Pharmacovigilance is the monitoring of the effects of medicines after they have been licenced for use – a vital part of drug development for ensuring patient safety.
To work in pharmacovigilance you will need to have at least a BSc. Further qualifications in relevant areas can help your progression.
To help you in a pharmacovigilance career you can:
- Take part in clinical placements during your degree
- Engage with pharmacovigilance departments
- Develop knowledge on drug regulations and regulatory bodies
Organisations offering pharmacovigilance roles include:
- Hospitals
- Pharmaceutical companies
- Specialist pharmacovigilance contractors
- Government regulatory agencies