Senior Medical Information and Pharmacovigilance Specialist & Deputy Local Safety Officer

Galderma S.A.; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in dermatology seeks a Senior Medical Information and Pharmacovigilance Specialist to manage adverse events and support pharmacovigilance compliance. Candidates should have a relevant medical degree and 3-6 years of experience in Pharma or Biopharma, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of pharmacovigilance experience in Pharma or Biopharma.
• Experience with adverse event case management.
• Understanding of local pharmacovigilance activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead in adverse event and medical information management.
• Manage and triage reports to identify AEs, MIs, and PQCs.
• Ensure compliance with pharmacovigilance practices and guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Medical, pharmacy, or bioscience degree

Job description

Galderma is the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermatological Skincare, and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981, we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on results, embrace learning, and bring positive energy. They must combine initiative with teamwork and collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about making a meaningful difference for consumers, patients, and healthcare professionals. We aim to empower our employees and promote their growth while meeting business needs now and in the future. We embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma, we inspire our teams with our bold ambition to become the world's leading dermatology company. Join us for challenging work experiences and the opportunity to make a significant impact.

Job Title: Senior Medical Information and Pharmacovigilance Specialist & Deputy Local Safety Officer

Location: London, UK

Purpose of the Job:

Take the lead in adverse event and medical information management and support the Head of Pharmacovigilance in pharmacovigilance compliance activities in accordance with Good Pharmacovigilance Practices (GVP) and local and international regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Mailbox management and triage of reports to identify AEs, MIs, and PQCs.
2. Logging and responding to medical information enquiries using documentation and resources available according to relevant SOPs/WIs and regulatory guidelines.
3. Logging and following up adverse event reports according to relevant SOPs/WIs and regulatory guidelines.
4. Ensuring compliance with Good Pharmacovigilance Practices (GVP).
5. Contributing to follow-up requests from Global PV.
6. Act as pharmacovigilance representative when working cross-functionally.
7. Support the Local Safety Officer with pharmacovigilance activities to ensure compliance with local regulations and guidelines, including market research activity oversight, reconciliation, and SOP/WI writing.

Profile Requirements and Competencies:

Key Skills / Experience Required:

• Medical, pharmacy, or bioscience degree
• 3-6 years of pharmacovigilance experience (Pharma or Biopharma)
• Experience with adverse event case management
• Understanding of local pharmacovigilance activities (market research, compliance monitoring, reconciliation, etc)
• Customer service experience (not essential)

Personal Attributes:

• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written
• High level of personal accountability and a 'can-do' attitude
• Problem solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to manage workload and priorities effectively