Senior Drug Safety Officer / QQPV

About this role

 TFSHealthScience is a leading global, mid-size Contract Research Organization(CRO) that partners with biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies throughouttheir entire clinical development journey. Our expertise includes fullservice-capabilities, resourcing and functional service (FSP) solutions.

QPPV/ Senior Drug Safety Officer is part of the Project Delivery organization and is responsible for management of Drug Safety and will work according to company policies, SOPs and regulatory requirements

Responsibilities         

· Hold QPPV responsibilities for some customers

· Act as a Project Manager for Post marketing Safety-only projects

· Write the safety parts in the PSUR/PBRER, RMP other safety documents

· Literature search

· Handling of spontaneous adverse event reports from the market, to ensure collection,

assessment and entering into the safety database in accordance with the TFS/clients’ SOPs and existing demands of the authorities

· Review and approval of processed cases and AE/SAE reconciliation

· Coding of adverse event, medical history and concomitant medication according to MedDRA and WHO-Drug Dictionary

· QC and approval of coding of adverse event, medical history and concomitant medication

· Electronic reporting to EudraVigilance

· Contribute to plans/instructions and SOPs for post approval surveillance

· Updating of templates for safety handling in specific studies/projects according to relevant SOPs

· Participate in relevant meetings. Forward information to relevant members of the department

· Provide internal support to other relevant departments

· Involved in improvement projects with other relevant departments

· Actively contribute to the organization and development of routines to enhance the work at TFS

· Validation of computer applications specific for the department with respect to drug safety requirements

· Being well-informed and updated on laws, directives and guidelines concerning

pharmacovigilance and other safety issues.

· Education and supervision of new Drug Safety personnel

· Participate in marketing activities

Qualifications: 

· Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in life science or nursing; or equivalent

· Extensive experience working as a QQPV

· Able to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

· Understand the medical terminology and science associated with the assigned drugs and therapeutic areas

· Understanding of the Pharmacovigilance legislation

· Ability to work independently as well as in a team matrix organization with little or no

supervision

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What We Offer

We provide a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity for personal and professional growth in a rewarding environment. You’ll be joining a team that values collaboration, innovation, and making a difference in the lives of patients

A Bit More About Us

Our journey began over 27 years ago in Sweden, in the city of Lund. As a full-service, global Contract Research Organization (CRO), we build solution-driven teams working towards a healthier future. Bringing together over 800 professionals, TFS delivers tailored clinical research services in more than 40 countries with flexible clinical development and strategic resourcing solutions across key therapeutic areas including Dermatology, Neuroscience, Oncology, and Ophthalmology.

Our core values of Trust, Quality, Passion, Flexibility, and Sustainability are our guiding light serving as the framework for decision-making at all levels of the organization. They assist us in attracting and retaining valuable talent who share our sentiments, resulting in high employee engagement and satisfaction. By aligning on these fundamental values, we cultivate a unified force, geared towards innovation and excellence. This collective effort propels us towards our shared goal and fosters a culture of mutual respect and collaboration. Together we make a difference.