaccine manufacturing.
• Associate degree holders need minimum 2+ years of experience in vaccine manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for validation activities necessary to complete Equipment PQs.
• Execute annual PQs for critical process equipment following approved validation protocols.
• Perform validation tasks with flexibility in scheduling.
• Develop understanding of new process equipment and procedures for validation.
• Support recommendations and implementation of CAPAs.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Adaptability

Technical knowledge in validation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Associate degree in relevant field with experience

Job description

Validation Technical Associate - I

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The Validation Technical Associate I will play a key role in supporting equipment validation activities within a vaccine manufacturing environment. This role provides hands‑on experience executing performance qualifications (PQs), supporting validation protocols, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, adaptable, and eager to gain technical depth in validation processes while working closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure compliance and operational readiness.

Base pay range

$23.00/hr - $26.00/hr

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for validation activities necessary to complete Equipment PQs per the annual schedule
• Execute annual PQs for critical process equipment following approved validation protocols
• Perform validation tasks with flexibility in scheduling to minimize operational impact and ensure timely completion
• Develop a thorough understanding of new process equipment and procedures as they relate to validation requirements
• Support recommendations and implementation of corrective and preventative actions (CAPAs) to reduce atypical events or validation deviations

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, biochemical engineering, biological systems engineering, biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, or integrated science
• Associate degree in the fields above is acceptable with additional experience

Experience

• Bachelor’s degree holders: minimum 1+ years of experience in vaccine manufacturing
• Associate degree holders: minimum 2+ years of experience in vaccine manufacturing

Additional Information

• Role requires flexibility to support validation activities outside standard hours as needed
• Position is focused on equipment validation within a regulated manufacturing environment

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Temporary

Job Function

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing