Contribute to Global Medicine and Vaccine Safety
Are you passionate about the safe use of medicines and vaccines around the world? We're looking for a pharmacist with database expertise and strong skills in data management and retrieval.
Since 1978, UMC has been at the forefront of advancing pharmacovigilance science and practice. As a WHO Collaborating Centre, we are committed to improving global health by examining the potential adverse effects of medicines and vaccines, making patient care safer and more informed.
We are a dynamic, international team composed of pharmacists, physicians, data scientists, system developers, and communicators—all united by the belief that our work truly matters.
As a pharmacovigilance scientist within the VigiBase and Regulatory Services section, you will become deeply familiar with VigiBase, the world’s largest database of adverse event reports for medicines and vaccines. You’ll use your expertise to retrieve and analyze data, supporting various stakeholders in their research and signal detection efforts.
As a WHO Collaborating Centre for International Drug Monitoring, UMC manages and analyzes VigiBase, the WHO global repository of adverse event reports. Since 1968, over 40 million reports have been collected from more than 155 national pharmacovigilance centers worldwide, making VigiBase essential for identifying safety signals and advancing pharmacovigilance research.
The VigiBase and Regulatory Services section provides tailored search services to eligible stakeholders seeking access to VigiBase data. We also assist WHO PIDM members in overcoming technical barriers to data sharing, enabling them to meet membership obligations. Our team’s expertise spans VigiBase content and processing, as well as international pharmacovigilance regulatory policies and guidelines.
Join us in making a global impact on patient safety and drug monitoring!
Pharmacovigilance Scientist Application Deadline: Jan. 8, 2025 Uppsala Hybrid I'm interested Would you like to contribute to the safe use of medicines and vaccines globally? We are looking for a pharmacist with database experience and skills in data management and data retrieval. Since 1978, UMC has been dedicated to developing, supporting, and expanding the field of pharmacovigilance science and practice. As a World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating Centre, we support work around the world to examine the potential adverse effects of medicines and vaccines and contribute to safer, more informed care of patients. We are a diverse, international group of pharmacists, physicians, data scientists, system developers, communicators, and many other professionals motivated by a deep belief that the work we do matters. About the role As a pharmacovigilance scientist in the VigiBase and Regulatory Services section, you will become familiar with the inner workings of VigiBase, the world’s largest database of reports on adverse events for medicines and vaccines. You will apply your expertise and skills to retrieve data and provide guidance to various stakeholders who wish to access this data for research or signal detection purposes. As a WHO Collaborating Centre for International Drug Monitoring, we develop, maintain, and analyse VigiBase, the WHO global database of adverse event reports for medicines and vaccines. Since 1968, over 40 million reports have been collected by more than 155 national pharmacovigilance centres worldwide as members of the WHO Programme for International Drug Monitoring. The global diversity of VigiBase makes it a crucial source of data for identifying early safety signals and conducting pharmacovigilance research. The VigiBase and Regulatory Services section offers custom search services to provide eligible stakeholders with access to VigiBase data not covered by other UMC products. We also ensure that VigiBase can receive data from WHO PIDM members who face technical challenges in sharing their data, allowing them to fulfil their membership requirements. The team’s expertise encompasses VigiBase content and processing, as well as knowledge of international regulatory policies and guidelines related to pharmacovigilance. What you will do Support customers in defining search criteria based on their use cases. Adapt existing SQL scripts to meet customer needs. Deliver results according to current data access conditions. Contribute to the development of the service. Apply UMC’s research methods for defined use cases. Provide support on VigiBase data and processing principles, both externally and internally. - rewrite
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Pharmacovigilance Scientist
Location: Uppsala (Hybrid)
Application Deadline: January 8, 2025
Join Us in Promoting Global Medicine and Vaccine Safety
Are you passionate about contributing to the safe use of medicines and vaccines globally? We are looking for a pharmacist with expertise in database management and data retrieval to join our team.
Since 1978, UMC has been dedicated to advancing the field of pharmacovigilance science, and as a World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating Centre, we play a crucial role in examining the potential adverse effects of medicines and vaccines, helping to ensure safer, more informed care for patients worldwide.
Our diverse, international team consists of pharmacists, physicians, data scientists, system developers, communicators, and many other professionals, all united by a shared belief that the work we do is making a real difference.
As a Pharmacovigilance Scientist in the VigiBase and Regulatory Services section, you will gain in-depth knowledge of VigiBase, the world's largest database of reports on adverse events related to medicines and vaccines. Your expertise will help retrieve essential data and provide guidance to stakeholders who need access to this information for research or signal detection purposes.
As a WHO Collaborating Centre for International Drug Monitoring, we are responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing VigiBase, which holds over 40 million reports collected from more than 155 national pharmacovigilance centers worldwide. The global scope of VigiBase makes it an essential resource for identifying safety signals and conducting pharmacovigilance research.
The VigiBase and Regulatory Services section offers customized search services to provide eligible stakeholders with access to VigiBase data. We also assist WHO PIDM members who face technical challenges in data sharing, ensuring they can meet membership requirements. Our team brings expertise in VigiBase content, processing, and international regulatory policies related to pharmacovigilance.
By becoming part of our team, you'll be helping shape the future of pharmacovigilance, playing a key role in patient safety and global healthcare.
Apply now to contribute to safer global healthcare and the advancement of pharmacovigilance research!
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