Pharmacovigilance Officer

Placements24; Welkom; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Public health focus

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom is seeking a dedicated Pharmacovigilance Officer to monitor post-marketing safety, collect and assess adverse event data, and ensure compliance with global safety regulations.

You will manage safety databases, support regulatory reporting to SAHPRA, liaise with Medical Affairs and Regulatory Affairs, and contribute to risk management and continuous pharmacovigilance improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Medicine, Nursing, or a relevant life science discipline.

Responsibilities

• Collect and assess adverse event reports from various sources.
• Perform signal detection and management to identify safety concerns.
• Prepare and submit safety reports to regulatory authorities (e.g., SAHPRA).
• Develop and maintain safety databases and SOPs.
• Liaise with Medical Affairs and Regulatory Affairs on safety matters.
• Contribute to risk management activities and risk management plans.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Pharmacovigilance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy/Medicine/Nursing or Life Sciences

Tools

Safety database software

Job description

Our client is seeking a dedicated and vigilant Pharmacovigilance Officer to join their growing safety surveillance team in Welkom . This crucial role involves monitoring the safety of pharmaceutical products post-marketing, collecting and assessing adverse event data, and ensuring compliance with global safety regulations. You will play a key part in protecting patient health by identifying, evaluating, and reporting potential drug safety issues. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of pharmacovigilance principles and a meticulous approach to data management, contributing to a vital function within a company committed to patient safety and therapeutic innovation in the Free State.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and assess adverse event reports from various sources, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Perform signal detection and management activities to identify potential new safety concerns.
• Prepare and submit safety reports to regulatory authorities (e.g., SAHPRA) within required timelines.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of safety databases and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Liaise with internal departments (e.g., Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs) and external stakeholders on safety matters.
• Participate in risk management activities and the development of risk management plans.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Medicine, Nursing, or a relevant life science discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in pharmacovigilance or drug safety.
• Solid understanding of global pharmacovigilance regulations and reporting requirements.
• Experience with safety database software and adverse event reporting systems.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex safety information in Welkom .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training in drug safety.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on public health and patient safety.
• Contribution to a critical function ensuring the safety of medicines.