Validation CSV Expert GDIT R&D and Medical

Ipsen is strengthening its R&D and Medical Digital & IT organization to ensure the highest standards of compliance, quality, and audit readiness across its digital ecosystem.

We are looking for a Computer System Validation (CSV) Manager to act as the quality gatekeeper for IT systems supporting R&D activities. In this role, you will ensure that all computerized systems are fully compliant with regulatory requirements and internal quality standards, while enabling innovation and efficient delivery of digital solutions. You will work at the intersection of IT, Quality, Regulatory, and business teams , ensuring that systems are validated, audit‑ready, and aligned with global compliance frameworks.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Define and lead the CSV strategy for R&D IT systems, ensuring compliance with global regulations (GxP, FDA, etc.).
• Act as the guarantor of system validation and compliance, ensuring all systems are audit‑ready at all times.
• Oversee the full validation lifecycle (URS, FS/DS, IQ/OQ/PQ, documentation, periodic reviews).
• Ensure high‑quality validation documentation, aligned with regulatory expectations and internal standards.
• Lead audit and inspection readiness, acting as a key contact for internal and external audits.
• Support IT and project teams in embedding validation requirements into system implementations and changes.
• Manage change control processes and assess validation impacts across system evolutions.
• Collaborate closely with IT QA, Regulatory, Quality, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment and compliance.

Your profile & expertise

• 6–8 years of experience in Computer System Validation (CSV) within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks (GxP, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 11, GAMP5).
• Solid experience managing the validation lifecycle and audit/inspection processes.
• Experience working with R&D systems (e.g., Veeva, LIMS, ELN).
• Ability to combine strategic vision with hands‑on execution.
• Strong stakeholder management skills in cross‑functional and regulated environments.
• High level of rigor in documentation and compliance practices.
• Ability to communicate with regulatory authorities and audit teams.
• Strong influencing and transversal leadership skills.
• Fluent in English.

Why join Ipsen?

• A critical and high‑impact role ensuring compliance of R&D digital systems.
• Strong exposure to regulatory, quality, and IT environments.
• A strategic position at the core of innovation and compliance balance.
• A collaborative and international environment focused on patient impact and excellence.