Servier Group
Director, Local Pharmacovigilance
About Servier
Servier in the U.S. is a Boston-based, commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company launched by Servier Group in 2018. As a privately held organization, Servier is uniquely positioned to advance cutting‑edge science, tackle underserved therapeutic areas and make patients the focus of every strategic decision.
Role Summary The Director, Local Pharmacovigilance (LPV) is part of the Medical Affairs Group, reporting to the Head of Local Pharmacovigilance and also having a functional link with the European Economic Area Qualified Person for Pharmacovigilance (EEA QPPV – dotted line reporting). The LPV Director (deputy local person responsible for pharmacovigilance) is responsible for maintaining an appropriate local PV system and for performing PV activities as described in PHARMA‑SOP‑106. This individual will help shape and execute the local pharmacovigilance strategy, drive compliance with regulatory requirements, and foster a culture of safety excellence within the organization. The role works closely with medical affairs colleagues and cross‑functional colleagues such as Global Safety, Regulatory Affairs, Field employees, and Market Access.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead the local PV function to ensure the timely receipt and accurate reporting of all safety issues within the portfolio, in compliance with internal procedures and local regulations
Maintain oversight of safety risk management and of all pharmacovigilance activities in the territory
Prepare and maintain local PV procedures in compliance with Global SOPs and local regulations
Ensure that all Servier Pharmaceuticals employees and collaborators receive an level of PV training, adapted to their role, and which will enable them to identify and process PV information appropriately
Hire, develop, and retain a high‑performing pharmacovigilance team. Oversee the PV requirements for contracts governing Investigator‑Sponsored Studies (ISS) and other post‑marketing collaborations and initiatives
Ensure pharmacovigilance compliance and inspection readiness across all affiliate functions
Participate in inspections performed by Regulatory Agencies and in internal PV Audits
Other responsibilities as described in PHARMA‑SOP‑106 or as directed by the functional management
Specific Responsibilities for Post‑Marketing Pharmacovigilance
Ensure implementation of a local Quality Management System (QMS) in line with the global and local pharmacovigilance legislation, quality documents, and local needs; monitor the local quality document update timelines
Ensure collection, review, and follow‑up of local PV information received from all post‑marketing sources (spontaneous, solicited, literature, regulatory) and transmission of accurate and complete cases to Global Safety (GS), in compliance with the timeframes established in PHARMA‑SOP‑005; monitor the timelines of transmission
Ensure collection, review and follow‑up of safety information for products available under Early Access Programs (i.e., compassionate use) and transmission to Global Safety
Ensure direct contact with Healthcare Professionals (HCP) to accurately document the PV cases, where necessary, and monitor the follow‑up requests timelines
Electronic submission of ICSDs to the FDA, maintaining a log of data collected and transmitted to the Regulatory Agency, and monitoring compliance of ICSR submissions
Ensure that the information on the risk minimisation measures is delivered to all Servier staff as well as to HCP if applicable, in collaboration with the responsible person for Regulatory Affairs
Ensure screening of local scientific journals not indexed in any of the international literature databases and collection of the corresponding safety information
Review of the Post‑Authorization Programs with regards to collection, notification and management of safety data, considering the Risk Management Plan (if applicable) and the type of program
Ensure oversight of signal evaluation report posted in WRA Portal by Global Safety
Ensure the PV training of local employees and collaborators; KPI related to affiliate's employee PV training will be documented and provided to the EEA‑QPPV for oversight
Ensure compliance with the local regulatory requirements and screening of regulatory intelligence
Participate in establishing PV agreements with partners and PV provisions for contracts with sponsor‑investigators and service providers
Be informed of all local contracts with pharmacovigilance impact
Monitor the compliance of any locally outsourced PV activity
Ensure monthly reconciliation with functions responsible for product complaints/quality defects and medical information
Ensure monthly reconciliations with other Servier functions and with service providers that can be sources of PV information
Maintain a list of the internet and digital media websites existing in the territory and share this information with the Global Safety International Unit upon request
Participate in internal audits of the local system of pharmacovigilance and in inspections performed by the Regulatory Agency (in collaboration with the concerned departments); implement the CAPA plan within the defined timelines
Archive local PV documents (safety/ICSRs data and records) according to local pharmacovigilance regulatory requirements and data protection rules
Set up and maintain a Business Continuity Plan (BCP), in collaboration with the dotted line manager (including management of ICSDs and a local 24/7 system to collect any safety information)
Education and Required Skills
Medical doctor (preferred) or clinical pharmacist with broad specialty and experience
8+ years of experience in pharmacovigilance within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
Strong leadership skills
High personal ethical standards and strict sense of confidentiality
Excellent analytical and critical investigative skills
Capacity to synthesize complex data
Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple complex priorities and deadlines
Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to distill complex safety data into actionable insights
Experience managing teams, demonstrated cross‑functional leadership skills, and the ability to thrive within a matrix organisational structure
Experience in people management and development
Travel and Location Boston‑based preferred (onsite in Seaport office 2‑3x per week)
Minimal travel as required
Servier’s Commitment Servier is committed to modelling diversity, equity, and inclusion within the industry. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that maintains equitable treatment for all and we welcome applicants who are passionate, committed, and innovative individuals. We encourage candidates to apply to our open roles as we are always willing to consider experiences and skills beyond what is listed in the job description.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Salary Range The salary range for this role is $205,000 - 245,000. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organisational needs. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. Employees in this position are also eligible for Short‑Term and Long‑Term incentive programmes. Servier also offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes benefits such as medical, dental, vision, flexible time off (Servier provides unlimited sick time and flex time, and does not accrue time off), 401(k), life and disability insurance, recognition programmes among other great benefits (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information on our benefits, please visit this link.
