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Safety Science Specialist

3-5 years
Not Disclosed
10 Nov. 28, 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

Safety Science Specialist – Pharmacovigilance (Bangalore, India)

Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Job Category: Clinical / Pharmacovigilance
Experience Required: 3–5 years in pharmacovigilance with clinical trial case processing experience
Job ID: 255848


About the Role

We are seeking a Safety Science Specialist to manage and support clinical safety operations for pharmaceutical and biotechnology products. The role involves processing and managing adverse events (AEs/SAEs) from clinical trials and post-marketing sources, ensuring timely reporting to regulatory authorities, clients, and internal stakeholders. This role contributes to maintaining high-quality pharmacovigilance standards while supporting compliance with global regulations and internal SOPs.


Key Responsibilities

  • Manage receipt, review, and processing of all adverse event reports, both spontaneous and solicited from clinical trials.

  • Perform data entry of safety data into AE databases and tracking systems with high accuracy.

  • Write patient narratives and code adverse events accurately using MedDRA.

  • Determine case listedness against approved product labels (where applicable).

  • Identify missing clinically significant information and coordinate follow-ups with medical staff.

  • Ensure timely medical review and expedite reporting of serious adverse events (SAEs) to regulatory agencies, ethics committees, investigators, clients, and third-party vendors.

  • Assist with database reconciliation and maintenance of adverse event tracking systems.

  • Manage processing and submission of Expedited Safety Reports (ESRs) and Periodic Safety Reports (PSRs) according to study timelines.

  • Maintain and organize project files, central safety files, and study documentation.

  • Conduct quality and peer reviews of safety reports; track trends and recommend corrective actions.

  • Support preparation for audits, inspections, and client meetings, including documentation for safety committees or DSMBs.

  • Contribute to root cause analysis and CAPA development for quality issues.

  • Demonstrate adherence to SOPs, WIs, and regulatory guidance in all pharmacovigilance activities.

  • Provide training and mentoring to junior staff as required.


Qualifications and Experience Required

  • 3–5 years of experience in pharmacovigilance (PV); clinical trial case processing experience is mandatory.

  • For PharmD candidates, one-year residency or fellowship may be considered relevant experience.

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biological Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing, Medical Sciences, Life Sciences, or related field.

  • Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in AE/SAE processing, narrative writing, queries, safety databases, and regulatory submissions.

  • Familiarity with global pharmacovigilance regulations and industry best practices.

  • Relevant experience in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or CROs, including exposure to Medical Affairs, Clinical Data Management, Clinical Monitoring, Regulatory Affairs, or Quality Assurance.


Skills and Competencies

  • High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

  • Strong team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.

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

  • Presentation, training, and mentoring skills are advantageous.


Why Join Us?

  • Work in a dynamic, global pharmacovigilance environment impacting patient safety worldwide.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in clinical, regulatory, and safety operations.

  • Opportunity to develop expertise in clinical trial safety management and pharmacovigilance operations.

Location: Bangalore, India