We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Product Vigilance Expert to lead and manage product vigilance activities.
This role ensures compliance with local regulations and global procedures for pharmacovigilance, cosmetovigilance, materiovigilance, and nutrivigilance. The successful candidate will serve as the primary point of contact for safety matters with local health authorities and oversee safety operations
Pharmacovigilance System Oversight
- Manage vendor resources across assigned territories.
- Support the Area Safety Head with inputs for the EEA Pharmacovigilance System Master File.
- Identify and investigate non-conformances; implement CAPAs.
Safety Management & Reporting
- Respond to safety-related queries from health authorities.
- Reconcile safety data with internal and external stakeholders.
- Oversee literature screening for AE reporting.
- Manage safety documentation and archiving.
- Ensure LOC personnel are trained on safety reporting.
- Monitor regulatory changes and notify authorities of safety issues.
- Submit safety reports (SAE, SUE, SUSARs, PSUR, RMP).
- Translate ICSR and PV documents as needed.
Collaboration & Strategic Support
- Contribute to global and local safety projects and initiatives.
Procedural Documentation
- Develop and maintain local procedures aligned with global standards and national regulations.
Audit & Inspection Readiness
- Support audits and inspections; respond to queries and implement CAPAs.
Vigilance Contract Management
- Manage vigilance clauses and contracts, including setup, revisions, and reconciliations.
Business Continuity
- Ensure local business continuity plans are in place, including AE reporting coverage and inspection readiness.
Education:
- Degree in a healthcare science discipline (e.g., Pharmacist, Nurse)
Experience:
- Minimum 3 years in the CRO/pharmaceutical industry with product vigilance responsibilities.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong organizational and workflow management skills
- Proficient in safety-related IT systems
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Ability to build relationships with internal teams and health authorities
- Deep understanding of local and global product safety regulations
- Native Spanish speaker; fluent in English
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. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com.
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IQVIA (NYSE:IQV) is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. IQVIA creates intelligent connections across all aspects of healthcare through its analytics, transformative technology, big data resources and extensive domain expertise. IQVIA Connected Intelligence™ delivers powerful insights with speed and agility — enabling customers to accelerate the clinical development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments that improve healthcare outcomes for patients. With approximately 70,000 employees, IQVIA conducts operations in more than 100 countries. To learn more, visit www.iqvia.com.
