Pharmacovigilance Specialist

Pharmacovigilance Specialist

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Time Type: Full Time

Posted On: Posted Today

Time Left to Apply: End Date: January 17, 2025 (2 days left to apply)

Job Requisition ID: R1456365

Why IQVIA

This role will be dedicated to one of IQVIA’s largest clients through a Functional Service Provider (FSP) type partnership. This means you get all the benefits of working for an industry leading global CRO while operating within a sponsor environment and utilizing sponsor systems. These sponsor clients include world class pharmaceutical and biotech companies offering you a unique opportunity to work on a team where your role is both challenging and rewarding, while working alongside colleagues who are passionate about influencing the future of medicine and advancing therapies. With IQVIA's FSP business unit, you become a core part of a dynamic team dedicated to reshaping the future of healthcare.

Additional Benefits:

1. Home-based remote work opportunities
2. Great work/life balance
3. Collaborate on projects and innovations with industry leaders in the Pharma and CRO sectors
4. Cohesive team environment fostering a collaborative approach to study work
5. Variety of therapeutic areas, indications and study phases
6. Job stability; long-term engagements and development opportunities
7. Career advancement opportunities

Primary Responsibility

Ensure ICSR case processing and related activities comply with regulatory requirements, company procedures, and PV agreements at local, regional, or global levels.

Inbound & Outbound ICSR Case Management

1. Handle receipt, assessment, and processing of safety information from various sources.
2. Enter safety data into the Global Inbound Receipt System (GIRS).
3. Provide safety information to partners within timelines.
4. Perform data entry for complex cases and follow-up for additional information.
5. Assist in quality review and translation of safety information.
6. Monitor and report ICSRs to Competent Authorities (CAs) or Business Partners (BPs).
7. Support LSO oversight and escalate non-conformance.
8. Liaise with stakeholders for case processing requirements.

Other Activities

1. Support vendor training, case review, and oversight.
2. Screen local literature for ICSRs and safety signals.
3. Conduct periodic reconciliation activities.
4. Respond to ad hoc requests and support innovation roll-out.
5. Coordinate cross-country case management activities.
6. Write or review procedural documents.
7. Mentor junior staff and quality check their work.
8. Lead or support critical projects.

Education & Experience Requirements

Degree in life, health, or pharmaceutical sciences (e.g., Pharmacist, Medical Doctor, Biologist).

Eligible candidates need to be based in Saudi Arabia

Essential Knowledge & Skills

1. Knowledge of general medicine, pharmacy, or clinical practice; proficiency in medical terminology.
2. Familiarity with ICSR-related PV procedural documents.
3. Expert knowledge of GIRS and/or OST modules.
4. Ability to prioritize and meet strict timelines.
5. Excellent communication skills in local and English languages.
6. Ability to negotiate and communicate with customers.
7. Understanding of pharmacovigilance legislation.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide.

To get there, it takes diverse skills and a curiosity to explore new possibilities. No matter your role, everyone at IQVIA contributes to our shared goal of improving human health. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us.