Ragini gRG
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Ragini g

@raginig

Experienced Validation Associate Manager in medical engineering and pharmaceuticals.

United States

What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that fosters collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning in validation and quality assurance.

I am a dedicated Validation Associate Manager with over 10 years of experience in the medical engineering and pharmaceutical industries. My expertise lies in overseeing validation and calibration processes for equipment, utilities, and computerized systems, ensuring compliance with stringent regulatory standards such as FDA, MHRA, and EMA. I have successfully led process validation initiatives, developed risk-based validation programs, and implemented site-wide validation lifecycle strategies that have significantly improved operational efficiency.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, authoring and reviewing critical validation documentation, including Validation Master Plans and User Requirement Specifications. My commitment to quality and compliance has been evident in my role as a project lead for major validation initiatives, where I have achieved substantial cost savings and streamlined processes. I thrive in fast-paced environments and am always eager to learn and apply new concepts to enhance my contributions.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

KL
Current

Validation Associate Manager

Kavis Pharma, LLC

Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)

Oversaw site-wide validation and calibration for equipment, utilities, facilities, cleaning, and computerized systems, ensuring compliance with FDA, MHRA, EMA, and Health Canada regulations. Led process validation for scale-up batches and routine production, managed change controls, CAPAs, and investigations, and developed/executed validation plans and technical documentation. Implemented in-house

VI

Sr. Validation Specialist

Viatris

May 2019 - Aug 2023 (4 years 3 months)

Responsible for planning validation activities and managing calibration/re-qualification programs for various equipment and computerized systems. Authored, reviewed, and approved validation protocols, SOPs, and calibration test methods, collaborating with quality teams on change controls, CAPAs, and investigations. Managed cleaning validation schedules and supported deviations, also serving as int

AM

Validation /QA Consultant

Amgen

Nov 2013 - May 2015 (1 year 6 months)

Developed various documents including validation plans, protocols, annual summary reports, and SOPs for equipment and software systems, along with Part 11 assessment reports and IQ/OQ. Served as a Computer Validation SME for systems like Trackwise and Documentum, managing Change Control and CAPA programs. Authored and reviewed qualification documents for instruments and assisted in resolving inter

TI

Software QA validation consultant

TTS Solutions, Inc

May 2012 - Aug 2013 (1 year 3 months)

Analyzed business requirements and prepared validation plans, assisting in executing test plans and writing test cases using Quality Center. Supported change controls, CAPAs, and deviations via Trackwise, performing root cause analysis for corrective actions. Developed IQ, OQ, and PQ protocols and maintained Requirement Traceability Matrix (RTM).

WH

Biomedical Quality Engineer

Wockhardt Hospital

Dec 2008 - Jul 2009 (7 months)

Assisted in documenting and reviewing the Quality system to ensure compliance with hospital regulations. Trained medical staff on instrument handling and software usage. Discussed compliance handling and device reporting issues with medical professionals and staff.

TL

R&D/Quality Engineer

TransAsia biomedical Pvt. Ltd.

Jun 2007 - Jun 2008 (1 year)

Collaborated with software and hardware engineers to develop a fully automated pathological analyzer, overseeing product development from planning to execution. Conducted quality control checks, performance testing, and data analysis for critical defects. Performed risk analysis, developed software validation procedures, and maintained GMP in accordance with ISO 13485 requirements.

BA

R&D Engineer (Internship)

BARC

Jun 2006 - Jun 2007 (1 year)

Worked in a team of software and hardware engineers to scale up a 3-channel ECG design to a 12-channel ECG on a smaller integrated circuit board. Involved in designing the electrical circuit using PCB design software and successfully running the output of the electrocardiograph.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Toledo logoUT

University of Toledo

MS, Biomedical Engineering

Activities and societies: Worked as GA and RA

Pursued a Master of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering. Gained experience as a Graduate Assistant (GA) and Research Assistant (RA) during the program.

Mumbai University logoMU

Mumbai University

BS, Biomedical Engineering

Completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering. Focused on foundational engineering principles relevant to medical applications.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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