Senior Post-Market Pharmacovigilance Specialist (Remote)
MMS · Chicago, IL · 1 wk ago
On-siteEducationFull-time
About the role
MMS is an award-winning, data-focused clinical research organization (CRO) supporting the pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device industries with a proven scientific approach to complex trial data and regulatory submission challenges. As a Great Place to Work® Certified organization, we offer a collaborative and inclusive environment where your contributions truly matter. This role will lead and oversee global post-marketing case processing activities and ensure compliance with pharmacovigilance standards.
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee global post-marketing case processing activities from intake through reporting and case closure
- Develop and maintain pharmacovigilance workflows, procedures, and work instructions for post-marketing case processing
- Ensure compliance with Good Pharmacovigilance Practices (GVP), FDA requirements, and company SOPs
- Apply expertise in ICH E2A, E2B(R3), and E2D guidelines
- Maintain an extensive understanding of regulations and guidance related to drug safety and pharmacovigilance, including case processing, narrative writing, and clinical trial processes
- Serve as an independent project lead and subject matter expert, providing strategic narrative development and direct client negotiation
- Process cases independently and lead the creation or updates of high-quality deliverables
- Work within a safety database, interact directly with clients, and demonstrate expert knowledge of MedDRA and WHO drug dictionary coding
- Assess the impact of updates on related deliverables
- Independently manage and lead client meetings and CRMs to achieve effective resolutions, while mentoring others
- Manage projects from start to finish in compliance with processes, identify efficiencies, and mentor team members
Requirements
- College graduate in a scientific, medical, clinical discipline, or related field; advanced degrees (masters, PharmD, or PhD) preferred
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in drug safety, pharmacovigilance, or a similar field
- Expert knowledge of scientific principles and concepts, with hands-on experience using drug safety databases
- Emerging leader in the field with a track record of sustained performance and accomplishment
- Proficiency with MS Office applications; clinical trial and pharmaceutical development experience preferred
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 standards preferred
- Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11, FDA, and GCP requirements