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Senior Specialist, Pharmacovigilance, Epidemiology & Risk Management

Cencora
Cencora
4+ years
Not Disclosed
10 July 24, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./M.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life Science 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

Senior Specialist – Pharmacovigilance, Epidemiology & Risk Management (Noida, India)


Job Summary

Cencora (PharmaLex India Pvt. Ltd.) is hiring a Senior Specialist – Pharmacovigilance, Epidemiology & Risk Management in Noida, India (On-site, Full-time). You’ll lead high-impact pharmacovigilance (PV) activities including signal detection/management, PRAC responses, PSUR/PBRER/RMP/PADER/ACO authoring & review, SOP/WI creation, KPI oversight, audits, CAPA, and client-facing PV consulting. This role is perfect for PV professionals with 4+ years’ experience who are confident with global GVP, ICH, MedDRA coding, and regulatory authority interactions.

Salary / Compensation Range: Not disclosed in the description.


Key Responsibilities

  • Draft and defend responses to PRAC assessment reports and other authority requests/referrals.

  • Perform signal detection, signal validation and analysis, and advise on risk–benefit impact and regulatory communications.

  • Write, review, update and implement SOPs, Work Instructions, client specifications, and PV training materials.

  • Lead/own project(s) or project parts: planning, execution, client communication, and delivery to timelines and KPIs.

  • Author, review & maintain core PV documents: PBRER, PSUR, RMP, PADER, ACO.

  • Trigger, investigate and close non-conformities; perform root-cause analysis and drive CAPAs.

  • Support and defend client audits/inspections (preparation, response, follow-up action plans).

  • Design and optimize PV processes/tools with Service Line Leads/Heads.

  • Ensure client satisfaction, compliance (GVP, ICH-GCP, local laws), and high-quality deliverables.

  • Regularly escalate systemic issues to the Head of PV/Service Line Lead with solution proposals.

  • Contribute to resource planning, efficiency improvements, and invoicing scope control.


Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Minimum 4 years’ proven experience in Pharmacovigilance / Drug Safety.

  • Hands-on in PBRER, PSUR, RMP, PADER, ACO authoring/review.

  • Experience preparing PRAC responses and handling Health Authority queries.

  • Strong SOP/WI drafting, PV process design, and training development experience.

  • Solid understanding of:

    • EU GVP Modules (esp. Module IX – Signal Management)

    • ICH E2C(R2), ICH E2D, ICH-GCP, ISO 9001/14155 (as applicable)

    • Risk Management Plans (RMPs) & Benefit-Risk evaluation frameworks

  • MedDRA coding, case processing knowledge (ICSR lifecycle oversight is a plus).

  • Familiarity with PV databases / safety systems (e.g., Oracle Argus, ARISg, or equivalent).

  • Strong client communication, project management, KPI governance, and audit readiness.

  • Ability to lead complex PV deliverables, manage CAPA/Deviations, and drive continuous improvement.


Nice-to-Have / Preferred

  • Prior experience in consulting PV environments.

  • Exposure to global signal detection tools, EVDAS, E2B(R3).

  • Experience in process automation / analytics for PV KPIs.

  • Knowledge of quality management systems and inspection readiness programs.


Perks & Benefits (per company policy & local market practice)

  • Competitive full-time package (exact range not disclosed).

  • Career growth in a global healthcare & consulting leader.

  • Training & development opportunities.

  • Inclusive, EEO-compliant workplace committed to diversity & accessibility.


About Cencora (PharmaLex India Pvt. Ltd.)

Cencora is a global healthcare leader committed to creating healthier futures. Through its affiliate PharmaLex India, it delivers end-to-end pharmacovigilance, regulatory, and compliance solutions to pharma, biotech, and med-tech clients worldwide—ensuring quality, safety, and regulatory excellence across the product lifecycle.


Work Mode

On-site | Noida, India | Full-time


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Ready to lead complex pharmacovigilance, risk management, and signal detection programs for global clients? Apply today and help Cencora deliver safer therapies to patients worldwide.