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Associate Director, Global Pv Operations

8+ years
$185,000 - $210,000 per year
10 Sept. 27, 2024
Job Description
Job Type: Remote Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Position: Associate Director, Global PV Operations

Reports To: Head of Global PV Operations
Location: [Specify Location]

Job Description:
The Associate Director of Global Pharmacovigilance (PV) Operations is responsible for overseeing all drug safety-related activities for Ascendis’ product portfolio. This role entails collaboration with Study Management Teams and external vendors to ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support Study Management Teams (SMTs):

    • Actively represent the PV Operations team in Sponsored and Investigator Initiated Trials.
    • Review essential study documents, including Study Protocols, Safety Management Plans (SMPs), and Data Management Plans.
    • Support Serious Adverse Event (SAE) reconciliation activities for assigned studies.
    • Classify studies appropriately (e.g., interventional, non-interventional, Post Approval Safety Studies).
  • Vendor Oversight:

    • Oversee PV vendors and service providers to ensure they meet their obligations.
    • Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on Individual Case Safety Reports (ICSRs) and provide strategic input on case processing activities.
    • Ensure collection, reporting, and handling of adverse events from various sources in accordance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
    • Provide guidance and feedback on operational activities related to ICSR processing by PV vendors.
    • Develop training materials (e.g., SOPs) for targeted audiences as needed.
    • Advise Ascendis Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, and Commercial teams on PV matters.
    • Ensure timely ICSR submissions are maintained.
  • Pharmacovigilance Oversight:

    • Manage GVP and Patient Support Programs (PSPs) vendors under the guidance of the Head of Global PV Operations.
    • Liaise with functional units to identify Market Research and Patient Support Programs (MAPs) and ensure compliance with PV requirements.
    • Maintain oversight of Source Data Quality Check (SDQC) and Case Transmission Verification (CTV) activities.
    • Conduct training sessions to enhance awareness of pharmacovigilance requirements.
    • Identify compliance risks and develop action plans.
    • Support the implementation of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) as necessary.
    • Collaborate with the GCP/PV Compliance team to ensure effective oversight.
  • Additional Activities:

    • Represent the PV team during regulatory inspections or internal audits.
    • Collaborate with the Medical Safety Science team on assigned activities.
    • Manage Risk Management Plan implementation and associated tracking.
    • Maintain oversight of activities within the PV group under the direction of the Head of Global PV Operations.
    • Participate in crisis management activities as needed.

Competencies for Success:

  • Effective independent and collaborative work style.
  • Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrates ownership, initiative, and accountability.
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Strong strategic evaluation, analysis, and decision-making capabilities.
  • High level of commitment to the organization’s goals.

Requirements:

  • Master’s degree in a healthcare-related field with relevant pharmaceutical industry experience in drug safety.
  • Minimum of 8 years of recent experience in Pharmacovigilance.
  • Expert knowledge of FDA safety regulations, ICH Guidelines, and other relevant regulatory guidance; working knowledge of global safety regulations.
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 20% of the time.

Estimated Compensation: $185,000 - $210,000 per year

Benefits:

  • Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Disability Insurance

Ascendis is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.