Senior PV Associate II at Acadia Pharmaceuticals

Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, United States

Acadia Pharmaceuticals Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biopharmaceutical, PharmaceuticalIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant scientific discipline. Clinical experience (e.g. RN, BSN, or PharmD) is preferred but not required
  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in postmarketing pharmacovigilance
  • Experience with ICSR processing, narrative writing and quality review
  • Working knowledge of global pharmacovigilance regulations (e.g., ICH E2A/B, FDA, EMA)
  • Familiarity with safety databases (e.g., Argus, ARISg), MedDRA and WHO Drug coding
  • Strong understanding of safety and pharmacovigilance principles

Responsibilities

  • Assist with oversight of pharmacovigilance vendor activities including but not limited to assessment, evaluation, tracking and reconciliation of safety information
  • Perform retrospective and in-line quality checks (QC) to ensure proper coding and processing of post-marketing reports which includes tracking and trending for issues as well as remediation effectiveness
  • Create and utilize trackers to assist team in monitoring vendor KPIs
  • Provide review of Individual Case Safety Reports [ICSRs], including case narratives, causality assessments and coding for assigned products
  • Ensure compliance with the required timelines for global safety submissions and assist with other PV compliance activities, as required
  • Participate in PV safety team and safety vendor meetings
  • Responsible for distributing and tracking meeting minutes with vendors and monthly reports
  • Assisting with providing safety information when requested by management
  • Ensure adherence to global regulations, company SOPs, and best practices in postmarketing safety
  • Assist with inspection readiness and support audits or health authority inspections as needed
  • Other duties as assigned

Skills

Pharmacovigilance
Drug Safety
Postmarketing Surveillance
Adverse Event Reporting
Regulatory Reporting
Case Processing
Signal Detection
Risk Management

Acadia Pharmaceuticals

Develops therapies for neurological disorders

About Acadia Pharmaceuticals

Acadia Pharmaceuticals develops therapies for neurological disorders, focusing on conditions like Parkinson's disease, schizophrenia, and Rett syndrome. The company conducts extensive research and clinical trials to create drugs that are safe and effective, seeking approval from regulatory bodies like the FDA before bringing them to market. Acadia differentiates itself by targeting areas with significant unmet medical needs, ensuring that their products address critical health challenges. Their goal is to improve the quality of life for patients suffering from these disorders while also promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within their operations.

Dallas, TexasHeadquarters
1993Year Founded
$813.4MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement

Risks

Increased competition in CNS drug market may impact Acadia's market share.
Potential clinical trial delays could affect drug approval timelines.
Dependence on partnerships poses risks if collaborations face challenges or dissolve.

Differentiation

Acadia focuses on CNS disorders with unmet medical needs, like Parkinson's and Rett syndrome.
The company has a strong R&D foundation, developing innovative small molecule drugs.
Acadia's strategic partnerships enhance its research capabilities and market reach.

Upsides

Acadia's collaboration with Saniona expands its portfolio with SAN711 for neurological disorders.
Health Canada's approval of Daybue boosts Acadia's presence in the Canadian market.
The rise of personalized medicine aligns with Acadia's targeted therapy approach.

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