Senior Pharmacovigilance Specialist

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Pharmacovigilance Specialist to join our safety surveillance team in Pretoria. You will monitor, detect, and prevent adverse drug reactions, manage safety data, and ensure global regulatory compliance to protect patients.

A strong analytical mindset and commitment to ethical drug safety are essential. The role offers a hybrid work model in Pretoria with opportunities for professional development in pharmacovigilance and risk management across diverse

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in pharmacovigilance and drug safety surveillance.
• In-depth knowledge of global pharmacovigilance regulations (GVP, FDA, EMA).
• Experience with safety databases such as Argus and ARISg and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and assess adverse event reports from multiple sources.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of safety information to regulators worldwide.
• Maintain and develop pharmacovigilance databases and systems.

Skills

Pharmacovigilance

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Degree in Pharmacy/Medicine/Nursing

Tools

Argus

ARISg

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a diligent and experienced Senior Pharmacovigilance Specialist to join their safety surveillance team based in Pretoria. This role is integral to ensuring the safety of patients by monitoring, detecting, and preventing adverse drug reactions. You will be responsible for managing and assessing safety data, ensuring compliance with global regulatory requirements, and contributing to the overall risk management of pharmaceutical products. This position requires a sharp analytical mind and a commitment to patient safety, working within a dedicated team committed to ethical drug use and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and assess adverse event reports from various sources (spontaneous, literature, clinical trials).
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of safety information to regulatory authorities worldwide.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of pharmacovigilance databases and systems.
• Perform signal detection activities and risk-benefit assessments for assigned products.
• Collaborate with regulatory affairs, medical affairs, and other departments on safety-related matters.
• Contribute to the preparation of periodic safety update reports (PSURs/PBRERs).

Requirements

• Degree in Pharmacy, Medicine, Nursing, or a related healthcare/life science field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in pharmacovigilance and drug safety surveillance.
• Thorough knowledge of global pharmacovigilance regulations and guidelines (e.g., GVP, FDA, EMA).
• Experience with safety databases (e.g., Argus, ARISg) and data analysis.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on diverse pharmaceutical products and contribute to global drug safety.
• Professional development and training opportunities in pharmacovigilance.
• Supportive team environment in the administrative capital, Pretoria.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.