Comp. Sys Validation Spec

Computer System Validation Specialist will work the Natera Software Engineering team to ensure appropriate software documentation is in place to support changes to Laboratory and Product software systems. Working with the QA Software Manager this position will provide value-added guidance throughout the software development lifecycle process. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Participate in software risk management activities Perform risk and/or impact assessments for Lab, Product, and Quality Management software systems Review software change requests and maintenance updates along with associated test plans, protocols, and reports Participate and/or lead computer system validation projects Draft IQ/OQ/PQ software plans, protocols, and reports Ensure validation state of software systems are maintained Act as subject matter expert for CSV compliance during internal and external audits Perform audit trail reviews Participate and/or lead cross-functional teams to investigate and resolve software nonconformities, deviations, CAPAs, and complaints. May support quality system audits as subject matter expert in computer system validation. Responsibilities are assigned based on demonstrate competency. QUALIFICATIONS BS Degree or equivalent work experience 3-5 years’ experience within a dedicated CSV or product software validation role Experienced working in a CLIA Laboratory environment and/or FDA regulated environment KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Preferred experience/knowledge with Microsoft Great Plains, Confluence, JIRA, SuccessFactors, LIMS, EDMS Extensive knowledge of QA methodologies, test planning, system dependencies, and product integration phases. CSV III: Extensive knowledge of regulatory requirements for software design and change control (lifecycle management Knowledge of regulatory requirements for non-product and product software (IEC 62304, 21 CFR Part 11, 21 CFR Part 820.30 and 820.70(i), CLIA, etc.) Strong knowledge of QA methodologies (such as root cause analy