Global Periodic Aggregate Safety Reports Scientist in Bracknell

Location: Bracknell, UK (3/2 hybrid)

Reports to: Global Periodic Aggregate Safety Reports Group Leader

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ROLE OVERVIEW: As a Global Periodic Aggregate Safety Reports Scientist (Associate / Senior Associate / Manager / Senior Manager), your purpose is to ensure effective and accurate interpretation of global periodic reporting requirements. You will partner in the development of processes that reflect global regulatory trends and guidelines, aiming to represent best practices in the industry. In this role, you will report to the Sr. Director/Executive Director, Global Periodic Aggregate Safety Reports Group Leader.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Prepare, maintain, and communicate the Periodic Reporting Schedule to key stakeholders.
• Distribute PASRs to stakeholders, including safety affiliates and alliance partners.
• Prepare and submit DSURs and PBRERs/PSURs to the EMA within required timelines.
• Coordinate PADER/PAER waiver letters with GRA-NA and manage associated documentation.
• Maintain access to periodic reporting tools and generate submission and quality metrics.

Technical Expertise

• Monitor deliverables and track regulatory changes (ICH E2C(R2), EU regulations, FDA guidance) to ensure global compliance.
• Act as subject matter expert on SOPs, tools, and resources related to periodic reporting.
• Mentor and train cross-functional team members on periodic reporting requirements and processes.
• Collaborate across departments to collect, validate, and quality-check data for periodic reports.
• Identify risks and resolve workflow issues, recommending process improvements.
• Partner with Pharmacovigilance Surveillance, Signal Management, Quality, Legal, and other stakeholders on system development and process design.
• Support safety inspections and audits by preparing documentation and coordinating responses.

Quality and Compliance

• Deliver expected outcomes with minimal supervision.
• Support the EU QPPV in fulfilling legal responsibilities.
• Adhere to quality system documents, SOPs, and training requirements to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate on the creation and revision of processes and support regulatory inspections and internal audits.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a healthcare, scientific, or business discipline.
• Understanding of pharmacovigilance regulations and guidelines applicable to periodic safety reporting (ICH E2C(R2), ICH E2F, EU GVP Module VII, FDA periodic reporting requirements).
• Experience in preparation, review, or submission of periodic safety reports (PBRERs/PSURs, DSURs) within a pharmaceutical or CRO environment.
• Basic competence with medical and therapeutic terminology.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with guidance from documented procedures.

YOU'LL SUCCEED IN THIS ROLE IF:

You're a strong communicator who's comfortable working with diverse cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels. You take a proactive approach to problem-solving, spotting workflow issues early and finding practical solutions. You're naturally collaborative, able to build relationships across different functions, and you're happy to mentor and support colleagues, particularly when it comes to periodic reporting processes.

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