Overview Director, Local Pharmacovigilance (LPV) role at Servier Pharmaceuticals . The LPV Director (deputy local person responsible for pharmacovigilance) is part of the Medical Affairs Group, reporting to the Head of Local Pharmacovigilance and having a functional link with the European Economic Area Qualified Person for Pharmacovigilance (EEA QPPV). The LPV Director is responsible for maintaining an appropriate local PV system and for performing PV activities described in PHARMA-SOP-106. This role helps shape and execute the local pharmacovigilance strategy, drives regulatory compliance, and fosters a culture of safety excellence. Works closely with Medical Affairs, Global Safety, Regulatory Affairs, Field employees, and Market Access.
Primary Responsibilities Lead the local PV function to ensure timely receipt and accurate reporting of all safety issues within the portfolio, in compliance with internal procedures and local regulations
Maintain oversight of safety risk management and all pharmacovigilance activities in the territory
Prepare and maintain local PV procedures in compliance with Global SOPs and local regulations
Ensure that Servier Pharmaceuticals employees and collaborators receive an appropriate level of PV training, adapted to their role, to identify and process PV information
Hire, develop, and retain a high-performing pharmacovigilance team. Oversee PV requirements for contracts governing Investigator-sponsored studies (ISS) and other post-marketing collaborations and initiatives
Ensure pharmacovigilance compliance and inspection readiness across all affiliate functions
Participate in inspections performed by Regulatory Agencies and in internal PV Audits
Other responsibilities as described in PHARMA-SOP-106 or as directed by the functional management
Specific Responsibilities for Post-Marketing Pharmacovigilance Ensure implementation of a local Quality Management System (QMS) in line with global and local pharmacovigilance legislation, quality documents, and local needs; monitor the local quality document update timelines
Ensure collection, review, and follow-up of local PV information from post-marketing sources (spontaneous, solicited, literature, regulatory) and transmission of accurate and complete cases to Global Safety (GS), per PHARMA-SOP-005; monitor transmission timelines
Ensure collection, review and follow-up of safety information for products under Early Access Programs (compassionate use) and transmission to Global Safety
Maintain direct contact with Healthcare Professionals (HCP) to document PV cases, as needed, and monitor follow-up requests timelines
Submit ICSRs to the FDA, if not performed centrally, maintain a log of data collected and transmitted, and monitor ICSR submission compliance
Communicate risk minimisation measures to all Servier staff and to HCPs as applicable, in collaboration with Regulatory Affairs
Screen local scientific journals not indexed in international databases and collect corresponding safety information; review Post Authorization Programs for safety data management
Oversee signal evaluation reports posted in WRA Portal by Global Safety
Provide PV training for local employees and collaborators; document KPIs related to affiliates’ PV training for oversight
Ensure regulatory compliance and screening of regulatory intelligence
Participate in establishing PV agreements with partners and PV provisions for contracts with sponsor-investigators and service providers
Be informed of all local contracts with PV impact; monitor compliance of locally outsourced PV activity
Ensure monthly reconciliations with product complaints/quality defects and medical information functions
Ensure monthly reconciliations with other Servier functions and service providers that contribute PV information
Maintain a list of internet and digital media sources in the territory and share with Global Safety International Unit as requested
Participate in internal PV system audits and regulatory inspections; implement CAPA within defined timelines
Archive local PV documents (safety/ICSR data and records) per local PV regulatory requirements and data protection
Set up and maintain a Business Continuity Plan (BCP), in collaboration with the dotted line manager (including 24/7 system for collecting safety information)
Education and Required Skills Medical doctor (preferred) or clinical pharmacist with broad specialty and experience
8+ years of experience in pharmacovigilance within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
Strong leadership skills
High personal ethical standards and strict confidentiality
Excellent analytical and investigative skills
Ability to synthesize complex data
Exceptional organizational and project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines
Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to distill complex safety data into actionable insights
Experience managing teams, cross-functional leadership, and thriving in a matrix organization
Experience in people management and development
Travel and Location Boston-based, onsite in Seaport office 2-3x per week
Minimal travel as required
Servier’s Commitment Servier is committed to modeling diversity, equity, and inclusion within the industry. We foster an environment that maintains equitable treatment for all and welcome applicants who are passionate, committed, and innovative. We encourage candidates to apply to open roles and consider experiences and skills beyond what is listed in the job description.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full-time
Job function Science, Other, and Research
Industries Pharmaceutical Manufacturing and Biotechnology Research
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