Veneet Dhingra
Panchkula
Summary
A results-driven Pharmacovigilance and Drug Safety leader with 13 years of experience in specializing in literature surveillance, automation, and process optimization. Proven track record of developing, testing and implementing automated literature screening tools to enhance efficiency and compliance in pharmacovigilance operations. Additionally having experience in audit & inspection, project management, and quality management. Demonstrated expertise in operationalizing safety governance, regulatory compliance, and process improvement for both pre-approval and post-marketing drugs. PMP certified with a proven track record in building and mentoring high-performance teams in high-pressure environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Director
Continuum India LLP
04.2024 - Current
- Project Leadership: Established a comprehensive case processing project for a U.S
- Pharma client, managing literature, clinical, spontaneous, and solicited cases
- Process Optimization: Spearheaded a Literature Review Project for ICSR, Aggregate, and Signal Detection initiatives; optimized search strategies as a Subject Matter Expert
- Literature review tool: Supported the design and development of automated workflows for literature review, significantly enhancing operational efficiency
- Implemented the literature review tool for a large US based consumer client
- Worked closely with IT teams to ensure the smooth integration of automation tools into pharmacovigilance databases
- Training: Conduct training sessions on tool utilization, process changes, and best practices
- Client Engagement: Conducted tailored demonstrations and capability presentations of the literature review tool for potential clients
- Operational Excellence: Oversaw the enhancements of functionalities in the literature review tool, testing the tools functionality before implementation
- Capacity planning, business and pandemic contingency planning, and inspection readiness for a team of 50+ associates
- Governance & Compliance: Led periodic governance forums; managed audits, inspections, and adherence to global SOPs; implemented risk management strategies
- Team Leadership: Enhanced team productivity through effective performance monitoring, conflict resolution, and mentoring initiatives.
Senior Manager
Continuum India LLP
07.2021 - 03.2024
- Literature Project Management: Led the setup and management of a literature project for a U.S
- Pharma client, covering case processing and triage for signal detection, ICSR, and aggregate reporting
- Strategy Development: involved in formulation and refinement of global search strategies for databases such as EMBASE and Medline
- Operational Oversight: Managed capacity planning, business continuity, and inspection readiness processes
- Quality Improvement: Directed audit and inspection processes, implemented QMS enhancements, and drove continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Senior Manager
Parexel
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Team Scaling: Successfully upscaled team operations from approximately 100 to 400 members for a major European Pharma client
- Policy Development: Developed and implemented operational standards, policies, and procedures; ensured timely hiring, training, and mentoring.
Manager
03.2019 - 10.2020
Associate Manager
11.2016 - 02.2019
- Literature Project Management: Led the setup and management of a literature project for a U.K
- Based Pharma client, covering case processing and triage for signal detection, ICSR, and aggregate reporting
- Strategy Development: involved in formulation and refinement of global search strategies for databases such as EMBASE and Medline
- Operational Oversight: Managed capacity planning, business continuity, and inspection readiness processes
- Quality Improvement: Directed audit and inspection processes, implemented QMS enhancements, and drove continuous quality improvement initiatives.
Drug Safety Specialist
Quantum Solutions India
04.2015 - 10.2016
Drug Safety Specialist
04.2014 - 03.2015
Pharmacovigilance Analyst
04.2013 - 03.2014
Pharmacovigilance Scientist
11.2011 - 03.2013
- Case Management: Coordinated ICSR and product complaint reconciliations with internal and external stakeholders
- Reporting & Metrics: Supported timely aggregate report submissions and maintained critical KPIs
- Quality & Compliance: Assisted in audit/inspection activities, quality investigations, and CAPA development.
Education
Master’s - Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Punjab Technical University
01.2011
Post Graduate Diploma - Drug Regulatory Affairs
Hamdard University
01.2009
Bachelor of Pharmacy -
Kurukshetra University
01.2008
Skills
- Literature Screening and Surveillance: Lead the development and implementation of an automated literature screening tool, streamlining data extraction and reducing manual workload by 40%
- Pharmacovigilance Automation:
- Literature review tool enhancement
- Literature review tool demonstration to potential clients
- Pharmacovigilance & Drug Safety: ICSR Management, Literature Review, Signal Detection, Risk Assessment
- Project & Quality Management: Process Improvement, Audit & Inspection, QMS Implementation
- Regulatory Compliance: Adherence to FDA, EMA, and Health Canada guidelines
- Leadership: Team Building, Client Services, Stakeholder Engagement
- Technical Expertise: Search Strategy Formulation, Tool Testing & Validation, Data Management
- Additional Skills
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Expertise in strategic planning and operational excellence
Certification
PMP Certified
Timeline
Associate Director
Continuum India LLP
04.2024 - Current
Senior Manager
Continuum India LLP
07.2021 - 03.2024
Senior Manager
Parexel
11.2020 - 06.2021
Manager
03.2019 - 10.2020
Associate Manager
11.2016 - 02.2019
Drug Safety Specialist
Quantum Solutions India
04.2015 - 10.2016
Drug Safety Specialist
04.2014 - 03.2015
Pharmacovigilance Analyst
04.2013 - 03.2014
Pharmacovigilance Scientist
11.2011 - 03.2013
Master’s - Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Punjab Technical University
Post Graduate Diploma - Drug Regulatory Affairs
Hamdard University
Bachelor of Pharmacy -
Kurukshetra University
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