Pharma · Biotech · Medical Device · Healthcare

People. Strategy. Solutions. Simplified.

Finding exceptional talent shouldn't be a hurdle. We combine global reach with local expertise to deliver seamless staffing and tech transformation. Our mission is to advance global health through integrated solutions for the pharmaceutical, biotech, and med-tech sectors - accelerating the journey from lab to life.

Let's build the future of your workforce, together.

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80%+
Engagements from repeat business and referrals
20+
Years serving regulated life-science industries
3
Offices: USA · Canada · India
Our Services

Quality, Validation, Regulatory, Clinical.

Do you have the experts you need?

With more than three decades of Life Sciences & Healthcare recruiting expertise, our seasoned team understands the industry and the people driving innovation, allowing us to deliver precise, thoughtful matches for both clients and candidates.

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01

Validation

Consultation, staff augmentation, computer system validation, process validation, equipment qualification, cleaning validation, master planning, protocol development & execution.

02

Compliance & Quality Systems

Consultation, regulatory gap analysis, program development, GMP/QSR, FDA readiness audits, planning, implementation & training.

03

Clinical Study Compliance

GLP & GCP compliance assessments, clinical investigator, sponsor, monitor, central study file, database & data management, IRB support.

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Technical Services

Validation projects and staffing, clinical-systems risk assessment, validation project management, IQ/OQ/PQ protocols, 21 CFR Part 11, test-script execution, SOP development, training programs.

05

Healthcare

We are a strategic healthcare staffing partner focused on delivering measurable outcomes. We combine deep domain expertise, data-driven recruitment strategies, and strong talent networks to help organizations build high-performing healthcare teams.

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Staffing Solutions

We offer a range of staffing services to meet the diverse needs of the life-sciences industry - fractional executives, project management contractors, medical writers, and bioinformatics experts to manage complex data.

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Why Choose Us

Trusted Expertise. Reliable Delivery. Agile Collaboration.

As your trusted partner, we focus on clients and candidates equally, and our process is designed to fit the needs of both. Candidates are able to pursue career opportunities that fit their professional pursuits, their lifestyles, and their passions. Clients can trust our recommendations because of our years of Life Sciences & Healthcare Industry experience, as well as our understanding of their specific needs.

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01Trusted Expertise

Trusted Expertise

We don't believe in off-the-shelf solutions. Instead, we take the time to understand your strategic objectives, bringing together the right experts, streamlined processes, and advanced technology to overcome your specific challenges. While dependable delivery is our promise, relentless improvement is our passion. Led by technical authorities and industry leaders, we partner with you to build a smarter future and create lasting change.

02Reliable Delivery

Reliable Delivery

For us, deadlines and budgets aren't just guidelines - they are the foundation of our partnership. We pride ourselves on executing high-quality results on time and on budget, every single time. We pair this rigorous delivery with radical transparency, ensuring you have clear, real-time visibility into your project's progress. By prioritizing open communication at every step, we eliminate guesswork, mitigate risks early, and guarantee that what we promise is exactly what we deliver.

03Agile Collaboration

Agile Collaboration

What sets us apart from other companies is our agility in dealing with challenges and successfully finding ourselves in new situations. Excellent knowledge of the pharmaceutical & healthcare sector allows us to quickly define changing requirements and regulations, so our clients can efficiently implement appropriate solutions tailored to the ever-changing market. Each time, we are looking at creating a bespoke solution to fit the needs of our clients.

Testimonials & Customer Feedback

Testimonials and Customer Feedback

We are proud to share success stories and direct feedback from the Hiring Managers and HR Directors we partner with every day. From complex pharmaceutical initiatives to cutting-edge biotech, from hospital systems to medical-device programs, their testimonials reflect our unwavering commitment to delivering elite talent and tailored solutions that drive their business forward.

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Great team to partner with - exceptional communication and a passion for excellence. A great partnership, open communication, and receptive to feedback; both on processes and candidates.
Director of Staffing
IL Hospital
Validation Associates consistently met our needs and their resources often exceeded expectations.
Manager
Big Pharma, NJ
Validation Associates has always bent over backwards to meet the needs of my staffing requirements.
Hiring Manager
Midsize Biotech Company, Boston
Their deep understanding of the global regulatory landscape ensures best-in-class regulatory strategy.
HR Director
KBI Pharma
Affiliated Partners

Memberships, certifications, and recognition.

Active memberships in the regulatory and pharmaceutical professional societies that set the standards we work to - plus the certifications and recognition that back our work.

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RAPS - Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society
ISPE - International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering
ACRP - Association of Clinical Research Professionals
Society of Quality Assurance
ACS - American Chemical Society
NIH - National Institutes of Health
Diversity Alliance for Science
D&B Credibility Verified
Triangle Business Journal - 2009 Fast 50 Winner
Staffing Industry Analysts - 2012 Fastest-Growing Staffing Firms

Ready to accelerate your path to market?

Let our experts help you navigate the complexities of life sciences regulation and quality.

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703-291-0203 · info@validationassociates.com