Japan
Job ID: IPXJ-247615 | Remote
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Pharmacovigilance Specialist
About the Role
As a Pharmacovigilance Specialist, you will support all safety-related activities across clinical development and post-marketing phases on behalf of our clients. You will be responsible for Individual Case Safety Report (ICSR) management, Clinical Trial submissions, literature review, aggregate report contributions and signal management support, ensuring compliance with the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA), Japan. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with strong attention to detail, working knowledge of global PV standards (ICH, GVP, CIOMS), and experience operating in a fast-paced outsourced services environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform end-to-end clinical trials and post-marketing pharmacovigilance activities, including case intake, data entry, quality review, regulatory submission, and case reconciliation
- Perform targeted and systematic literature searches to identify reportable adverse events and relevant safety signals
- Assist in the drafting, review, and quality control of aggregate safety reports such as PSURs, PBRERs, and DSURs, as well as risk management documentation (e.g., RMPs, aRMMs)
- Contribute to the development, periodic review, and maintenance of pharmacovigilance Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and related work instructions
- Support inspection and audit readiness by participating in internal/external audits and following up on Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs)
- Deliver or support PV-related training for both client-facing teams and internal staff members
- Maintain proactive and professional communication with clients and internal stakeholders regarding project timelines, safety deliverables, and compliance expectations
- Ensure all activities are performed in accordance with client-specific procedures and iPharmX quality and compliance standards
- Monitor and meet key performance indicators (KPIs) and coordinate closely with the Project Manager to ensure timely and accurate deliverables
- Manage translation activities as required
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Medicine, Nursing, or related discipline
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on pharmacovigilance experience in a CRO, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology environment
- In-depth understanding of global PV regulations and guidance (EMA GVP, FDA, ICH), with hands-on pharmacovigilance experience with the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA), Japan
- Practical working knowledge of reporting requirements and processes through the PMDA Safety Reporting systems and electronic submission pathways (e.g., JP-ICSRS), including periodic reports and expedited reporting
- Fluent in English and Japanese
3+ Years Experience
Pharmacovigilance
English + Japanese
Remote