[Hiring] Senior Validation Analyst @ICON plc

Role Description

As a Senior Validation Analyst at ICON, you will be responsible for ensuring that all systems and processes comply with regulatory standards and internal quality requirements.

What You Will Do:

• Lead on scientific operations tasks requiring technical depth, with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
• Develop and execute validation plans, protocols, and reports for software, systems, and processes to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with IT, QA, and operational teams to assess validation needs and establish best practices in validation methodologies.
• Conduct risk assessments and impact analyses to identify potential issues and recommend appropriate validation strategies.
• Document validation activities and maintain accurate records to support audits and inspections.
• Provide training and guidance to junior analysts, fostering a culture of quality and compliance within the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in validation activities within the healthcare, pharmaceutical, or clinical research sectors.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., GxP, FDA, EMA) and validation best practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and convey complex information clearly.
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 5%).

Requirements

• Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance related incentives.
• Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable.
• Retirement and pension plans.
• Life assurance and disability coverage.
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources.
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways.
• Benefits may vary depending on role and location.

Company Description

At ICON Strategic Solutions, you will work in a sponsor-dedicated model, supported by ICON’s global expertise. As the world’s largest FSP organisation, with over 90 sponsor partnerships, we offer stability, career development and a collaborative environment where your work contributes to the development of treatments that benefit patients worldwide.