Manager II, Enterprise Applications (R&D & GxP Systems)

About the Role

The Manager II, Enterprise Applications (R&D & GxP Systems) is a hands-on role responsible for GxP IT system owner activities across GxP applications, ensuring compliant operations in partnership with the business, Quality, and vendor partners. The role includes configuring and testing the systems, maintaining validation activities, managing system upgrades and releases, and contributing to SOPs, training, and process improvements to keep systems aligned with business needs and regulatory requirements.

Let’s talk about some of the key responsibilities of the role:

• Act as a subject matter expert and IT system owner for assigned GxP applications, including Veeva Vault platforms and other validated systems supporting Clinical, Regulatory, Quality and other regulated functions
• Support the execution of the IT roadmap and system implementations for Clinical, Regulatory and other functional teams performing requirements gathering, risk assessment, impact assessment, solution design, system configurations, testing, and validation activities.
• Perform requirement gathering, risk assessment, impact assessment of new implementations and existing systems changes
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, IT, Quality and external vendors to implement new systems and provide day-to-day operations support for assigned GxP systems
• Partner closely with Quality and external vendor partners on GxP systems operations, change management, CAPAs, periodic reviews, GxP inspection readiness, and support audits/inspections, including presenting system documentation when required
• Coordinate and support validation testing including user acceptance testing (UAT) of system changes and ensure quality production deployments
• Review and own IT activities for change control requests and provide all required documentation for GxP systems
• Assist with data management, migration, integration, and analytics across GxP systems, ensuring business needs are met
• Manage periodic reviews, upgrades and releases including release assessments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support the business stakeholders to identify and implement process improvements, enhancing system efficiency and effectiveness
• Contribute to the development, review, and maintenance of SOPs, work instructions, and policies related to GxP systems
• Ensure the assigned GxP systems remain inspection-ready, with complete, accurate, and defensible validation and compliance documentation

Factors for Success:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Quality, Regulatory, or Business, with 8+ years of relevant IT experience in the life sciences or pharmaceutical industry
• 6+ years of experience implementing and supporting GxP systems, including clinical, regulatory, quality and other GxP applications
• Solid understanding of business processes, System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and validation in a GxP-regulated setting, including strong knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11, EU Annex 11, and GxP compliance practices; familiarity with ICH GCP regulations is a strong plus
• Hands-on experience with Veeva Vault applications (e.g. RIM, CTMS, eTMF ) strongly preferred; certifications in Veeva Vault modules are a plus
• Experience working with a QMS, GxP LMS systems or other GxP systems is a plus
• Working knowledge and familiarity with statistical tools (e.g., Minitab, JMP); exposure to JReview for analytics is a plus
• Familiarity with both waterfall and Agile project management methodologies
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently, proactively identify challenges, and drive accountability
• Experience managing vendors, system integrators, and SaaS providers in both project and support contexts
• Commitment to staying current on new technologies and industry trends to ensure systems deliver optimal value

Tarsus Competencies:

• Decision Making - Demonstrates strong decision-making by applying structured analysis to complex challenges, balancing competing priorities and long-term impacts while engaging stakeholders and driving solutions aligned with organizational goals.
• Collaboration and Team Building - Promotes collaboration by aligning diverse teams around shared goals, fostering healthy debate to advance outcomes, and building strong networks that strengthen organizational effectiveness and cross-team learning.
• Outcome Driven - Demonstrates strong outcomes focus by aligning teams around shared priorities, proactively addressing risks and dependencies, and driving cross-functional accountability to sustain progress and deliver results.

A Few Other Details Worth Mentioning:

• The position will be based in our beautiful Irvine office, complete with onsite gym, pool, snacks, drinks, and occasional catered meals. We provide a hybrid work environment.
• Remote will be considered, but preference will be given to onsite/hybrid candidates
• This position reports directly to our Director, Enterprise Applications (R&D Systems)
• Some travel may be required – up to 10%

At Tarsus, we understand the importance of attracting and retaining top talent. The expected base pay range for this position is $134,200 - $188,000 plus bonus, stock equity, and comprehensive benefits. The base pay range reflects the target range for this position, but individual pay will be determined by additional factors such as job-related skills, experience and relevant education or training. Our benefits include health, dental and vision insurance benefits to ensure your well-being. We believe in work-life balance and offer generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days. For more details regarding Tarsus benefits, please visit: https://eb.alliant.com/26tarsusbenefitssnapshot.

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