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Role Summary The Director, Local Pharmacovigilance (LPV) is part of the Medical Affairs Group, reporting to the Head of Local Pharmacovigilance and also having a functional link with the European Economic Area Qualified Person for Pharmacovigilance (EEA QPPV – dotted line reporting). The LPV Director (deputy local person responsible for pharmacovigilance) is responsible for maintaining an appropriate local PV system and for performing PV activities as described in PHARMA‑SOP‑106. This individual will help shape and execute the local pharmacovigilance strategy, drive compliance with regulatory requirements, and foster a culture of safety excellence within the organization. The role works closely with medical affairs colleagues and cross‑functional colleagues such as Global Safety, Regulatory Affairs, Field employees, and Market Access.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead the local PV function to ensure the timely receipt and accurate reporting of all safety issues within the portfolio, in compliance with internal procedures and local regulations
Maintain oversight of safety risk management and of all pharmacovigilance activities in the territory
Prepare and maintain local PV procedures in compliance with Global SOPs and local regulations
Ensure that all Servier Pharmaceuticals employees and collaborators receive an level of PV training, adapted to their role, and which will enable them to identify and process PV information appropriately
Hire, develop, and retain a high‑performing pharmacovigilance team. Oversee the PV requirements for contracts governing Investigator‑Sponsored Studies (ISS) and other post‑marketing collaborations and initiatives
Ensure pharmacovigilance compliance and inspection readiness across all affiliate functions
Participate in inspections performed by Regulatory Agencies and in internal PV Audits
Other responsibilities as described in PHARMA‑SOP‑106 or as directed by the functional management
Specific Responsibilities for Post‑Marketing Pharmacovigilance
Ensure implementation of a local Quality Management System (QMS) in line with the global and local pharmacovigilance legislation, quality documents, and local needs; monitor the local quality document update timelines
Ensure collection, review, and follow‑up of local PV information received from all post‑marketing sources (spontaneous, solicited, literature, regulatory) and transmission of accurate and complete cases to Global Safety (GS), in compliance with the timeframes established in PHARMA‑SOP‑005; monitor the timelines of transmission
Ensure collection, review and follow‑up of safety information for products available under Early Access Programs (i.e., compassionate use) and transmission to Global Safety
Ensure direct contact with Healthcare Professionals (HCP) to accurately document the PV cases, where necessary, and monitor the follow‑up requests timelines
Electronic submission of ICSDs to the FDA, maintaining a log of data collected and transmitted to the Regulatory Agency, and monitoring compliance of ICSR submissions
Ensure that the information on the risk minimisation measures is delivered to all Servier staff as well as to HCP if applicable, in collaboration with the responsible person for Regulatory Affairs
Ensure screening of local scientific journals not indexed in any of the international literature databases and collection of the corresponding safety information
Review of the Post‑Authorization Programs with regards to collection, notification and management of safety data, considering the Risk Management Plan (if applicable) and the type of program
Ensure oversight of signal evaluation report posted in WRA Portal by Global Safety
Ensure the PV training of local employees and collaborators; KPI related to affiliate's employee PV training will be documented and provided to the EEA‑QPPV for oversight
Ensure compliance with the local regulatory requirements and screening of regulatory intelligence
Participate in establishing PV agreements with partners and PV provisions for contracts with sponsor‑investigators and service providers
Be informed of all local contracts with pharmacovigilance impact
Monitor the compliance of any locally outsourced PV activity
Ensure monthly reconciliation with functions responsible for product complaints/quality defects and medical information
Ensure monthly reconciliations with other Servier functions and with service providers that can be sources of PV information
Maintain a list of the internet and digital media websites existing in the territory and share this information with the Global Safety International Unit upon request
Participate in internal audits of the local system of pharmacovigilance and in inspections performed by the Regulatory Agency (in collaboration with the concerned departments); implement the CAPA plan within the defined timelines
Archive local PV documents (safety/ICSRs data and records) according to local pharmacovigilance regulatory requirements and data protection rules
Set up and maintain a Business Continuity Plan (BCP), in collaboration with the dotted line manager (including management of ICSDs and a local 24/7 system to collect any safety information)
Education and Required Skills
Medical doctor (preferred) or clinical pharmacist with broad specialty and experience
8+ years of experience in pharmacovigilance within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
Strong leadership skills
High personal ethical standards and strict sense of confidentiality
Excellent analytical and critical investigative skills
Capacity to synthesize complex data
Exceptional organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple complex priorities and deadlines
Exceptional communication and presentation skills with the ability to distill complex safety data into actionable insights
Experience managing teams, demonstrated cross‑functional leadership skills, and the ability to thrive within a matrix organisational structure
Experience in people management and development
Travel and Location Boston‑based preferred (onsite in Seaport office 2‑3x per week)
Minimal travel as required
Servier’s Commitment Servier is committed to modelling diversity, equity, and inclusion within the industry. We are dedicated to fostering an environment that maintains equitable treatment for all and we welcome applicants who are passionate, committed, and innovative individuals. We encourage candidates to apply to our open roles as we are always willing to consider experiences and skills beyond what is listed in the job description.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Salary Range The salary range for this role is $205,000 - 245,000. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organisational needs. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. Employees in this position are also eligible for Short‑Term and Long‑Term incentive programmes. Servier also offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes benefits such as medical, dental, vision, flexible time off (Servier provides unlimited sick time and flex time, and does not accrue time off), 401(k), life and disability insurance, recognition programmes among other great benefits (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). For more information on our benefits, please visit this link.
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