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Pharmacovigilance Science Expert

5-8 years
Not Disclosed
10 April 17, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: M.Pharm/MS/MBBS/BDS 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: Pharmacovigilance Science Expert

Location: Hyderabad, India
Job Type: Permanent
Posted on: April 8, 2025
Closing Date: May 7, 2025
Experience Required: 5-8 years
Qualifications: Master's in Pharmacy, Health Science, Physician Assistant, MBBS, BDS, or equivalent
Languages Required: Fluent in English (verbal and written)


Job Description:

The Pharmacovigilance (PV) Science Expert will play a critical role in the global safety surveillance of products throughout their lifecycle. The role involves managing signal detection, evaluating safety data, and collaborating with the Global Safety Lead/Managers (GSLs/GSMs). The expert will contribute to health hazard evaluations, safety evaluation reports, and support regulatory filings. The position requires a deep understanding of pharmacovigilance practices and the ability to work cross-functionally to support safety management and risk assessment.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage ongoing core signal detection activities and review data from multiple sources.

  • Author health hazard evaluations (HHEs) and safety evaluation reports (SERs).

  • Track and manage signals and support the use of the SMART tool.

  • Review and contribute to periodic signal detection reports.

  • Collaborate with the Safety Team in responding to Health Authority inquiries.

  • Contribute to the Safety Management Committee (SMC) and prepare presentations.

  • Support Global Safety Leads/Managers (GSL/GSM) in the preparation of new drug applications, Risk Management Plans (RMPs), and other regulatory filings.

  • Lead and contribute to risk assessment and benefit-risk evaluation for marketed products.

  • Work with cross-functional teams including Medical Safety, Regulatory Affairs, and PV Operations.

  • Provide OTC SWITCH SER support and mentor new PV safety scientists.

  • Assist with audit and inspection preparations and process-related queries at the user level.


Experience and Skills:

  • Drug Safety and Risk Management: 5-8 years of experience in drug safety, with a strong understanding of drug development, regulatory guidelines, and medical coding.

  • Pharmacovigilance Practices: Knowledge of US and EU pharmacovigilance regulatory requirements is appreciated.

  • Signal & Risk Management: Expertise in collecting, detecting, validating, and assessing safety signals throughout the product lifecycle.

  • Evaluation & Interpretation: Proficient in evaluating and synthesizing scientific data and regulatory guidelines.

  • Technical Skills: High attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in pharmacovigilance software and tools.

  • Soft Skills: Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, multicultural environment and think strategically.


Required Qualifications:

  • Educational Background: Master’s degree in Pharmacy, Health Science, Physician Assistant, MBBS, BDS, or equivalent.

  • Experience: 5-8 years in pharmacovigilance, with experience in signal detection and safety management.

  • Language: Fluent in English (both written and verbal).


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