Pharmacovigilance Risk Management; PVRM Medical Director

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Alameda, CA:
King of Prussia, PAtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR6241
** SUMMARY/

JOB PURPOSE:

** The PVRM Medical Director is responsible for the medical review of Individual Case Safety Reports (ICSRs) for Exelixis products and is involved with other safety deliverables (eg safety surveillance) for assigned project(s). The role collaborates closely with Drug Safety Operations staff (on medical aspects of ICSRs) and Clinical Development (medical ICSR discussion and follow-up, as well as safety surveillance). The role supports regulatory compliance with pharmacovigilance regulations, safety signal detection/management, and contributes to the overall benefit-risk management of Exelixis products.
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* Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

** This role operates in a matrix environment within the drug safety function and cross-functionally with other departments. Responsibilities for this position include:
* Perform medical review of ICSRs for assigned product(s) in clinical development or for marketed products
* Ensure that ICSRs contain accurate medical content through appropriate querying and obtained source data verification.
* Collaborate closely with Drug Safety staff providing medical expertise and guidance for proper gathering, evaluation, medical assessment, and follow-up of ICSRs.
* Review and/or Author an Analysis of Similar Events (ASE) for expedited cases.
* Identify clinically important cases and lead the discussion on such cases by liaising with the medical monitor of the respective clinical study to discuss next steps.
* Review global literature for assigned products for identification of ICSRs and assess their reportability.
* Contribute to aggregate safety data reviews, signal evaluation, interpretation and documentation for assigned project(s) or product(s)
* Provide medical input in the development and maintenance of RMPs for assigned product(s)
* Contribute to science sections of the aggregate reports for assigned product(s)
* Provide medical input for the Reference Safety Information (RSI) for assigned product(s)
* Contribute/lead, participate and support Benefit-Risk Team meetings for assigned project(s) and product(s)
* Provide safety input in study protocols, study reports or high-level summary documents for regulatory filings for assigned project(s) or product(s)
* Prepare and present safety data for Data Monitoring Committees for specified project(s) or product(s)
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* Supervisory Responsibilities:

*** No supervisory responsibilities.
** EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE &

SKILLS:

**** Education/

Experience:

*** M.D. degree required and a minimum of 5 years of experience post-residency with at least 2+ years of clinical experience post-residency; or,
* Equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Completion of an accredited medical or surgical residency program is required. Board certification is preferred.
** Experience/The Ideal for Successful Entry into Job:
*** High level of medical competence with an ability to balance this with industry standards.
* A minimum of 5+ years of experience in a medical review role in the pharmaceutical industry with a strong understanding of relevant regulatory requirements.
* Prior experience in Oncology is preferred.
* Significant clinical experience (~ 5 years) may compensate for shorter experience in a pharmaceutical/biotech company
** Knowledge/

Skills:

*** Extensive knowledge of biotechnology/pharmaceutical sector drivers and practices
* Demonstrated and excellent knowledge of relevant international regulations, guidance and initiatives governing both clinical trial and post-marketing safety environments
* Demonstrates advanced skill and keen insight in gathering, sorting and applying key information to solve problems
* Demonstrates good organizational and planning skills by managing time, workload and resources of a team
* Leads and manages a team to execute on team objectives that contribute to accomplishing common functional and departmental goals
* Demonstrates clear and effective verbal and written communication. Provides timely and appropriate information updates. Speaks clearly and confidently in one-to-one situations and effectively presents information to cross-functional groups of team members and colleagues.
* Fosters collaboration among team members. Encourages teams to align on common goals. Engages internal and external stakeholders to build relationships.
* Good interpersonal skills and demonstrable ability to bring differing views to develop an agreed upon resolution
* Develops procedures, tasks and tools. Trains staff on departmental products, tools and data sources. Develops and maintains knowledge of cross-functional products, tools and data sources. Mentors junior team members.
** JOB COMPLEXITY:
*** Capable of proactively assessing workload, trends, tasks and priorities for area of responsibility
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