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    4. Undergraduate Pharmacovigilance Process Analyst 2023
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    Pfizer provides you with the opportunity to work with experts in the pharmaceutical industry and has a wealth of opportunities available across a variety of departments. Within Pfizer’s Worldwide Safety department, you can look forward to working with colleagues across different safety-related functions; developing a comprehension of pharmacovigilance; experiencing how the monitoring of serious adverse drug reactions influences the benefit risk profile of Pfizer products across various therapeutic areas; as well as building critical business skills and being a valued team member.

    Working as an Undergraduate Pharmacovigilance Process Analyst, you will work on product-related and non-product projects to support SPRR activities and safety processes, compliance activities and performance metrics.

    Responsibilities

    Your roles and opportunities may include a selection of the following:

    • Supporting Risk Management Committee meetings, including ensuring appropriate membership attendance, providing draft and final minutes, tracking actions.
    • Working with Process Analysts (PAs) and Safety Risk Leads (SRLs) to manage/maintain various Pfizer safety systems, including tools used for: tracking and evaluation of safety signals; monitoring of targeted medical events; monitoring safety signals in scientific literature; visualising and presenting safety data from ongoing clinical trials.
    • Leading and participating in ad-hoc projects to support and provide continuous improvement initiatives within the team.
    • Supporting a range of safety processes, which may include preparing and visualising data, updating and communicating safety information and documentation.
    • Supporting the safety monitoring activities of marketed products and those under clinical development.
    • Collaborating with global colleagues and building professional relationships using Pfizer’s digital tools.

    Skills you will develop may include the following:

    • Communication skills through liaising with colleagues.
    • Presentation skills when presenting work at meetings.
    • Organisational/prioritisation skills when working on a variety of projects/tasks.
    • Teamwork through partnership with various groups and individuals.
    • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office 365 applications and other safety systems.

    What other opportunities and benefits do Pfizer offer

    Pfizer offers a dynamic early careers community, giving you the opportunity to build your professional network with other undergraduates and apprentices. Pfizer offers a variety of volunteering opportunities in our local and STEM communities. Pfizer also offers access to a variety of internal colleague communities and external industry associations, depending on your interests. There may be opportunities to attend pharmacovigilance related training sessions or cross-industry conferences, depending on availability.

    When can I start

    Placements will start on 4th September 2023 and will run for 12 months.

    Person Specification

    Type of person we are looking for, in relation to ‘Skills’, ‘Knowledge’ and ‘Motivation’:

    • Completing placement as part of University Degree either through Year In Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year
    • On target for a Degree Classification in a Science or Medical discipline.
    • Detail oriented, excellent organisation skills, independent, work to established timelines and ensure timelines are met.
    • Competent in office computer applications, including: MS Office applications, document management systems (e.g. SharePoint, Documentum).
    • Effective communication skills, verbal and written.
    • Drive to lead and take part in collaborative working relationships within own team and across functions and global locations.
    • Must have the relevant authorisation to live and work in the UK.

    Who can apply

    Applicants must be completing placement as part of a degree course at a UK University, either through Year in Industry/Industrial Placement or Gap Year.

    This position will close for applications on 30th October 2022. Please note that we only accept application forms. Please do not send over your CV or cover letter as they will not be considered.

    Flexibility

    We aim to create a trusting, flexible workplace culture which encourages employees to achieve work life harmony, attracts talent and enables everyone to be their best working self. Let’s start the conversation!

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.