Msat process & validation expert (fixed-term contract)

We manufacture and supply reliable, high-quality medicines and vaccines to meet patients’ needs and drive our performance. Our network of 37 medicines and vaccines manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion packs of medicines and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024 to help make a positive impact on the health of millions of people. Our supply chain is not just core to our operations; it’s vital to bringing our innovations to patients as quickly, efficiently and effectively as possible. Technology is transforming how we manufacture medicines and vaccines, enabling us to increase the speed, quality and scale of product supply. We need the very best minds and capability to help us on our journey to make more complex products, harnessing the power of smart manufacturing technologies including robotics, digital solutions and artificial intelligence to deliver for patients.

Job title: MSAT Process & Validation Expert

Location: Rosia, Italy

Employment type: Fixed-term (until 15 December 2026)

Closing date for applications: 14 June 2026

Position Summary

The role ensures the validation, optimization and maintenance of robust manufacturing processes, supporting new product introductions, technology transfers and the validation lifecycle. The role contributes to improving efficiency, consistency and compliance with Site, GSK and Regulatory requirements, ensuring the production of safe, effective and cost‑efficient products. The role operates by planning, executing and documenting validation, monitoring and continuous improvement activities in collaboration with Operations, Quality and Engineering functions.

The skills required for the role are highlighted through the specific training matrix assigned to each employee based on the work requirements defined by the manager.

Responsibilities

• Support process validation and support lifecycle maintenance of process to ensure manufacturing processes are capable of consistently producing high quality products.
• Support Continued Process and cleaning Verification (CPV/ CV) by monitoring critical process parameters (CPPs) and process efficiency through monitoring of manufacturing process parameters (MPPs) to control the manufacturing process on an ongoing basis and support the execution of Process Confirmations to ensure Product Control Strategy is in place.
• Execute and oversee cleaning validation activities to verify process effectiveness and prevent the risk of cross‑contamination.
• Monitor critical process parameters (CPPs) and manufacturing process parameters (MPPs) through Continued Process Verification (CPV) and Cleaning Verification (CV) activities.
• Analyze process data and trends to identify variations, propose corrective actions and drive continuous improvement projects aimed at reducing variability and optimizing yield and quality.
• Support technology transfers, equipment qualifications and Extractables & Leachables (E&L) assessments to ensure process requirements are correctly transferred and validated.
• Conduct deviation investigations and root cause analyses for process, product or cleaning issues, defining and implementing effective corrective and preventive actions, providing day‑to‑day technical operational support to production units and assisting with troubleshooting and management of process‑related non‑conformities.
• Participate in and support internal and external audits within your area of expertise, contributing to the maintenance of compliance with regulations and GSK standards.
• Take on the responsibilities associated with your role by focusing on site objectives, contribute to creating an environment of accountability by encouraging collaboration, individual commitment, and providing meaningful contributions to achieving company goals aligned with GSK culture.
• Ensure the provisions of the employer regarding Health, Safety and Environment regulations in their area of competence, in accordance with 4.Lgs. 81/2008, 152/2006 and EHS&S Corporate Standards; in particular ensuring proper use of personal protection equipment and applying the proper escalation process in case of any unforeseen risk, for the appropriate actions to be taken.

Basic Qualifications & Skills

• University degree in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technologies, Chemistry, Engineering, Biology etc).
• Experience in production processes or the pharmaceutical sector is appreciated.
• Excellent proficiency in using computer software and digital tools for the execution of production and management activities.
• Good knowledge of written and spoken English.
• Ability to work in a team, skills in promoting collaboration and resolving conflicts within the group.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Results‑oriented mindset and continuous improvement: Constant commitment to achieving business and quality objectives, with a focus on continuous process improvement and innovation to optimize activities and ensure satisfactory results aligned with company goals, proposing innovative ideas to enhance the quality and sustainability of daily operations.
• Proficient in applied statistics (process capability, control charts, DoE, MSA) and data analysis tools (e.g. JMP, Statistica, SAS, Power BI) to design/process evaluations, support process qualification, and drive risk‑based troubleshooting and optimization compliant with cGMP and ICH Q8–Q11.
• Technical writing skills for preparation of scientific reports, investigation documentation, and regulatory submissions; able to translate complex technical findings into clear, structured reports and actionable recommendations to support troubleshooting and continuous improvement.

What we offer

• Fixed‑Term contract in a very Inclusive environment
• Smart Working up to 50%
• Flexible Benefits
• Company Healthcare Plan
• Integrative pension fund
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Prevention services and vaccination clinic
• Tax assistance
• Local nursery agreement
• Postal service, laundry, shoe repair and tailoring
• On site canteens and coffee corners
• Free company bikes and shuttle

Italian Salary Range / Fascia retributiva in Italia: EUR 30,600 to EUR 51,000. The annual gross base salary range for new hires in this position is listed above for each applicable location. These ranges take into account a number of factors including the candidate’s skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. In addition, this position may offer an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in our share based long‑term incentive program which is dependent on the level of the role. More detailed information on the total benefits package will be supplied during the recruitment process. This role is available for applicants from multiple locations, and therefore salary ranges for certain locations are also shown. Salary ranges for other locations are shown because some markets have pay transparency laws that require salary information on job postings, and those locations are potential job sites for this role. If salary ranges are not displayed in the job posting for a specific location or country, the relevant compensation will be discussed during the recruitment process. Please note salaries vary by country based on the candidate’s skills, experience, education level and the market rate for the role. Offers are typically made within the advertised range based on the candidate’s skills, experience and qualifications, with the upper end generally reserved for highly experienced candidates or other exceptional circumstances aligned with these criteria. La fascia salariale della Retribuzione Annua Lorda (RAL) per i nuovi assunti in questa posizione è indicata sopra per ciascuna sede applicabile. Queste fasce tengono conto di diversi fattori, tra cui le competenze, l’esperienza, il livello di istruzione del candidato e le condizioni di mercato per il ruolo. Inoltre, questa posizione potrebbe prevedere un bonus annuale e la partecipazione al nostro programma di incentivazione a lungo termine basato sull’assegnazione azioni, in funzione del livello del ruolo. Informazioni più dettagliate sull’intero pacchetto retributivo e sui benefit saranno fornite durante il processo di selezione. Questo ruolo è aperto a candidati basati in diversi paesi; per tale motivo sono indicate le fasce retributive relative a ciascun paese. La pubblicazione di tali fasce, per altri paesi, che sono possibili sedi lavorative per questa posizione, risponde a normative locali in materia di trasparenza retributiva, che richiedono l’indicazione delle retribuzioni negli annunci di lavoro. Qualora per una specifica sede o paese non sia indicata una fascia retributiva, le relative condizioni economiche saranno discusse nel corso del processo di selezione. E’ importante considerare che le retribuzioni variano da paese a paese in base alle competenze, all’esperienza, al livello di istruzione del candidato e alle condizioni di mercato per il ruolo. Le offerte vengono generalmente formulate all’interno della fascia indicata, tenendo conto delle competenze, dell’esperienza e delle qualifiche del candidato; il limite superiore è di norma riservato a candidati con un’esperienza particolarmente consolidata o a circostanze eccezionali coerenti con tali criteri.

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.

People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.

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