Tim Hawthorne

Tim Hawthorne has extensive experience in computer systems validation and quality assurance within the pharmaceutical industry. Currently serving as Associate Director of Computer Systems Validation at Spark Therapeutics, Inc. since March 2019, Tim has held various roles focusing on GMP systems and validation leadership. Prior to this, Tim worked at First Quality Enterprises as Validation Manager, overseeing the corporate validation program, and at Auxilium Pharmaceuticals, Inc. as Senior Manager for Quality Systems and Software Validation, responsible for a comprehensive validation program spanning thirty systems. Tim's career also includes significant positions at Pfizer, where contributions included standardizing validation processes and managing system lifecycle activities. Earlier roles include consultancy at Taratec Development Corporation and CSC, focusing on computer system validation and solutions for clients in the pharmaceutical sector. Tim holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Stockton University and Rider University.