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Safety Science Coordinator I

0-2 years
Not Disclosed
10 Sept. 15, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/ M.Sc/ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ 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: Clinical Safety / Pharmacovigilance Associate

Job Location: [Specify Location]
Department: Clinical Safety / PSS Operations
Employment Type: [Full-Time/Part-Time]


Job Overview:

The Clinical Safety / Pharmacovigilance Associate will assist in overall Clinical Safety and PSS operations for products, managing the entire adverse events process. This includes handling safety data collected from clinical trials and/or post-marketing settings (unsolicited reports). The role involves processing and submitting expedited adverse events (SAEs) to clients and regulatory authorities within agreed timelines, ensuring high-quality, compliant, and cost-effective service.

The role requires compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, COSHH regulations 1989, and EC Directives 1992/3, as outlined in the Company’s Health and Safety Manual.


Key Responsibilities:

Adverse Event Processing & Reporting:

  • Assist in processing Expedited Safety Reports (ESRs) and Periodic Safety Reports (PSRs).

  • Log incoming Adverse Event (AE) and Serious Adverse Event (SAE) reports into tracking systems.

  • Perform data entry of safety data into AE tracking systems.

  • Write patient narratives and code adverse events using MedDRA (for marketed products, if applicable).

  • Assist in listedness assessment against the product label (for marketed products, if applicable).

  • Generate queries to collect missing or discrepant information in consultation with medical staff.

  • Submit SAE reports to clients, regulatory authorities, ethics committees, investigators, 3rd party vendors, partners, and project personnel within timelines.

  • Support peer/quality review of processed reports and trend analysis.

  • Maintain adverse event tracking systems and reconcile databases as needed.

  • Maintain documentation on adverse event reporting requirements across countries.

Project & Administrative Support:

  • Set up and maintain project and central files for documentation.

  • Arrange and schedule internal/external meetings and teleconferences.

  • Prepare and coordinate safety study files for archiving at project completion.

  • Provide administrative support to PSS personnel.

Training & Collaboration:

  • Mentor and train PSS Assistants or peers in day-to-day activities.

  • Build and maintain strong relationships across functional units.

  • Ensure operations comply with regulatory requirements and study/project-specific plans.

Quality & Compliance:

  • Work within the Quality Management System framework, including SOPs and departmental Work Instructions (WIs).

  • Assume responsibility for the quality of processed data.


Qualifications (Minimum Required):

  • PharmD, MPharm, BPharm, or equivalent, with at least 1 year of relevant experience.

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

  • Safety experience: AE/SAE processing, narrative writing, query generation, use of safety databases, regulatory submissions.

  • Relevant experience: Pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO industry; Medical Affairs, Clinical Data Entry, Clinical Data Management, Clinical Monitoring, Regulatory Affairs, or Quality Assurance.

  • Languages: Proficient in English and local language (speaking, reading, and writing).


Skills & Competencies:

  • Team player with the ability to provide peer support.

  • Strong organizational skills; ability to set priorities and manage multiple tasks.

  • Attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Logical reasoning and proficiency in handling/proofreading numerical data.

  • Proficient in MS Office and Windows; good keyboard skills.

  • Ability to operate standard office equipment.


Work Environment & Physical Demands:

  • Office-based or remote work environment.

  • Must comply with all Health and Safety regulations as per company policy.


EEO & Accommodations:

Fortrea is an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities are available upon request.