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GLOBAL SAFETY SENIOR MANAGER - QQPV Office
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WHAT YOU WILL DO
In this key position, the Global Safety Senior Manager provides essential support to the EU Qualified Person for Pharmacovigilance (EU QPPV) Office, ensuring full compliance with EU pharmacovigilance requirements and maintaining scientific oversight of safety operations. Core responsibilities include leading Post-Authorization Safety Study (PASS) processes, contributing to Risk Management Plan (RMP) and regulatory document reviews, and coordinating updates to the Pharmacovigilance System Master File (PSMF).
The role requires close collaboration with global safety officers, local safety teams, and cross-functional partners, while offering expert guidance on EU legislation and inspection readiness. Additional duties include representing the EU QPPV Office internally and externally, driving process improvements, and supporting pivotal initiatives to strengthen patient safety and regulatory standards. This position reports directly to the EU QPPV.
Key responsibilities:
During any periods of absence by the EU QPPV, initiate from the EU any steps to ensure all activities are prioritized to appropriate AMGEN staff to action upon any request from the agency or relevant proficient authorities.
Review and comment on EU RMPs, periodic/aggregate reports and other relevant documents for scientific oversight and compliance to applicable regulations and law.
Handle PASS process including maintenance of PASS tracker.
Determines post-authorization safety study (PASS) status in partnership with the Global Safety Officer (GSO).
Provides guidance for the set-up of a local PSMF for countries in emerging markets.
Collaborate with the PSMF Compliance and Oversight Lead, on the quarterly update and maintenance of the PSMF and act as back-up if needed.
Coordinate the update of Annex H2 by the GSOs.
Participate in local or global project teams as a subject matter expert in EU regulation and compliance.
As required, represent EU QPPV office internally and externally.
Author, contribute to, and review SOPs, MANs and other controlled documents relevant to the EU QPPV Office.
Escalate potential product safety issues or concerns to EU QPPV for input and resolution
As appropriate, review and perform impact analysis (also solution proposals) on Health Authority proposals for changes in pharmacovigilance regulations and guidelines.
Provide training on aspects of EU legislation as required.
Contribute to regular EU QPPV office meetings to ensure information on safety issues, regulatory safety issues, signals undergoing evaluation and other aspects of the PV system is efficiently communicated across the EU QPPV Office.
Undertake activities delegated by the EU QPPV as detailed in the PV System Master File and maintain a state of inspection readiness.
Be representative and point of contact for Health Authority Inspection and internal Audits within the remit of role and responsibility.
Performs other duties related to the position as necessary as defined in Standard Operating Procedures or as requested by their supervisor.
Provides operational business support to the EU QPPV Office. Lead initiatives/process improvement opportunities as designated by EU QPPV.
Partner with EU QPPV Management team to drive and implement strategy, goals and initiatives.
Collaborates cross-functionally with Local Safety Officers and other AMGEN departmental interfaces.
Proactively identify and resolve upcoming issues within the EU QPPV office and work with stakeholders as needed.
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WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. What we seek in you as an experienced professional, are these qualifications and skills:
Degree in Healthcare or Life Sciences.
Minimum 2 years in a leadership capacity, including leading teams, projects, programs or resource allocation.
Strong background in Pharmacovigilance (PV), including familiarity with PV processes and the Pharmacovigilance System Master File (PSMF).
Knowledge of safety evaluation and preparation of aggregate reports.
Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and time management abilities.
Proven collaboration skills with the ability to build relationships and work cross-functionally.
Ability to work effectively across multiple countries and cultures (preferred).
Skilled in delivering training (preferred).
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WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT OF US
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, so we work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.
Vast opportunities to learn, develop, and move up and across our global organization.
Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where colleagues are empowered to bring ideas to the table, take risks, and act.
Generous AMGEN Total Rewards Plan comprising healthcare, finance, wealth, and career benefits.
Flexible work arrangements.
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
AMGEN is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
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