Sr. Safety Associate

  • Location: Massachusetts, United States
  • Type: Contract
  • Job ID: 10322
  • Work Setting: On-Site
  • Posted: May 12, 2026
  • Closing Date: December 31, 2026
  • Tax Status: W2

Pharmacovigilance Specialist

6-month Contract 
Hybrid Cambridge, MA

Position Summary

The Pharmacovigilance Specialist is responsible for case processing and/or quality control activities related to clinical trial Individual Case Safety Reports (ICSRs) and post-market safety cases. This role supports timely and compliant safety reporting activities in accordance with global pharmacovigilance regulations and internal procedures.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform triage, intake, case entry, and quality control review of ICSRs originating from sponsored clinical studies and other assigned sources
  • Process safety cases within applicable timelines to support compliant regulatory reporting
  • Draft case narratives, perform MedDRA coding, and prepare follow-up queries as needed
  • Communicate event notifications to internal stakeholders
  • Conduct retrospective quality checks on completed cases to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Independently manage assigned workload, including coverage considerations for weekends and holidays
  • Collaborate with Data Management teams to review and resolve reconciliation issues between clinical and safety databases
  • Support investigations related to delayed regulatory reporting of clinical trial cases
  • Maintain compliance with global and local pharmacovigilance regulations, guidelines, and internal procedures

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Science, Healthcare, or related field
  • Minimum 4 years of pharmacovigilance experience
  • Experience processing ICSRs within safety database systems such as Argus, ArisG, and/or Veeva
  • Understanding of global safety reporting regulations and guidelines, including FDA, ICH, and EU pharmacovigilance requirements
  • Strong knowledge of medical terminology and clinical concepts
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
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