Fernando Torres Santander
Summary
Professional in patient safety with robust experience in pharmaceutical industry. Skilled in risk assessment, adverse events processing, and regulatory compliance. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptable to changing needs, and reliable in achieving results. Known for effective communication, problem-solving abilities, and leadership in driving safety initiatives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Safety Supervisor
Eli Lilly and Company
03.2023 - Current
- Enhanced the efficiency of pharmacovigilance processes through the development and implementation of workflow improvements.
- Assisted in the creation and maintenance of standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across pharmacovigilance activities.
- Streamlined pharmacovigilance processes for increased efficiency in regulatory submissions.
- Streamlined pharmacovigilance processes by implementing new software and data analysis tools.
- Provided training on pharmacovigilance best practices to new hires, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Assisted with preparation and implementation of pharmacovigilance agreements and contracts.
- Mentored junior staff members in pharmacovigilance best practices, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
- Conducted extensive pharmacovigilance audits, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions accordingly.
Patient Safety Coordinator
Eli Lilly and Company
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Developed new or improved pharmacovigilance procedures.
- Supported global and local pharmacovigilance activities by liaising with international colleagues on common case processing practices, fostering a unified approach to drug safety monitoring.
- Supported pharmacovigilance efforts by reporting adverse drug reactions accurately and promptly to regulatory agencies as required.
- Provided training on pharmacovigilance best practices to cross-functional team members, enhancing overall understanding and adherence to industry standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for seamless integration of pharmacovigilance systems in clinical trials.
- Prepared periodic safety update reports, risk management plans and safety reports, ensuring timely submission to regulatory authorities.
Quality Control Head
AIESEC Costa Rica
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvements, leading to increased efficiency and reduced waste.
- Implemented risk management strategies, effectively mitigating potential threats.
- Championed an organizational culture focused on continuous improvement, fostering accountability at all levels for delivering high-quality.
- Reduced customer complaints by identifying and addressing root causes of quality issues.
Clinical Safety Officer
ICON Clinical Research México
02.2019 - 05.2020
- Collaborated with research teams participating in clinical trials, contributing valuable insight from patient safety perspective.
- Ensured data integrity with meticulous review and verification of case report forms in clinical trials.
- Supported global pharmacovigilance activities by liaising with international colleagues on common case processing practices, fostering a unified approach to drug safety monitoring.
- Reduced workload backlog by effectively prioritizing high-priority cases based on severity level and regulatory deadlines during peak periods of volume influx.
Pharmacovigilance Advisor
Sanofi Aventis Mexico Assigned by PRA Health Sciences
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Ensure accurate reporting of product-related adverse events from post-marketing studies and spontaneous reports.
- Responded to requests from regulatory agencies and notified to share information.
- Authored and managed regular safety update reports.
- Assisted in the preparation of periodic safety update reports, ensuring timely submission to regulatory authorities.
- Monitored deliverables for quality and adherence to regulatory reporting timelines.
Pharmacovigilance Analyst
UCB México
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Supported global pharmacovigilance activities by liaising with international colleagues on common case processing practices, fostering a unified approach to drug safety monitoring.
- Supported pharmacovigilance efforts by reporting adverse drug reactions accurately and promptly to regulatory agencies as required.
Education
Master's Degree - Administration
Universidad Nacional Autónoma De México
Mexico City01-2024
Master's Degree - Health Law
Universidad Nacional Autónoma De México
Mexico City01.2021
Management Skills Specialization -
Coursera/UNAM
Mexico City12.2020
Bachelor's Degree - Biological Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Universidad Nacional Autónoma De México
Mexico City01.2017
Skills
- AI
- Social Media
- Microsoft Office
- Argus Safety
- Multitasking Abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication
- Team collaboration
Accomplishments
- Used AI to develop pharmacovigilance tools to make the routine process more efficient.
- Processed and documented +600 cases for LATAM during a crisis period.
- Developed a collaboration site to train external vendors in pharmacovigilance process.
- Obtained in record time the RMP approvals from the local authority.
Websites
Phone
- Cell, +52 55 4533 2056
Computing Skills
- AI
- Social Media
- Microsoft Office
- Argus Safety
Affiliations
- International Society of Pharmacovigilance
Certification
- Management skills
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Patient Safety Supervisor
Eli Lilly and Company
03.2023 - Current
Patient Safety Coordinator
Eli Lilly and Company
06.2020 - 05.2021
Quality Control Head
AIESEC Costa Rica
08.2019 - 07.2020
Clinical Safety Officer
ICON Clinical Research México
02.2019 - 05.2020
Pharmacovigilance Advisor
Sanofi Aventis Mexico Assigned by PRA Health Sciences
01.2018 - 06.2018
Pharmacovigilance Analyst
UCB México
01.2018 - 06.2018
Master's Degree - Administration
Universidad Nacional Autónoma De México
Master's Degree - Health Law
Universidad Nacional Autónoma De México
Management Skills Specialization -
Coursera/UNAM
Bachelor's Degree - Biological Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Universidad Nacional Autónoma De México
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