Veeva Vault Clinical Validation Lead; CSV​/QEA

Veeva Vault Clinical Validation Lead (CSV / QEA)

As a Veeva Vault Clinical Validation Lead (CSV / QEA) , you will make an impact by driving compliant validation strategies and ensuring the quality and integrity of clinical systems. You will be a valued member of the clinical technology team and work collaboratively with cross‑functional stakeholders including clinical operations, quality, and IT teams.

In this role, you will:

Lead validation activities for Veeva Vault Clinical and related clinical applications, ensuring GxP compliance

Develop and execute validation strategies, including risk assessments, test planning, and protocol development

Author and review validation documentation such as validation plans, test scripts, traceability matrices, and reports

Oversee testing execution, defect management, and resolution in collaboration with cross‑functional teams

Manage change control processes, project demand prioritization, and end‑to‑end validation lifecycle for clinical systems

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 2–3 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Boston, MA.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

3–5 years of hands‑on experience with Veeva Vault Clinical

8+ years of strong experience in Computer System Validation (CSV), including validation planning, risk assessments, and test execution

Proven experience within the Life Sciences industry, with knowledge of GxP and regulatory standards

Solid understanding of Clinical Operations
, including study planning, execution, and oversight

Experience with clinical applications such as eTMF, CTMS, and other clinical trial systems

Familiarity with regulatory submissions and clinical trial documentation processes

Exposure to AI assurance or validation of AI‑driven systems

Experience estimating testing efforts and managing validation demand across projects

Strong ability to prioritize based on regulatory impact and business criticality

Experience coordinating validation activities across global or cross‑functional teams

We’re excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don’t hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and innovative ideas to this role.

The annual salary for this position is between $71,100 to $112,500, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

401(k) plan and contributions

Long‑term/Short‑term Disability

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.