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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for drug safety remote 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.

What is the difference between Drug Safety Remote vs Pharmacovigilance Associate?

AspectDrug Safety RemotePharmacovigilance Associate
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree, training in drug safetyBachelor's degree, training in pharmacovigilance
Work EnvironmentRemote, home-basedTypically office or remote, depending on employer
Industry UsagePharmaceutical companies, CROs, biotech firmsPharmaceutical companies, regulatory agencies
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

Drug Safety Remote and Pharmacovigilance Associate roles share similar credentials and industry usage, often involving remote work for pharmaceutical and biotech companies. The main difference lies in terminology; Drug Safety Remote emphasizes the remote aspect, while Pharmacovigilance Associate refers to the specific job function within drug safety. Both roles focus on monitoring drug safety data, ensuring compliance, and reporting adverse events.

What are the most commonly searched types of Drug Safety jobs? The most popular types of Drug Safety jobs are:
Infographic showing various Drug Safety Remote job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $96,145 per year, or $46.2 per hour.

Workflow Manager Pharmacovigilance Operations, US Remote

Fortrea

Durham, NC • Remote

$80K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


Fortrea rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

45th of 57 rated research


Job description

The Workflow Manager Pharmacovigilance Operations is responsible for overseeing, optimizing, and ensuring the efficient execution of end-to-end case processing and safety workflows. He/she will be expected to comply with the legal requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, the COSHH regulations 1989 and the EC (European Commission) Directives 1992/3 as documented in the Company's Health and Safety Manual.

Summary of Responsibilities:

  • Manage end-to-endmovement of safety casesthrough all case processingworkflow steps,responsible for ensuringtimely case progression,identifying and mitigatingworkflow delays, andcoordinating staffingcoverage to support
    compliance with allreporting timelines
  • Monitor workload distribution across teams and ensure optimal resource utilization
  • Track case processing timelines to ensure compliance with regulatory and partner reporting requirements
  • Identify workflow bottlenecks and implement corrective actions
  • Provide workflow updates and performance metrics to leadership
  • Participate in the generation of monthly status and other project-specific reports ensuring the quality and accuracy of metrics/data are provided
  • Perform vendor and partner reconciliation activities as required
  • Participate in project team and client meetings, where appropriate and prepare for and / or participate in client or regulatory audits
  • Lead initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce turnaround times, and improve data quality
  • Monitor KPIs (e.g., case cycle time, compliance rates, backlog trends)
  • Collaborate with QA teams to maintain high-quality case processing and documentation standards
  • Support audit and inspection readiness activities
  • Maintain a comprehensive understanding of applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Work Instructions (WI), guidance documents, directives associated with Safety management, reporting and pharmacovigilance
  • Ensure all PV activities comply with global regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA, ICH E2E guidelines, etc.)
  • All other duties as needed or assigned.

Qualifications (Minimum Required):

  • BS/BA + 4 to 5 years of minimum safety experience*
  • MS/MA + 4 to 5 years of safety experience*
  • PharmD + 3 to 5 years safety experience*
  • Degree preferred to be in one or more of the following disciplines: Biological Sciences, Pharmacy, Nursing, Medical Sciences, Life Sciences, or related area.

* Safety experience includes actual experience processing AE/SAE reports, generating narratives, queries, working within safety databases, and experience with regulatory submissions.

Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.

Experience (Minimum Required):

  • Minimum of 2 years of pharmacovigilance (PV) work experience in US/Canada.
  • Advanced command of English language, including speaking, writing, and reading.
  • Strong knowledge of safety databases (e.g., Argus),workflow tracking systems, and case managementtools
  • Strong organizational and project management skills
  • Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities
  • Good understanding of ICH guidelines and global regulatory requirements for the reporting of adverse events for both marketed and investigational products.

Work Environment:

  • Work is performed in a remote based office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.
  • Occasional drives to site locations with occasional travel both domestic and international.

Physical Requirements:

  • Frequently stationary for 6-8 hours per day.
  • Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists
  • Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck
  • Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf
  • Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs
  • Regular and consistent attendance
  • Varied hours may be required

Pay Range: USD $80,000-$105,000 / annually

Benefits:All job offers will bebased on a candidate's skills and prior relevant experience, applicabledegrees/certifications,as well as internal equity and market data.Regular,full-timeor part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(K), Flexible time off (FTO).

Application Deadline: June 8, 2026

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