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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a Drug Safety Specialist to join our dedicated team committed to ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance. The Drug Safety Specialist plays a crucial role in pharmacovigilance activities, ensuring that all medications meet the highest standards of safety and efficacy. This professional will be responsible for monitoring, evaluating, and reporting adverse drug reactions and other safety-related information to regulatory authorities and internal stakeholders.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pharmacology, clinical research, or healthcare, with a keen eye for detail and excellent analytical skills. You will collaborate closely with clinical teams, regulatory affairs, and quality assurance departments to ensure comprehensive safety monitoring and compliance with global regulatory requirements.
Your responsibilities will include reviewing clinical trial data, post-marketing surveillance reports, and literature to identify potential safety signals. You will also be responsible for preparing and submitting safety reports to regulatory agencies, maintaining accurate safety databases, and ensuring timely communication of safety information to healthcare professionals and patients.
In addition, you will participate in the development and implementation of risk management plans, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures. You will provide expert guidance on drug safety issues, contribute to training programs, and support audits and inspections by regulatory authorities.
The successful candidate must possess excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment. You should be proactive, organized, and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards.
This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute significantly to patient safety and public health. You will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to continuous improvement and innovation in drug safety practices. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and competitive compensation and benefits.
If you are passionate about patient safety, have a strong commitment to excellence, and are looking for a challenging and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply for this position. Join us in our mission to ensure the safe and effective use of medications, protecting patients and enhancing public health outcomes.
Responsibilities
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- Prepare and submit timely safety reports to regulatory authorities.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date safety databases and documentation.
- Collaborate with clinical, regulatory, and quality assurance teams to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Develop and implement risk management plans and safety protocols.
- Provide expert guidance and training on drug safety practices.
- Support regulatory audits and inspections related to pharmacovigilance activities.
Requirements
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- Minimum of 2 years of experience in pharmacovigilance or drug safety.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and guidelines related to drug safety.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in pharmacovigilance databases and reporting systems.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with pharmacovigilance databases and reporting systems?
- How do you stay updated with changes in drug safety regulations and guidelines?
- Describe a situation where you identified a significant safety signal and how you handled it.
- What strategies do you use to ensure accuracy and timeliness in safety reporting?
- How do you manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment?
