Jo Doucet
Jo Doucet is an expert in qualification and validation with over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. At QbD Group, he leads the Qualification/Validation division, supporting teams and clients in a wide range of GxP compliance projects across manufacturing, IT, QC, and medical devices.
Biography
Jo Doucet has a rich background in the pharmaceutical industry, with over two decades of experience. He began his career as a software validation engineer, participating in a 21 CFR Part 11 remediation project for production equipment and utilities.
Following this, Jo joined a large biotech manufacturing company where he worked for over 12 years in roles spanning qualification, validation, and QA compliance, supporting IT systems, QC laboratories, and manufacturing processes. Notably, he acted as QA compliance lead in the construction of a new manufacturing facility for monoclonal antibody production.
In 2021, Jo joined QbD Group as a Senior Project Manager, leading diverse projects in qualification/validation, IT and medical device compliance, and quality assurance. He played a central role in a large-scale initiative involving the construction of two facilities for ATMP therapies for a global pharmaceutical leader.
Today, Jo is the Division Head of Qualification/Validation at QbD Group, where he actively supports project teams and delivers expert consulting services to clients worldwide.
In addition to his professional work, Jo is Vice-Chair of the ISPE CQV Community of Practice BeNeLux and an active ISPE member. He is also a confirmed speaker at Pharmacy Expo 2025 in Warsaw.
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Jo's key areas of expertise
Qualification & Validation
Expertise across GxP environments, including equipment, utilities, IT systems, and cleanrooms.
IT and Lab Compliance
Deep knowledge of computerized systems validation and compliance for QC and manufacturing settings.
ATMP Facility Support
Regulatory Compliance Leadership
Strong QA oversight during complex construction and compliance initiatives.
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