Introduction

Local Pharmacovigilance Responsible (Deputy LPV)

(6 to 12-month contract) Laval, Quebec (Hybrid)

What are you going to do 

Responsibilities

  • Support the implementation and maintenance of the local pharmacovigilance system in accordance with global and local regulatory requirements.
  • Manage and process adverse event reports and other pharmacovigilance cases from all sources in compliance with internal procedures and reporting timelines.
  • Conduct local literature reviews and ensure appropriate processing of safety information identified through literature monitoring.
  • Support local signal detection activities and communicate potential safety signals to Global Safety.
  • Maintain oversight of safety reporting activities related to clinical studies, non-interventional studies, and patient support or compassionate use programs.
  • Provide local safety information for periodic safety reports and ensure local regulatory submissions are completed as required.
  • Support the implementation and monitoring of Risk Management Plans (RMPs) and additional Risk Minimization Measures (RMMs).
  • Coordinate responses to safety-related inquiries from regulatory authorities and support safety communications to healthcare professionals and consumers.
  • Contribute to local labeling updates and implementation of safety-related regulatory commitments.
  • Maintain the local pharmacovigilance quality system, including training, compliance monitoring, documentation, and record management.
  • Participate in the establishment, maintenance, and oversight of pharmacovigilance agreements with third-party partners and service providers.
  • Support business continuity planning to ensure uninterrupted pharmacovigilance operations.
  • Monitor changes in local pharmacovigilance regulations and assess their impact on local processes.
  • Act as a key contact during pharmacovigilance audits and inspections and support the implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
  • Promote a culture of patient safety, regulatory compliance, and pharmacovigilance awareness across the organization.

Essential skills and knowledge 

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing, Medicine, or a related scientific discipline.
  • Minimum 5 years of pharmacovigilance experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO industry.
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience managing pharmacovigilance case processing and safety reporting activities.
  • Strong knowledge of Canadian pharmacovigilance regulations, Health Canada requirements, and Good Pharmacovigilance Practices (GVP).
  • Experience supporting pharmacovigilance compliance activities, including CAPA management and quality system processes.
  • Bilingualism (English and French) required.
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining compliance with regulatory timelines.

What we offer

What We Offer

Why apply through Brunel? Finding the next step in your career can be a fulltime job in itself. We manage the process for you: from submitting your resume to coordinating interviews to extending offers and assisting with on-boarding. We'll get you going while you get on with the job.

About Us

Brunel has a reputation for working with some of the best in the business. That's what we continually strive for. Over 45 years, we've created a global network of interesting clients and talented individuals working together through a vast array of services.

Closing: 25 October 2026

Do you have questions?

Vacancy reference: CR-294817

KV

Corporate recruiter

Kelsea Vessey

+1 403 539 5009

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days.

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview.

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

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