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Associate Manager Pss

6-7 years
Not Disclosed
10 Sept. 25, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title: Associate Manager – PSS

📍 Location: Pune
📂 Category: Clinical
🆔 Job ID: 254798


Job Overview

The Associate Manager – PSS will:

  • Line manage junior PSS staff including performance reviews and HR-related issues.

  • Support Senior PSS Management in resource allocation to projects.

  • Oversee PSS operations related to adverse events (AEs) and expedited safety reports, ensuring high-quality, timely submissions to clients and regulatory agencies.

  • Ensure compliance with global and local safety agreements while maintaining client satisfaction.

  • Adhere to Health and Safety regulations including the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, COSHH 1989, and EC Directives 1992/3.


Key Responsibilities

Global PVA/SLA/ICA Management

  • Maintain PVAs/SLAs/ICAs through their review cycle.

  • Archive, file, and manage global PVAs in SharePoint.

  • Address global PVA/SLA/ICA queries.

  • Maintain Vigilance Agreements and update as needed.

Local PVA Management

  • Support maintenance and updates of local PVAs.

  • Archive and file local PVAs in SharePoint.

  • Handle local PVA-related queries.

PV Alliance & Compliance Support

  • Support LOC bi-annual reports (2 cycles/year).

  • Assist in PSMF maintenance (2 updates/year).

  • Manage Safety Agreements mailbox (categorization, task assignment).


Qualifications – Minimum Required

  • Strong focus on customer service, innovation, scientific progress, teamwork, and results.

  • Relationship-building and interpersonal skills.

  • Proven ability in performance assessment, coaching, and team development.

  • Strong problem-solving and process improvement capabilities.

  • Ability to manage staff independently and coordinate day-to-day operations.

  • Excellent communication (verbal, written, presentation) and leadership skills.

  • High accuracy, attention to detail, and regulatory compliance awareness.

  • Knowledge of:

    • Medical and drug terminology

    • GCP (Good Clinical Practice)

    • Regulatory requirements for AE/SAE reporting (marketed & investigational products)

    • ICH guidelines

    • Risk Management & Pharmacovigilance regulations

  • MS Office & Windows proficiency.

  • Financial acumen.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Education & Experience (any one of the following):

    • Non-degree + 6–7 years safety experience* (incl. 2 years leadership)

    • Associate degree + 5–6 years safety experience* (incl. 2 years leadership)

    • Associate degree RN + 5–6 years safety experience* (incl. 2 years leadership)

    • BS/BA + 4–5 years relevant experience** (incl. 1–2 years leadership)

    • MS/MA + 3–4 years relevant experience** (2–3 years safety exp., incl. 1–2 years leadership)

    • PhD/PharmD + 2–3 years relevant experience** (1–2 years safety exp., incl. 0–2 years leadership). PharmD fellowship/residency counts as experience.

  • Preferred Degrees: Biological Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing, Medical Sciences, Life Sciences, or related fields.

  • Certifications: EudraVigilance certification desirable.


Experience Definitions

  • Safety Experience: AE/SAE processing, narratives, queries, safety databases, regulatory submissions.

  • Relevant Experience: Pharma/biotech/CRO in areas such as Medical Affairs, CDM, Monitoring, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance.

  • Team Leadership Experience: Managing team deliverables in a matrix environment, assigning work, coordinating staff, and achieving team goals.


Work Environment / Travel

  • Travel up to 10% (overnight stays possible).

  • Office or remote setting.

  • No special conditions.


Equal Opportunity: This employer ensures non-discrimination and provides accommodations as per applicable laws.