Pharmaceutical Pharmacovigilance Specialist

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and comprehensivea

Opportunities for professional develop

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Pharmaceutical Pharmacovigilance Specialist to support safety monitoring activities in the Paarl region. You will handle adverse event data, assess reports, and prepare regulatory safety submissions, collaborating with healthcare professionals and internal teams to maintain a robust pharmacovigilance system.

The ideal candidate holds a healthcare degree, at least 3 years of pharmacovigilance experience, and a solid understanding of SAHPRA guidelines, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Nursing, Life Sciences, or a related healthcare field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in pharmacovigilance or drug safety.
• Solid understanding of drug safety principles, AE reporting requirements, and relevant regulations (e.g., SAHPRA guidelines).
• Experience with pharmacovigilance databases and adverse event reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Collect, document, and process adverse event reports from various sources, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Conduct initial assessment of adverse event reports, including seriousness, causality, and expectedness criteria.
• Prepare and submit regulatory safety reports within required timelines.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals, patients, and internal departments to gather further information on adverse events.
• Contribute to the maintenance and improvement of the pharmacovigilance system and SOPs.
• Participate in safety data review meetings and provide input on product safety profiles.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Pharmacovigilance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Nursing, Life Sciences or related healthcare field

Tools

Pharmacovigilance databases

Adverse event reporting systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and knowledgeable Pharmaceutical Pharmacovigilance Specialist to support their safety monitoring activities in the Paarl region. This role is essential for ensuring the safety and efficacy of pharmaceutical products by collecting, assessing, and reporting adverse event data. You will work closely with healthcare professionals, regulatory bodies, and internal teams to maintain a robust pharmacovigilance system. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of drug safety principles, regulatory reporting requirements, and excellent analytical and communication skills to manage safety information effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, document, and process adverse event reports from various sources, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Conduct initial assessment of adverse event reports, including seriousness, causality, and expectedness criteria.
• Prepare and submit regulatory safety reports (e.g., Periodic Safety Update Reports, expedited reports) within required timelines.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals, patients, and internal departments to gather further information on adverse events.
• Contribute to the maintenance and improvement of the pharmacovigilance system and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Participate in safety data review meetings and provide input on product safety profiles.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Nursing, Life Sciences, or a related healthcare field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in pharmacovigilance or drug safety.
• Solid understanding of drug safety principles , AE reporting requirements, and relevant regulations (e.g., SAHPRA guidelines).
• Experience with pharmacovigilance databases and adverse event reporting systems.
• Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate safety information.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and specialized training in pharmacovigilance.
• Flexible working arrangements, blending remote work with essential on-site collaboration in Paarl.
• Contribution to patient safety and the development of safer medicines.
• Supportive team environment focused on expertise and continuous learning.