Safety Surveillance Associate

Pfizer • Collegeville, PA

411d • $69,700 - $116,100

About The Position

The Safety Surveillance Associate at Pfizer plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety profile of Pfizer's products by reviewing, preparing, and completing reports of adverse drug experiences. This position is integral to meeting regulatory requirements and involves collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance healthcare decisions regarding the safe use of medicines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a science-related field, pharmacy, nursing, or equivalent; healthcare professional qualification preferred.
• Health Care Professional (HCP) qualification (nurse, pharmacist, etc.).
• Ability to solve routine problems and surface issues constructively with supervision.
• Ability to make basic decisions with an understanding of the consequences.
• Demonstrated computer literacy, particularly in the use and management of relational databases.
• Ability to achieve personal objectives while meeting departmental standards of performance.
• Ability to work under supervision in a matrix organization.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in pharmacovigilance, clinical care, or clinical/scientific research.
• Knowledge of additional language(s).
• Experience and skill with medical writing.
• Knowledge of ARGUS safety database.

Responsibilities

• Identify and select routine cases for processing, determining appropriate prioritization criteria, and noting reasons for any delays.
• Assess cases to distinguish those with particular complexities and/or specific issues and escalate appropriately.
• Review, rank, verify, process and document event terms, case classifications, special scenarios, product complaint information, reportability with due date, and accuracy and consistency.
• Review case criteria to determine the appropriate workflow for case processing.
• Write and edit the case narrative.
• Generate reports, ensuring adherence to regulatory compliance timelines.
• Determine appropriate case follow-up, requesting follow-up letters when appropriate.
• Liaise with key partners regarding safety data collection and data reconciliation.
• Develop and maintain expertise and knowledge of all products within the Pfizer portfolio and applicable regulations.
• Consistently apply regulatory requirements and Pfizer policies.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions
• Paid vacation, holiday, and personal days
• Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
• Health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
• Participation in Pfizer's Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 7.5% of the base salary
• Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree