Sr. Specialist, Safety

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Who We Are: At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs. What We Do: Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, neuroendocrine and neuropsychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids,* as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X and Facebook. (*in collaboration with AbbVie) About the Role: Support pharmacovigilance (PV) Operations activities including vendor oversight, case processing and submission. Develops and implements PV guidelines and ensures the uniform and timely processing of adverse event for NBI compounds in clinical development and post-approval. Ensures compliance with standard operating procedures and global regulations. The Sr. Specialist, Safety will work independently, with limited supervision. This position will require onsite participation at a minimum of 3 days a week, with the possibility of more based on business needs. _ Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to): Provide oversight of outsourced safety-related functions Coordinates and performs adverse event data entry, coding and assessment of adverse events, case review, follow-up, tracking of reports, and regulatory reporting activities to comply with protocol and regulatory specific requirements Prepare for expedited reporting of SAEs, including preparation of analysis of similar events Support the preparation of periodic safety reports in accordance with regulatory requirements and standard operating procedure Support signal detection and evaluation activities in accordance with SOPs and guidelines Participates in developing DSPV Operations SOPs and guidelines and provides staff training Acts as liaison to vendor for case processing activities and ensures adherence to processes and regulatory requirements Develops study specific case processing reference information for staff and provides training Supports safety database activities as needed Other duties as assigned Requirements: BS/BA in a scientific field or RN degree and 4+ years of pharmacovigilance or clinical and/or medical research or equivalent experience. Experience in and knowledge of drug safety databases (e.g., ARISg, Argus), signal evaluation and risk management, aggregate data analysis, interpretation and synthesis, and authoring periodic aggregate safety reports (e.g. PBRERs, DSURs) and RMPs. OR Master’s degree in scientific field and 2+ years of pharmacovigilance or clinical and/or medical research or equivalent experience. Experience in and knowledge of drug safety databases (e.g., ARISg, Argus), signal evaluation and risk management, aggregate data analysis, interpretation and synthesis, and authoring periodic aggregate safety reports (e.g. PBRERs, DSURs) and RMPs. OR PharmD or PA without experience Strong vendor management skills Ability to evaluate, interpret and synthesize scientific data Strong knowledge of ICH guidelines, US and EU pharmacovigilance regulatory requirements Knowledge of drug safety systems (e.g. ARISg and Argus) Strong knowledge of current PV practices Vendor management experience preferred Expertise in clinical trial and post-marketed PV Understands key business drivers and uses this understanding to accomplish work Has strong understanding of processes, procedures and systems used to accomplish the work and recognizes downstream impact on other functional areas Proficient with tools and processes that support work conducted by functional area Ability to work as part of a team; may train lower levels Excellent computer skills Strong communications, problem-solving, analytical thinking skills Detail oriented yet can see broader picture for department Ability to meet multiple deadlines, with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency Strong project management skills Team player with ability to function in a multi-disciplinary environment Self-motivated, detail oriented, and able to prioritize and plan effectively Strong technical skills software skills (i.e., MS Excel) #LI-SA1 Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer. We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description. _ The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $108,600.00-$157,350.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 20% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. We are a top place to work. Neurocrine Biosciences was named one of the FORTUNE Best Workplaces in Biopharma™ 2025. We were also named a Great Place to Work® Certified company. ©2025 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. OUR VALUES: PASSION: We are driven and love what we do. We are committed to our goals and to making a difference. INTEGRITY: We do the right thing for patients and our community. We take accountability. We speak up. COLLABORATION: We trust one another. We are inclusive. We are respectful. We are transparent. Together we succeed. INNOVATION: We seek and create optimal solutions. TENACITY: We do not quit. We adapt. We accomplish what others cannot. Come join our team during this exciting time of growth and opportunities!

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