Employer: Global Consulting Firm (on assignment to a leading Life Sciences company)
Contract Length: 12 months (extension possible)
Start Date: ASAP
Day Rate: DOE
Location: Cork, Ireland – Hybrid
About the Role
We are seeking 2 Data Validation Engineers to support system and data integrity initiatives at a leading Life Sciences company. The successful candidates will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, quality, and compliance of data across validated IT systems.
Key Responsibilities
1. Develop and execute data/system validation plans across IT platforms.
2. Validate and test systems to ensure data accuracy, integrity, and regulatory compliance (GxP, FDA, EMA).
3. Work with stakeholders to ensure validated data is fit for business-critical decision-making.
4. Manage validation deliverables using Jira, Veeva Vault, Oracle, SQL Server.
5. Contribute to data migration, data integrity, and data lifecycle projects.
6. Provide validation evidence and reports for audits/inspections.
Technical Requirements
7. Strong background in IT system/data validation.
8. Hands-on experience with SQL (Oracle/SQL Server), data queries, and reporting.
9. Familiarity with data integrity controls, data lifecycle, and data management best practices.
10. Experience with SDLC frameworks and software validation methodologies.
11. Tools knowledge: Veeva Vault, Jira, Oracle.
Soft Skills
12. Analytical, detail-oriented, and methodical problem solver.
13. Strong communication skills to explain validation results to both technical and business teams.
14. Collaborative mindset – ability to partner across IT, Quality, and Business functions.
Industry Experience
15. Previous experience in Life Sciences / Pharma / Biotech is required.