Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Experience Summary
Additional Qualifications
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Disclaimer
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KARANVIR SINGH KANWAR

KARANVIR SINGH KANWAR

Project Lead - Medical Regulatory Writing
Mohali

Summary

To handle increasing responsibility and challenging assignments to harness my technical skills. Part of an environment promoting team effort, provides career advancement and growth while making a significant contribution to employer organization.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Project Lead

Sanofi Healthcare India Pvt Ltd
12.2023 - Current
  • Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and increasing overall team efficiency.
  • Reduced project completion timeframes through strategic resource allocation and efficient task delegation.
  • Implemented best practices in documentation management systems that improved efficiency, accessibility, and security of project-related information.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of various project components.
  • Managed change requests effectively by evaluating impacts on scope, timeline, or budget before approving them in a timely manner to avoid delays or escalations in costs.
  • Produced quality standards, checklists, report templates, and processes.
  • Increased stakeholder engagement by conducting regular status updates and addressing concerns proactively.
  • Optimized resource utilization by accurately forecasting project needs and allocating resources accordingly throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Enhanced stakeholder satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality projects within budget and on schedule.
  • Contributed to the development of company-wide project management strategies, resulting in more streamlined processes and increased productivity.
  • Improved overall team performance by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing constructive feedback to facilitate professional growth.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify potential issues early on, allowing for proactive mitigation strategies to be implemented.
  • Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to stakeholders.

Project Manager

Sanofi Healthcare India Pvt Ltd
05.2022 - 12.2023
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
  • Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
  • Developed and implemented strategic project plans to meet business objectives.
  • Streamlined project processes by implementing Agile methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
  • Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.

Senior Medical Regulatory Writer

Sanofi Healthcare India
11.2020 - 04.2022
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
  • Followed company policies and editorial guidelines to craft thorough, well-written content.
  • Wrote compelling, succinct, clear news scripts under tight deadlines.
  • Conducted thorough research on diverse topics, producing well-informed pieces that resonated with readers.
  • Organized material to research and complete writing tasks.
  • Repurposed and optimized existing content for use in different mediums.
  • Provided writing support for various projects and departments.
  • Mentored junior writers in developing strong writing skills and adhering to company style guidelines.
  • Incorporated review comments and corrections into existing documentation.

Senior Medical Writer

Covance Scientific Services & Solutions Pvt. Ltd
11.2019 - 11.2020
  • Mentored junior medical writers in best practices and industry standards, fostering a collaborative work environment that enhanced team productivity.
  • Developed training materials for medical writers to enhance their understanding of industry guidelines and best practices, resulting in improved document quality.
  • Facilitated productive relationships between medical writers and other functional groups by serving as a key point of contact for project-related inquiries.
  • Optimized the medical writing process by implementing new software tools and technologies, increasing efficiency and reducing errors.
  • Streamlined regulatory submission processes by efficiently managing multiple medical writing projects simultaneously.
  • Implemented process improvements that led to increased efficiency in medical writing workflows, resulting in timely delivery of quality documentation.
  • Negotiated on behalf of medical writing to align resources, timelines and expectations.

Pharmacovigilance Specialist

Parexel Int. Ser. India Pvt. Ltd.
12.2017 - 11.2019

• Enhanced drug safety by analyzing adverse event reports and identifying potential risks.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the organization by championing pharmacovigilance best practices and fostering an environment of open communication and collaboration.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines and maintaining high-quality work standards in a fast-paced environment.
• Conducted comprehensive literature reviews to stay current on emerging trends in pharmacovigilance practices.
• Evaluated safety profiles, wrote signal detection reports and monitored document filing and archiving.
• Coordinated closely with medical affairs teams to ensure accurate reporting of product-related adverse events from post-marketing studies and spontaneous reports.
• Maintained strong relationships with external partners such as contract research organizations, fostering effective collaboration on pharmacovigilance projects.
• Read scientific literature and bibliographic sources.
• Exceeded inspection readiness targets through meticulous record-keeping and adherence to standard operating procedures.
• Trained staff and updated training documents to meet regulations and standards.
• Initiated process improvement initiatives that resulted in reduced case processing times without compromising data quality or integrity.
• Provided training for new pharmacovigilance team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Provided subject matter expertise to support the development of training materials, standard operating procedures, and work instructions within the department.
• Improved regulatory compliance with thorough documentation of adverse events and follow-up actions.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive safety surveillance strategies for clinical trials.
• Authored and managed regular safety update reports.
• Supported inspections, visits and audits as well as CAPAs management.
• Contributed to the development of risk management plans for new pharmaceutical products.
• Reviewed, compiled and analyzed data for safety database management.
• 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.
• Reported problems and concerns to management.

Pharmacovigilance Analyst

Parexel Int. Ser. India Pvt. Ltd.
04.2015 - 11.2017

• Enhanced drug safety by analyzing adverse event reports and identifying potential risks.
• Read scientific literature and bibliographic sources.
• Authored and managed regular safety update reports.
• Assisted in the preparation of periodic safety update reports, ensuring timely submission to regulatory authorities.
• Evaluated safety profiles, wrote signal detection reports and monitored document filing and archiving.
• Trained staff and updated training documents to meet regulations and standards.
• Supported signal detection activities by conducting ongoing monitoring and analysis of safety data from various sources.
• Reviewed, compiled and analyzed data for safety database management.

