Senior Global Post-Market Pharmacovigilance Lead

MMS; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MMS is a data-focused clinical research organization with a proven track record in pharmacovigilance and drug safety. We seek a seasoned professional to lead global post-marketing case processing from intake to closure, ensuring high-quality deliverables and regulatory compliance.

In this role you will develop PV workflows, mentor teammates, and directly negotiate with clients. A strong background in ICH guidelines, MedDRA coding, and FDA requirements is essential for success in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• College graduate in scientific, medical, clinical discipline or related field, or related experience, masters, PharmD, or PhD preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in drug safety, pharmacovigilance, or similar field required.
• Expert knowledge of scientific principles and concepts.
• Expertise in using drug safety databases.
• Reputation as emerging leader in field with sustained performance and accomplishment.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Hands-on experience with clinical trial and pharmaceutical development preferred.
• Good communication skills and willingness to work with others to clearly understand needs and solve problems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Familiarity with current ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 standards preferred.
• Familiarity with 21 CFR Part 11, FDA, and GCP requirements.

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 as related to post marketing case processing.
• Ensure compliance with Good Pharmacovigilance Practices (GVP), FDA requirements, and company SOPs.
• Proficient in ICH E2A, E2B(R3), and E2D guidelines.
• Proficient in Pharmacovigilance quality systems.
• Maintains an extensive understanding of regulations and guidance as they pertain to drug safety and PV, including case processing, narrative and/or safety writing.
• Independent Project lead, SME; provides strategic narrative development internally and externally, directly negotiates with client.
• Process cases independently, understands steps involved with case processing. Leads creation/updates of high-quality deliverables.
• Extensive experience working within a safety database and directly interacts with clients. Expert knowledge of coding with MedDRA and WHO drug dictionary.
• Proficient in understanding impact of updates in related deliverables.
• Independently managing/leading client meetings and CRMs for effective resolutions; provides mentorship to others.
• Proficient with managing a project from start to finish and compliant with process; provides mentorship to others; identifies efficiencies within department processes.

Skills

Pharmacovigilance knowledge

Client negotiation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in scientific/medical field

Masters/PharmD/PhD preferred

Tools

MedDRA

MS Office

Job description

MMS is a data-focused clinical research organization with a proven track record in pharmacovigilance and drug safety. We seek a seasoned professional to lead global post-marketing case processing from intake to closure, ensuring high-quality deliverables and regulatory compliance.

In this role you will develop PV workflows, mentor teammates, and directly negotiate with clients. A strong background in ICH guidelines, MedDRA coding, and FDA requirements is essential for success in a fast-paced,