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Anita Chaudhary

Anita Chaudhary

Raleigh,NC

Summary

Accomplished Drug Safety & Pharmacovigilance professional with 9+ years of cross-functional experience spanning CROs, pharmaceutical firms, and NGOs. Expert in end-to-end ICSR case management, SUSAR processing, causality/expectedness assessments, and global regulatory submissions (FDA, EMA). Proven track record in authoring high-quality narratives, line listings, DSURs, PSURs, and case review summaries (CRS). Adept in Argus, Nukleus, Veeva Vault, MedDRA, and WHO-DD coding. Brings additional strengths in TMF oversight, clinical documentation, and quality systems. Currently pursuing an M.S. in Clinical Research Management – Drug Safety & Pharmacovigilance at Rutgers University. Committed to elevating global patient safety through scientific rigor, compliance excellence, and data-driven signal evaluation. Seeking a Drug Safety Scientist role to drive proactive risk management and safety innovation.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Pharmacovigilance Associate

FHI Clinical
04.2022 - Current
  • Led global clinical trial safety operations across all study phases (start-up to close-out), ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Prepared and reviewed safety documents including Safety Management Plans (SMPs), SAE Report Forms, pharmacovigilance trackers, reconciliation plans and safety workflow, reducing safety reporting turnaround by 25%.
  • Processed 2,500+ ICSRs end-to-end in Argus and Nukleus: triage, data entry, MedDRA coding, narrative writing, quality control, follow-up, and regulatory submissions with 100% compliance.
  • Collaborated with investigators, physicians, and sponsors to clarify safety data and monitor safety signals.
  • Assisted in routine monitoring and perform preliminary analysis of safety data to identify potential safety signals, supporting the preparation of comprehensive safety data summaries and documentation for signal evaluation and risk assessment.
  • Reconciled clinical and safety databases to maintain data integrity and accuracy.
  • Authored and reviewed safety-related sections of CSRs, DSURs, PSURs, Protocols, and Investigator’s Brochures per sponsor timelines and regulatory standards.
  • Delivered training on safety database use and reporting compliance to internal teams and 50+ global clinical sites, enhancing data quality and reporting accuracy.
  • Supported health authority inspections and sponsor audits by preparing inspection-ready documentation, achieving zero critical findings.
  • Facilitated PSRT and DSMB meetings by compiling safety data summaries, documenting action items, and drafting minutes.
  • Mentored junior PV staff and delegated tasks to optimize team productivity and knowledge sharing.
  • Maintained validated safety systems and PVG trackers and safety filing structure, including TMF filing of safety documents, supporting audit readiness and contributing to zero critical findings.
  • Contributed to SOP development and updates aligned with ICH, CIOMS, and regional regulations to enhance pharmacovigilance processes.
  • Managed onshore teams and vendors, monitoring workloads and ensuring quality of ICSR processing.

TMF Specialist II

FHI Clinical
08.2021 - 04.2022
  • Managed full lifecycle of paper and electronic Trial Master Files (TMFs/eTMFs) including setup, maintenance, QC, archival, and destruction in compliance with ICH-GCP and regulatory standards.
  • Developed and reviewed TMF management plans and indexes, coordinating with clinical teams to support study milestones and audit readiness.
  • Performed quality control reviews, achieving >95% document completeness and accuracy.
  • Delivered training on TMF processes, improving document compliance and reducing QC errors by 30%.
  • Prepared Quality Review Packages and generated TMF metrics and audit reports for project teams and inspections.
  • Maintained document tracking systems and resolved discrepancies through cross-functional collaboration.
  • Supported regulatory and sponsor inspections by providing accurate and timely TMF documentation.
  • Indexed and tracked study documents throughout trial phases, ensuring up-to-date TMF status.

Quality Specialist

Vovantis Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.
09.2012 - 09.2013
  • Managed global controlled documents (SOPs, work instructions, templates, specifications, protocols, reports) ensuring accurate indexing, version control, and archival per regulatory requirements.
  • Oversaw document lifecycle activities including review, approval, training, and archival to support compliance and audit readiness.
  • Maintained document availability and accuracy for internal and external audits, enhancing inspection preparedness.
  • Performed impact analysis of document changes within the Quality Management System, collaborating with management and SMEs to evaluate regulatory and operational effects.

Quality Control Officer

Ind-Swift Ltd.
06.2009 - 09.2011
  • Performed sampling, in-process, and stability testing of raw materials, packaging, and finished products following GLP and GDP standards.
  • Prepared and maintained specifications, SOPs, STPs, and analytical protocols.
  • Operated and calibrated analytical instruments (FTIR, UV-Vis, Karl Fischer, pH, conductivity meters) to ensure data accuracy and audit readiness.
  • Managed SAP processes for material specification setup, validation, and release.

Volunteer

Narayan Seva Sansthan
01.2007 - 05.2009
  • Provided administrative and clinical management support for a medical facility serving patients disabled by polio.

Education

M.S. - Clinical Research Management – Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance

Rutgers University

Clinical Trials Research Associate Certification Program - undefined

Durham Technical Community College
01.2021

Bachelor of Pharmacy - undefined

Rajasthan University of Health Sciences
01.2009

Skills

  • ICSR Case Management Narrative Writing MedDRA & WHO-DD Coding
  • Argus, Nukleus, SafetyBase Oracle CTMS TrialKit EDC OpenClinica
  • Aggregate Reports: DSURs, PSURs, SMPs, RMPs, Line Listings, CRS
  • Global Regulatory Requirements: FDA, EMA, SAHPRA ICH E2E, GVP, CIOMS
  • TMF Systems: Trial Interactive, PhlexTMF, Veeva Vault QC Review Audit Readiness
  • Literature Review: PubMed, Embase Signal Detection Safety Data Abstraction
  • Documentation & Systems: Microsoft Office, SharePoint
  • Case processing
  • Adverse event reporting
  • Signal detection
  • Scientific literature review
  • Pharmacovigilance regulations

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

  • Trained in global regulatory frameworks (FDA, EMA, ICH E2E, CIOMS) and safety risk evaluation
  • Practical knowledge of risk management tools (REMS/RMP), and literature surveillance, signal detection methods, including qualitative and quantitative approaches to identify and evaluate safety signals.
  • Learned to interpret adverse event data and apply pharmacokinetic and pathophysiological principles to assess causality and clinical significance.
  • Certifications & Training: CITI (GCP – Drugs/Devices), MSSO MedDRA (Basic & Advanced), UMC Signal Detection

THERAPUTIC AREAS

Infectious Diseases (COVID-19, TB, HIV, Malaria), Oncology (Phase I-III)

Timeline

Pharmacovigilance Associate

FHI Clinical
04.2022 - Current

TMF Specialist II

FHI Clinical
08.2021 - 04.2022

Quality Specialist

Vovantis Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.
09.2012 - 09.2013

Quality Control Officer

Ind-Swift Ltd.
06.2009 - 09.2011

Volunteer

Narayan Seva Sansthan
01.2007 - 05.2009

Clinical Trials Research Associate Certification Program - undefined

Durham Technical Community College

Bachelor of Pharmacy - undefined

Rajasthan University of Health Sciences

M.S. - Clinical Research Management – Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance

Rutgers University
Anita Chaudhary