Pharmacovigilance Scientist

Quantum Sol. India (Currently Parexel Int. Ser. India Pvt. Ltd.)
03.2014 - 03.2015

• Initiated process improvement initiatives that resulted in reduced case processing times without compromising data quality or integrity.
• Evaluated incoming case reports for completeness, accuracy, and consistency before entering them into the global safety database.
• Oversaw adverse events case reporting and conducted follow-up.
• Developed innovative solutions for complex case processing challenges, enhancing overall efficiency within the department.
• Conducted case reconciliation with internal departments, distributors, affiliates and business partners.
• Supported signal detection activities by conducting ongoing monitoring and analysis of safety data from various sources.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive safety surveillance strategies for clinical trials.
• Reviewed, compiled and analyzed data for safety database management.
• Documented and executed detailed test plans and test cases and summarized and logged audit findings for reporting purposes.
• Enhanced drug safety by analyzing adverse event reports and identifying potential risks.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the organization by championing pharmacovigilance best practices and fostering an environment of open communication and collaboration.
• Conducted comprehensive literature reviews to stay current on emerging trends in pharmacovigilance practices.
• Provided training for new pharmacovigilance team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Assisted with preparation and implementation of pharmacovigilance agreements and contracts.
• Streamlined pharmacovigilance processes by implementing new software and data analysis tools.

Education

M. Tech. Biotechnology -

Amity University
Noida, UP
01.2011 - 04.2013

B. Tech. Biotechnology -

LPU
Phagwara, Pb
01.2007 - 04.2011

Sen. Sec. Certificate - undefined

DAV Cent. Public School
Una, HP
01.2007 - undefined

Secondary School - undefined

Mount Carmel School
Una, HP
01.2005 - undefined

Skills

Project Management

Experience Summary

· Problem-Solving: Partnered with team members to identify and address issues quickly.

· Mentorship: Fostered junior team members’ growth, boosting team efficiency.

· Efficiency: Reduced project timelines through strategic resource allocation and task delegation.

· Documentation: Implemented best practices for improved documentation management.

· Collaboration: Ensured seamless integration of project components with cross-functional teams.

· Change Management: Managed change requests effectively to avoid delays and cost escalations.

· Quality Assurance: Developed quality standards, checklists, and report templates.

· Stakeholder Engagement: Conducted regular updates and proactively addressed concerns.

· Resource Optimization: Forecasted project needs and allocated resources efficiently.

· Stakeholder Satisfaction: Delivered high-quality projects on time and within budget.

· Strategy Development: Contributed to company-wide project management strategies.

· Performance Improvement: Conducted evaluations and provided feedback for team growth.

· Risk Management: Identified and mitigated potential issues early on.

· Communication: Maintained open communication with stakeholders through regular updates.

Additional Qualifications

Good knowledge of medical terminology. Fluency in written and spoken English. Computer proficiency, IT skills, the expertise and ability to work with web-based applications. Capability to make concise, accurate and relevant synopses of medical text and data, and ability to write unambiguous medical text. Ability to evaluate data and draw conclusions independently. Typing and transcription accuracy. Attention to details. Team player. Awareness of global culture.

Phonenumbers

  • +91-9115117131
  • +91-8288085052

References

  • Nandita Adhikary, R&D Head India, Sanofi India, Hyderabad, Telangana
  • Chetan Kumar, Senior Scientific Writer, Bristol Mayers Squibb, Hyderabad, Telangana, chetankumar71702@gmail.com, +91-8283863895

Disclaimer

I, Karanvir Singh Kanwar hereby declare that the information furnished above is updated and true to the best of my knowledge.

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Project Lead

Sanofi Healthcare India Pvt Ltd
12.2023 - Current

Project Manager

Sanofi Healthcare India Pvt Ltd
05.2022 - 12.2023

Senior Medical Regulatory Writer

Sanofi Healthcare India
11.2020 - 04.2022

Senior Medical Writer

Covance Scientific Services & Solutions Pvt. Ltd
11.2019 - 11.2020

Pharmacovigilance Specialist

Parexel Int. Ser. India Pvt. Ltd.
12.2017 - 11.2019

Pharmacovigilance Analyst

Parexel Int. Ser. India Pvt. Ltd.
04.2015 - 11.2017

Pharmacovigilance Scientist

Quantum Sol. India (Currently Parexel Int. Ser. India Pvt. Ltd.)
03.2014 - 03.2015

M. Tech. Biotechnology -

Amity University
01.2011 - 04.2013

B. Tech. Biotechnology -

LPU
01.2007 - 04.2011

Sen. Sec. Certificate - undefined

DAV Cent. Public School
01.2007 - undefined

Secondary School - undefined

Mount Carmel School
01.2005 - undefined
KARANVIR SINGH KANWARProject Lead - Medical Regulatory Writing