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Pharmacovigilance Scientist (Associate Director)
Pharmacovigilance Scientist (Associate Director)Astellas Pharma Inc. • Markham, ON
Pharmacovigilance Scientist (Associate Director)

Pharmacovigilance Scientist (Associate Director)

Astellas Pharma Inc. • Markham, ON
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Responsibilities :

As a key member of the PV Product Responsible team for his/her assigned products, and under the close supervision of the [Associate] Medical Director-level Product Responsible Person (PRP) the PV Scientist (PVS) will:

  • Assist the PRP in coordinating medical-scientific monitoring and assessment of the safety profile of one or more Astellas products.
  • Assist the PRP with the preparation of meeting materials/presentations for cross-functional meetings such as but not limited to: Product Responsible Teams Core Clinical Development and Core Medical Teams Global Development Safety Management Teams Joint Safety Management Teams Core Teams (Extended) Global Medical Affairs Core Medical Team
  • The PVS may also, as requested, attend these meetings with the PRP.
  • The PRP owns the strategic priorities and drives implementation, while the PVS supports and contributes as necessary applying knowledge of Therapeutic Area, regulatory science, and signal surveillance to manage characterization of the compound/product safety & benefit-risk profile. These activities will include, but not be limited to: Supporting the PRP in driving projects forward by active participation within a global matrix. Supporting the PRP in the development of the initial safety surveillance development strategy and leading subsequent updates to this strategy. Performing the first level safety signal detection and signal evaluation activities (e.g., safety database and literature review, health authority queries) for Astellas products, and finalizing these assessments in conjunction with the PRP
  • Support PRP in audits/ inspections and/or CAPA commitments.
  • Provide guidance and support to Medical Writing vendor staff, in partnership with the PRP, in developing key deliverables by actively participating in working sessions to create timely deliverables, share perspectives, and suggest improvements such as: Working closely with the PRP and vendor, support risk management activities of assigned products, including preparation of the Risk Management Plans (RMP) and execution of risk management strategies in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. In collaboration with the PRP, support vendors in the preparation of signal and risk evaluation discussion sections of PSUR, DSUR and PADERs.
  • Draft revisions of RSI section and expected events list for the IB in conjunction with risk evaluation during DSUR preparation and/or signal evaluations.
  • Responsible for the preparation of AOSE reports for IND SUSAR submission to the FDA.
  • Ensure the accuracy, quality, and timeliness of all assigned responsibilities and tasks
  • Assist with data requests, document preparation and/or review of data.
  • If requested, support the Project Coordinator with activities such as meeting scheduling, meeting minutes, and tracking of adherence to deliverables.

Quantitative Dimensions:

PV Scientists support Astellas-sponsored clinical trials and post-marketing studies by performing their assigned tasks, assisting the PRP in assessing the benefit-risk of the products. Lack of accuracy, quality, and timeliness may negatively impact product success and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.

Organizational Context:

This position is a new position within the PV Medical Safety Science function and within the Medical Safety Analyses sub-function. The position reports to the Head of the Medical Safety Analyses.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Required

  • Bachelor's degree with related health science background preferred or clinical pharmacy experience strongly preferred. Candidates lacking the preferred experience or appropriate Bachelor’s degree but with previous pharma experience may be considered.
  • Atleast two years PV experience or associated field (i.e., regulatory, clinical development, medical affairs), or relevant clinical practice (e.g., pharma/post-pharma fellowship) experience preferred, but not required.
  • Understanding of ICH/FDA regulations and guidelines affecting drug safety issues.
  • General understanding of safety signaling activities.
  • Competence in safety surveillance analysis and presentation, both orally and in writing.
  • Must be proficient with technology (Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Proficiency in MS Teams and SharePoint desired.
  • Proficiency in English language, both oral and written, to support working in global environment
  • Ability to communicate and present ideas both orally and in writing.

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off options, including Vacation, Sick time, plus national holidays including Heritage Days, and Summer and Winter Breaks
  • 401(k) match and annual company contribution
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Annual Corporate Bonus and Quarterly Sales Incentive for eligible positions
  • Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions
  • Referral bonus program
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