Remedica is a leading pharmaceutical company located in Cyprus with pharmaceutical products being distributed in more than 160+ countries worldwide. Originally founded in 1980, it went through various development stages. Today Remedica is specialising in the development, production, and sale of high-quality, safe, and efficacious pharmaceutical products for human use. Our pharmaceutical range consists of a product portfolio of more than 300 generic, branded generic, and over-the-counter (OTC).
Over the last few years, Remedica went through a massive transformational program from a locally recognized reputable company to a global player, respected by its distributors, partners, and clients. The investments into the factories, R&D equipment, new facilities, implementation of best-in-class software, and people development are the baselines for Remedica's success in the future.
We are looking for:
A Junior Cleaning Validation (CV) Scientist to support the execution and documentation of cleaning validation and verification activities within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The aforementioned activities ensure the effectiveness of cleaning methods for product-contact manufacturing equipment, thereby reducing the risk of product or residue cross-contamination. This position contributes to maintaining high standards of pharmaceutical product quality and patient safety by ensuring compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and regulatory standards.
As a Junior Cleaning Validation (CV) Scientist you will:
• Perform CV activities: Execute necessary CV tasks such as visual inspections and surface sampling (swab and rinse sampling) from production equipment. Analyse the samples to detect residues following established procedures and specifications. Complete all required documentation accurately and within defined timelines.
• Documentation and Report Writing: Write and review CV reports, protocols, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Ensure all documentation is accurate, complete, and complies with regulatory and cGMP requirements.
• Conduct Experiments: Design and execute experiments related to cleaning validation to assess the effectiveness of cleaning processes.
• Interdepartmental Liaison: Collaborate with departments such as Production, Research and Development (R&D), and Planning to coordinate CV related activities and to ensure a smooth workflow across teams.
• Schedule CV Activities: Monitor the production schedule to ensure timely execution of cleaning validation tasks such as surface sampling.
• Reporting and Investigation: Provide regular updates on the status of CV activities to supervisors and conduct investigations when necessary.
• Ensure Regulatory and Quality Compliance: Perform tasks and analyses in accordance with established regulatory requirements, internal quality policies, and compliance guidelines, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), cGMP and current Good Laboratory Practices (cGLP).
• Additional Duties: Perform other tasks as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
• Contribute to Patient Safety and Product Quality: Play a vital role in ensuring pharmaceutical products meet the highest standards of cleanliness and compliance, supporting the production of safe, high-quality medicines.
• Participate in Continuous Learning Opportunities: Engage in comprehensive on-the-job training to enhance your expertise in CV, regulatory compliance, cGMP standards, and pharmaceutical manufacturing practices.
What you will bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline, such as: Pharmaceutical Sciences,Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or any other related science
- Previous experience in cleaning validation or related fields will be considered as an advantage.
- Experience in analytical techniques such as High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Total Organic Carbon (TOC) testing is preferred.
- Excellent attention to detail
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good command of English language
- Excellent Computer skills
Why Join Remedica? At Remedica, we offer a competitive compensation package, including 14 salaries, a provident fund, and a range of additional benefits to support your personal and professional growth. Join our team and be part of a company that values innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
