Position Description
Within the dynamic environment of Nonclinical Drug Safety (NDS), a Specialist in Information Management works with internal scientific staff and across our Research & Development Division to coordinate, assemble, and manage regulatory documents for internal studies and those acquired from external efforts. Using technical skills in document management, publishing, and other tools, the Specialist will support Preclinical Development (PCD) end user operations in Veeva and development of internal processes and tools to optimize document functions. The successful candidate with collaborate closely with NDS data scientists to establish a new, validatable pipeline to leverage generative AI in authoring and reviewing draft reports across the NDS portfolio.
Responsibilities:
- Actively contribute to report automation efforts by using advanced document management systems skills (e.g. APIs, data structures, and document / content knowledge). Bring strong process and systems thinking to bear to drive business integration and enable scalable solutions that facilitate the effective and compliant use of generative AI in document generation in PCD.
- Collaborate with appropriate specialists to build, implement, and train users on related processes and tools for cross-functional participation. Utilize advanced document management skills (e.g. Veeva super user or equivalent skills) to troubleshoot and resolve issues and recommend process and functionality improvements. Contribute to the training and skills development of end-users.
- Using document management, publishing, and project planning tools, manage the generation of nonclinical study and supporting documents from creation through to finalization through careful oversight of required processes, content development & review, and document integration.
- Facilitate quality review to ensure that documents are appropriate, complete, and consistent with regulatory and company expectations.
- Careful collaboration with internal and external stakeholders throughout the document development and related processes.
- Participate in the development and implementation of tools and metrics to understand and improve processes and productivity.
Science qualifications required:
- BS/BA degree including degrees in biological, chemical, computer science, and/or medical science disciplines - A minimum 3 years direct and relevant experience (OR)
- MS/MA, including degrees in biological, chemical, computer science, and/or medical science disciplines - A minimum 2 years direct and relevant experience.
Required experience and skills:
- Experience supporting nonclinical drug development programs within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related industry
- Direct, advanced experience with Veeva Vault operations and functions (e.g. super / advanced user, system owner, or equivalent); experience including process design / development, generation of procedural controls, and/or end-user support
- Strong understanding of document lifecycle management, metadata, workflows, version control, and records management principles
- Some experience with report automation functions and technology (e.g. API calls, data, prompt engineering, strong LLM usage, systems thinking, technical design, development, operation, implementation, business integration, etc.)
- Experience with standard document publishing tools
- Proven ability to review, revise, and prepare high-quality documents with accuracy and consistency
- Excellent leadership skills, written and verbal communication skills (including a strong command of English grammar, editing, and proofreading)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other business-related computer systems and software applications
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail with a strong commitment to accuracy, quality, and compliance
Preferred experience & education:
- 2+ years of experience supporting document management systems, scientific platforms, enterprise content management, or regulated business applications
- Experience with Python, prompt engineering, strong LLM usage a plus
- Experience gathering business requirements and translating them into technology solutions
- Solid understanding of applicable GxP regulations highly preferred
San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance
