Pharmacovigilance Specialist - Bloemfontein

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Paid time off

Professional development

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Pharmacovigilance Specialist to join our client’s safety monitoring team in Bloemfontein. You will collect, assess, and report adverse event data, maintain the safety database, and contribute to regulatory safety reporting to protect patients.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Nursing, Life Sciences or related field, at least two years in pharmacovigilance, and familiarity with global regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Nursing, Life Sciences or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in pharmacovigilance or drug safety.
• Experience with global pharmacovigilance regulations (e.g., FDA, EMA, SAHPRA).
• Experience with safety databases (Argus, ArisG) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and assess individual case safety reports (ICSRs) from all sources.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of adverse events to regulatory authorities and business partners.
• Maintain the pharmacovigilance database, ensuring data quality and integrity.
• Perform signal detection activities and contribute to signal evaluation reports.
• Assist in the preparation of Periodic Safety Update Reports (PSURs) and other safety documents.
• Stay updated on global pharmacovigilance regulations and guidelines.

Skills

Pharmacovigilance

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

Argus

ArisG

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and attentive Pharmacovigilance Specialist to join their safety monitoring team in Bloemfontein . This critical role ensures the ongoing safety of pharmaceutical products by collecting, assessing, and reporting adverse event data. You will be responsible for maintaining the safety database, performing case processing, and contributing to regulatory safety reporting. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of pharmacovigilance principles and regulations, coupled with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to patient safety within the pharmaceutical industry .

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and assess individual case safety reports (ICSRs) from all sources.


• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of adverse events to regulatory authorities and business partners.


• Maintain the pharmacovigilance database, ensuring data quality and integrity.


• Perform signal detection activities and contribute to signal evaluation reports.


• Assist in the preparation of Periodic Safety Update Reports (PSURs) and other safety documents.


• Stay updated on global pharmacovigilance regulations and guidelines.

Requirements

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


• Minimum of 2 years of experience in pharmacovigilance or drug safety.


• Familiarity with global pharmacovigilance regulations (e.g., FDA, EMA, SAHPRA).


• Experience with safety databases (e.g., Argus, ArisG) is advantageous.


• Excellent analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.


• Opportunity to contribute to patient safety in the pharmaceutical sector.


• Health insurance, retirement fund, and paid time off.


• Professional development and training in pharmacovigilance.


• Supportive work environment in our Bloemfontein office.