Patient Safety PVSci Manager

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Commuting subsidy

401(k)

Job summary

Vertex Pharmaceuticals LLC is seeking a Global Patient Safety (GPS) Pharmacovigilance Science (PVSci) Manager in Boston, MA. The role leads cross-functional safety monitoring, aggregate reporting, and signal management to support regulatory submissions and patient safety programs.

You will drive safety data review, develop safety content for study reports and regulatory requests, and coordinate timelines across GPS teams.

Qualifications

• Advanced healthcare degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 2 years pharmacovigilance or relevant experience with data analysis and medical/scientific writing.
• Preference for aggregate/periodic safety report preparation.

Responsibilities

• Leads PVSci activities for assigned Vertex product, coordinating safety data review and timely issue communication.
• Prepares aggregate safety report content including risk management plans and regulatory responses.
• Conducts signal detection, tracking and risk management activities.
• Provides project management support across GPS functions with timelines and planning.
• Develops meeting materials for GPS safety discussions and cross-functional forums.
• Supports safety content development per program strategy and timelines.

Skills

Project management

Data analysis

Medical writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Pharmacovigilance

Electronic systems

Continuous learning

Education

Advanced healthcare degree

Tools

Safety database

Job description

## Patient Safety PVSci ManagerApply: Boston, MA: Full time: Posted Today: REQ-30159**Job Description****GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY**The Global Patient Safety (GPS) Pharmacovigilance Science (PVSci) Manager leads assigned activities related to cross-functional safety data monitoring, assessment, and aggregate reporting to regulatory agencies, and support signal and risk management activities.**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES*** Leads PVSci activities for assigned Vertex product, including coordinating review of emerging safety data and ensuring timely identification and communication of any potential safety issues* Prepares aggregate safety report content, including risk management plans and responses to regulatory authority requests* Conducts signal detection/tracking and other assessments/risk management activities* Provides project management support for PVSci deliverables by establishing and managing timelines, content planning and tracking, and coordinating activities across multiple GPS functions (e.g., safety database report requests)* Develops meeting materials to enable safety discussions within GPS forums (Aggregate Clinical Safety Data Review, Signal Management Team, and Disease Area Safety Team) and other cross-functional forums (e.g., data monitoring committee meetings, key results memos)* Supports development of safety content according to program strategy and timelines (e.g., clinical study reports, drug authorization applications)* Supports GPS Epidemiology-led study documentation* Liaises with Regulatory Affairs and other functions to coordinate submission of aggregate safety reports**GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIRED SKILLS*** Communicates clearly and proactively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders* Demonstrates independence in managing assigned safety deliverables and timelines* Applies strong organizational and project management skills to coordinate multiple priorities and multi-task effectively* Analyzes, interprets, and summarizes data with guidance* Demonstrates firm comprehension of established procedures and may identify opportunities for improvement* Applies understanding of industry practices for drug development and pharmacovigilance* Fluent in use of electronic systems and rapidly adopts new technology to support documentation and reporting* Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development* Seeks feedback and incorporates it to enhance deliverables and processes**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE*** Advanced healthcare degree (preferred) or equivalent professional experience* Minimum of 2 years pharmacovigilance or relevant experience, with data analysis and medical/scientific writing; preference for aggregate/periodic safety report preparation At Vertex, we embrace continuous learning and encourage employees to stay informed on advances in AI, technology, automation, and industry trends. We seek talent who bring an external perspective, demonstrate curiosity and sound judgment, and thoughtfully adopt new capabilities that improve decision-making, drive innovation, increase efficiency, and help deliver better outcomes for patients.**Pay Range:**$120,800 - $181,200**Disclosure Statement:**The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.**Flex Designation:**Remote-Eligible**Flex Eligibility Status:**In this Remote-Eligible role, you can choose to be designated as: 1. **Remote**: work remotely five days per week and come into the office on occasion – you’re always welcome on-site; **or select** 2. **Hybrid**: work remotely up to two days per week; **or select** 3. **On-Site**: work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.