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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract pharmacovigilance in the United States is $46.22, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.92 and $55.29 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Contract Pharmacovigilance job involves monitoring, assessing, and reporting adverse drug reactions (ADRs) and ensuring compliance with regulatory safety requirements on a contractual basis. Professionals in this role may work for pharmaceutical companies, contract research organizations (CROs), or as independent consultants. Responsibilities typically include case processing, signal detection, risk management, and regulatory reporting. Contract roles offer flexibility in workload, duration, and employer, making them an attractive option for experienced pharmacovigilance professionals.

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As a Contract Pharmacovigilance professional, your typical day may involve monitoring and processing adverse event reports, conducting safety data reviews, and preparing regulatory submissions within specified timelines. You’ll often collaborate closely with clinical teams, regulatory affairs, and external partners to ensure that safety information is accurately captured and communicated. Tasks may also include maintaining safety databases, supporting audit readiness, and keeping up-to-date with changing global regulations. This dynamic role requires balancing multiple projects and adapting quickly to shifting priorities, making strong organizational and communication skills especially valuable.

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To thrive as a Contract Pharmacovigilance professional, you need a solid background in pharmaceutical sciences, data analysis, and adverse event reporting, typically supported by a relevant degree in pharmacy, life sciences, or a related field. Familiarity with safety databases (such as Oracle Argus or ArisGlobal), knowledge of regulatory guidelines (like FDA and EMA), and certifications in Good Pharmacovigilance Practices (GVP) are highly valuable. Strong attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams are standout soft skills in this role. These skills are essential for ensuring patient safety, regulatory compliance, and timely completion of contractual pharmacovigilance deliverables.

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Infographic showing various Contract Pharmacovigilance job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 32% Contract. Highlights an 84% In-person, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,145 per year, or $46.2 per hour.

Pharmacovigilance (PV)

Boston, MA • On-site

Other

Posted 22 days ago


Job description

Boston, MA
Contract Duration: 6-12 months
Rate: Negotiable
Responsibilities:

  • Excellent employment opportunity for a Pharmacovigilance (PV) in the Boston, MA area.
  • We are looking for a Pharmacovigilance Scientist (approximately 25 hours per week) who can support us in reviewing contracts and see if relevant Pharmacovigilance language is present or not in the contract.
  • This job has fair amount of administrative work and specifically requires the following high-level task to be performed:
    • Receive, triage a notification received from our system.
    • Review the contract and see if relevant PV language is needed or is already covered.
    • Coordinate with the business owner/legal to make sure PV language is inserted.
    • Track the reviews and perform reconciliation.
Experience:
  • Bachelor's Degree and 1-2 years of Pharmacovigilance experience.
  • Contracts knowledge would be an asset.