Manager, Patient Safety and Pharmacovigilance Operations - Boston
2 days ago

Job description
At Kailera, we are bold, authentic and committed to our mission of developing therapies that give people the power to transform their lives and elevate their overall health.
Rooted in an entrepreneurial spirit and a team-oriented culture, we are working together to advance Kailera's mission to advance novel therapies for obesity and related conditions.
We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes collaboration, integrity, and excellence.As we expand, we seek the most talented individuals with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to join our team.
What You'll Do
Reporting to the Senior Director, Patient Safety and Pharmacovigilance (PSPV) Operations, the Manager, Patient Safety and Pharmacovigilance Operations will support the day-to-day safety vendor contracted activities and ensure that day-to-day activities are aligned with company standards and regulatory requirements, with a strong focus on quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Required location:
Waltham, MA (hub-based, onsite 3-4 days per week)
Responsibilities
Act as a subject matter expert on emerging global guidelines and regulations, assessing impact on existing procedures, and recommending updates
Support PSPV Operations in the development and maintenance of safety vendor documentation (e.g., SMP, SAE/AESI, Pregnancy Reporting forms, etc.)
Responsible for the oversight of the safety vendor ICSR case processing and reporting activities (e.g., ensuring high quality and compliant case processing and submission activities including narrative writing, coding (MedDRA), query resolution, reports generation, study closure, etc.), SAE Reconciliation support, and safety vendor metrics (e.g., KPIs and KQIs, etc.)
as defined in the SMPAct as primary day-to-day liaison with the safety vendor project manager and team leads to ensure efficient case workflow to meet PSPV and alliance partner obligations
Support in-line and/or retrospective case quality review (e.g., to assess coding accuracy, narrative completeness, data integrity, regulatory compliance, etc.)
Develop and maintain a robust and easily navigable PSPV SharePoint repository
Document, track, and escalate issues or quality trends as per process and the PV Quality Agreement. Identify process or quality gaps and contribute to effective, stage appropriate, and compliant solutions
Collaborate with the safety vendor to provide timely delivery of internal and external safety database data extract requests and support safety database activities (e.g., database updates, processes, new study configurations, access issue escalations, case processing conventions, system implementation/transitions, etc.)
Contribute to controlled document development and maintenance (e.g., SOPs, WIs, SAE/pregnancy forms, SMPs, etc.) and support inspection readiness activities
Support PSPV Aggregate reporting activities (e.g., signal detection, DSUR, risk management, literature review, etc.), as required
Promote a culture of compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement within the PSPV team and ensure effective communication with internal and external shareholders
Empowered to drive and/or support initiatives to standardize procedures, improve efficiency, and manage change within operations and PSPV as a whole
Support TMF filing activities
Participate in internal and external team meetings (e.g., clinical study team meetings, safety vendor governance activities, alliance meetings, etc.)
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 6+ years of experience in Drug Safety/Pharmacovigilance Operations within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
Working knowledge of global PV regulations, including FDA and ICH guidelines
Demonstrated working knowledge of safety databases (e.g., Argus), especially reports generation, PV dashboard, etc
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional, and matrixed environment with strong organizational, time management, and project prioritization skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skillsPrior PV Operations and safety vendor management experience required
Adaptable to changing priorities
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel
Must be able and willing to travel on occasion
Preferred Qualifications
Prior PV audit and/or inspection experience a plus
Safety database data retrieval experience preferred
Education
Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences (or equivalent experience) or a related field required. (BS, RN, preferred)
Salary Range
$127,000—$155,000 USD
For Full Time Roles:
This range represents the company's good-faith estimate of the salary at the time of posting. Actual pay may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, location, and internal equity. We also offer comprehensive health coverage, flexible time off, paid holidays, and a year-end shutdown.
Enjoy a monthly wellness stipend, generous 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, disability and life insurance, plus annual bonus opportunities and equity grants—because your well-being and future matter to us.
Equal Employment Opportunity InformationKailera Therapeutics, Inc.
is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, creed, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age (40 and over), sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, domestic victim status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
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