Validation Manager Jobs
Validation Manager jobs are open across pharmaceuticals, medical devices, biotechnology, and manufacturing, covering specializations in process validation, computer system validation, and equipment qualification, at every level from associate to senior and director. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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You Matter to Cambrex.
Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance development and manufacturing across the entire drug lifecycle, as well as comprehensive analytical and IND enabling services.
Your Work Matters.
At Cambrex, we strive to build a culture where all colleagues have the opportunity to:
- engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve
- learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment
- strengthen connections with coworkers and the community
We’re committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast-paced and growing company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more!
Your Future Matters.
Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations. Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. Start a career where You Matter by applying today!
Job Overview
Responsibilities
Qualifications/Skills
- Strong technical knowledge of cleaning validation, cleaning verification, and validation lifecycle management in pharmaceutical or API manufacturing.
- Knowledge of cGMP requirements, quality risk management, change control, deviation, CAPA, and data integrity principles.
- Understanding of pharmaceutical or chemical equipment cleaning, sampling techniques, residue testing, analytical methods, and health-based exposure limits.
- Strong technical writing, protocol development, investigation, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional technical teams and communicate effectively with employees, leaders, customers, and regulatory inspectors.
- Strong attention to detail, sound technical judgment, and commitment to documentation quality and compliance.
Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biology, Engineering, or a related scientific or technical discipline required; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, API, chemical, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
- Minimum 3 years of direct experience with cleaning validation, process validation, equipment validation, or related validation activities, including significant cleaning validation responsibility.
- At least 2 years of experience in a leadership, supervisory, technical lead, or project lead role preferred.
- Experience authoring and executing validation protocols, reports, risk assessments, investigations, and validation strategies required.
- Experience supporting FDA, customer, or other regulatory inspections preferred.
- Experience with API or small-molecule pharmaceutical manufacturing strongly preferred.
You Matter to Cambrex.
Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance development and manufacturing across the entire drug lifecycle, as well as comprehensive analytical and IND enabling services.
Your Work Matters.
At Cambrex, we strive to build a culture where all colleagues have the opportunity to:
- engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve
- learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment
- strengthen connections with coworkers and the community
We’re committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast-paced and growing company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more!
Your Future Matters.
Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations. Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. Start a career where You Matter by applying today!
Job Overview
Responsibilities
Qualifications/Skills
- Strong technical knowledge of cleaning validation, cleaning verification, and validation lifecycle management in pharmaceutical or API manufacturing.
- Knowledge of cGMP requirements, quality risk management, change control, deviation, CAPA, and data integrity principles.
- Understanding of pharmaceutical or chemical equipment cleaning, sampling techniques, residue testing, analytical methods, and health-based exposure limits.
- Strong technical writing, protocol development, investigation, root-cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional technical teams and communicate effectively with employees, leaders, customers, and regulatory inspectors.
- Strong attention to detail, sound technical judgment, and commitment to documentation quality and compliance.
Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biology, Engineering, or a related scientific or technical discipline required; advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, API, chemical, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
- Minimum 3 years of direct experience with cleaning validation, process validation, equipment validation, or related validation activities, including significant cleaning validation responsibility.
- At least 2 years of experience in a leadership, supervisory, technical lead, or project lead role preferred.
- Experience authoring and executing validation protocols, reports, risk assessments, investigations, and validation strategies required.
- Experience supporting FDA, customer, or other regulatory inspections preferred.
- Experience with API or small-molecule pharmaceutical manufacturing strongly preferred.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in validation manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, life sciences, or a related technical discipline
- Direct experience authoring and executing IQ, OQ, and PQ validation protocols
- Proficiency with FDA regulations including 21 CFR Parts 11, 210, and 820
- Experience with computer system validation and electronic batch record systems
- Familiarity with risk assessment tools such as FMEA and risk-based approaches to validation
- Strong written communication skills for creating validation master plans and summary reports
Tips for Your Validation Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to validation protocols
Validation managers are hired on their hands-on protocol experience, so list the specific validation types you've authored and executed: IQ, OQ, PQ, CSV, and process validation. Generic quality or compliance bullets won't move you past a recruiter's first pass.
Get your certifications listed clearly
Certifications like ASQ CQE, RAPS RAC, or completion of a CSV or 21 CFR Part 11 training program signal to hiring teams that you're current. Put them in a dedicated section near the top, not buried in a job description.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists validation manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by regulatory framework
Whether you've worked in FDA-regulated environments, ISO 13485, or EU Annex 11, targeting openings that match your specific regulatory background puts you ahead of generalists. Mismatched regulatory experience is a common reason candidates are screened out early.
Prepare case studies for your interview
Validation interview panels almost always ask you to walk through a validation project from protocol generation to summary report. Prepare two or three concrete examples covering scope, deviations encountered, and how you resolved them before the first interview.
Negotiate using total scope, not just title
When evaluating an offer, ask about the size of the validation team, the number of active projects, and whether the role owns protocol authoring or only execution. Scope differences between companies with the same title can be substantial, so clarify before accepting.
Validation Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most validation managers?
The most active employers for validation managers right now are Rivian, Apple, and Tesla, and the most openings are in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pharmaceutical manufacturers and medical device companies consistently drive the highest volume of open roles.
How many validation manager jobs are remote?
About 36% of validation manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the role is predominantly on-site given the hands-on nature of equipment and process validation. Computer system validation and documentation-focused roles tend to have the highest share of remote or hybrid arrangements compared to equipment-heavy positions.
How do you become a validation manager?
Start with a technical degree in engineering, chemistry, biology, or a related field, then build direct experience executing validation protocols in a regulated industry such as pharmaceuticals or medical devices. Progress from validation engineer or specialist roles, demonstrate ownership of full validation lifecycle projects, and develop fluency in the FDA regulations and quality systems relevant to your industry before pursuing manager-level openings.
Can you get hired as a validation manager with little experience?
Candidates with limited direct validation experience can position themselves by highlighting adjacent regulated-industry work such as quality assurance, manufacturing, or engineering roles where they executed or supported validation activities. Completing a recognized CSV or validation training course, earning an entry-level quality certification, and applying for associate or junior validation manager titles are the most practical paths into the field without an extensive validation-specific history.
What does the validation manager interview process look like?
Most validation manager interviews involve an initial screen with HR or a recruiter, followed by a technical panel with quality or engineering leadership where you walk through past validation projects in detail. Expect questions on protocol authoring, deviation handling, regulatory inspections, and how you prioritize a validation backlog. Some companies add a written exercise or ask you to review a sample protocol and identify gaps before or during the technical round.
Where can I find and apply to validation manager jobs?
You can find and apply to validation manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your regulatory background, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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