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Anitha Gurulingappa

Pharmacovigilance Specialist
Dallas

Summary

Results-driven drug safety professional with extensive experience in pharmacovigilance, regulatory compliance, literature screening, and global safety data management. Skilled in case processing, medical coding, quality review, and training. Proven track record across pharmaceutical R&D, retail pharmacy, and global mailbox management. Ready for immediate deployment.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
2018
2018
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Pharmacovigilance Specialist I

GlaxoSmithKline India Global Services Pvt. Ltd.
06.2018 - 10.2024
  • Conducted literature screening for ICSR and signal detection; developed drug-specific search strategies.
  • Supported SERM specialists by identifying relevant safety articles across GSK’s product portfolio.
  • Executed surveillance in alignment with regulatory guidelines and company SOPs.
  • Triaged, reviewed, and followed up on ICSRs; mentored new recruits and led training programs.
  • Drafted training documents and contributed to SOP updates and process improvements.
  • Led monthly soft skills programs and participated in team quality checks.

Senior Safety Associate – PV

Norwich Clinical Services (Alvogen Pharmaceuticals)
01.2015 - 06.2016
  • Managed case processing, medical coding, narrative writing, and report submissions.
  • Functioned as customer liaison for drug-related queries and safety documentation.
  • Trained new hires; conducted quality monitoring and CAPA implementations.
  • Oversaw mailbox management and lifecycle safety data reporting.

Senior Drug Safety Associate

Synowledge PV Services Pvt. Ltd.
06.2011 - 01.2015
  • Handled intake, triage, duplicate checks, and case registration.
  • Processed ICSRs and performed medical coding (MedDRA, DRL Code).
  • Wrote safety narratives, reviewed cases for accuracy, and conducted quality checks.
  • Participated in audits, guided new associates, and ensured SOP compliance.

Pharmacy Associate / Front Desk Associate

Village Pharmacists Inc.
09.2001 - 01.2003
  • Delivered customer service, insurance billing, prescription refills, and packaging for senior care.

Education

Advanced Certification in Project Management -

Catalyst Clinical Services

PG Diploma in Clinical Research - Pharmacovigilance

ICRI

AAS - Biotechnology

Montgomery College
01.2005 - 01.2009

Bachelor of Dental Surgery - undefined

MR Ambedkar Dental College

Skills

  • Pharmacovigilance
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Medical Terminology
  • Medical Coding
  • Literature Surveillance
  • Case Processing

Personal Information

Citizenship: US Citizen

Timeline

Pharmacovigilance Specialist I

GlaxoSmithKline India Global Services Pvt. Ltd.
06.2018 - 10.2024

Senior Safety Associate – PV

Norwich Clinical Services (Alvogen Pharmaceuticals)
01.2015 - 06.2016

Senior Drug Safety Associate

Synowledge PV Services Pvt. Ltd.
06.2011 - 01.2015

AAS - Biotechnology

Montgomery College
01.2005 - 01.2009

Pharmacy Associate / Front Desk Associate

Village Pharmacists Inc.
09.2001 - 01.2003

PG Diploma in Clinical Research - Pharmacovigilance

ICRI

Bachelor of Dental Surgery - undefined

MR Ambedkar Dental College

Advanced Certification in Project Management -

Catalyst Clinical Services
Anitha GurulingappaPharmacovigilance Specialist