Associate Director, PV Systems Application Development

WISE Campaign; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Associate Director for PV Systems Application Development. This role involves project management, business analysis, and systems validation, ensuring effective delivery of pharmacovigilance systems. The successful candidate will work closely with stakeholders and IT service providers to support a global user base, while fostering a culture of innovation and inclusivity.

Benefits

Healthcare and wellbeing programs

Pension plan membership

Shares and savings programs

Annual bonus based on company performance

Qualifications

• Experience managing safety databases.
• Understanding of PV and drug safety system lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver computer systems on time and within budget.
• Map operational needs into clear system requirements and perform impact analyses.
• Plan, execute, and report on user acceptance testing.

Skills

Project Management

Business Analysis

Data Analysis

Systems Validation

Database Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific or medical field

Tools

ARGUS safety database

Job description

Job description

Site Name: UK London New Oxford Street, Durham Blackwell Street, UK - Hertfordshire - Stevenage, USA - Pennsylvania - Upper Providence

Posted Date: May 14 2025

We are seeking a skilled individual to join our team as the Associate Director, PV Systems Application Development. This role acts as a key liaison between stakeholders, end-users of Pharmacovigilance (PV) computer systems, and IT service providers, ensuring seamless systems delivery, validation, and support.

The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in project management, business and data analysis, and systems validation, while effectively managing IT suppliers and providing support to a global user base within safety.

The role requires the candidate to be on-site a minimum of 2 days per week.

We create a place where people can grow, be their best, feel safe, and feel welcome, valued, and included. We offer a competitive salary, an annual bonus based on company performance, healthcare and wellbeing programs, pension plan membership, and shares and savings programs.

We embrace modern work practices; our Performance with Choice program offers a hybrid working model, empowering you to find the optimal balance between remote and in-office work.

Discover more about our company-wide benefits and life at GSK on our webpage Life at GSK | GSK

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management: Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver computer systems and related technology on time, within budget, and with the required quality, aligning with organizational goals.
• Business Analysis: Map complex operational needs into clear system requirements, perform impact analyses, contribute to PV systems roadmaps, evaluate new software/systems, and stay informed about industry trends and regulatory changes.
• Data Analysis: Extract, inspect, clean, transform, and model raw data to support decision-making.
• Systems Validation: Plan, execute, and report on user acceptance testing, archive findings, and produce validation evidence for audits.
• Training: Educate end-users and stakeholders, structuring complex changes for operational relevance.
• Support: Respond to user requests, diagnose and resolve issues, escalate when necessary, and manage helpdesk requests efficiently.

Why you?

Basic Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or medical field or equivalent experience in pharma, clinical development, pharmacovigilance, or info management.
• Experience managing safety databases.
• Understanding of PV and drug safety system lifecycle management.
• Knowledge of clinical safety, PV data, processes, and regulations.
• Database management and systems analysis skills.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• Proficiency with ARGUS safety database.
• Strong background in info management.
• Knowledge of safety database structure, data retrieval, and SDLC framework.
• Vendor management and service management knowledge.

Closing Date for Applications: 04 June 2025

Please save a copy of the Job Description as it will not be available after the application period closes. When applying, include a cover letter or CV that demonstrates how you meet the role's competencies. This information will be used for assessment.

At GSK, we aim to impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade through our R&D in vaccines and medicines. We foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and inclusivity, where our people can thrive.

Learn more about Our approach to R&D.

Why GSK?

We unite science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease, positively impacting billions and delivering sustainable shareholder value. Our success depends on our people, and we strive to be an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and contribute.

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage flexible working and support adjustments for applicants. For inquiries about adjustments, contact [e-mail] or call 0808 234 4391 during business hours.