Building Smarter Pharmacovigilance Teams: Orbis Clinical’s Approach to In-House Safety
By Dia’Monique Morton (Life Sciences Recruiter), Jacob Cassinelli (Director of Business Development), and Jessica Leveille (Director of Life Sciences Recruitment)
In the evolving world of life sciences, pharmacovigilance plays a critical role in ensuring that life-saving therapies are also life-protecting. By monitoring, assessing, and preventing adverse effects, pharmacovigilance safeguards both patient health and company reputations. As drug development becomes more complex, and scrutiny from regulators and the public intensifies, life sciences companies are shifting their focus toward in-house pharmacovigilance solutions that offer more control, accountability, and quality. Orbis Clinical is at the forefront of this transformation, helping clients build and scale smarter, more agile pharmacovigilance teams that balance regulatory rigor with cost efficiency.
Why In-House Pharmacovigilance Is Making a Comeback
Over the past decade, outsourcing to CROs has become a go-to strategy for many life sciences organizations. But rising costs, inconsistent quality, and limited transparency have prompted companies, especially small to mid-size life sciences firms, to reevaluate that model.
Many are now bringing pharmacovigilance functions back in-house to regain control of their data, ensure higher-quality outputs, and reduce reliance on external vendors. In fact, Orbis Clinical has observed a marked shift among clients seeking internal safety operations support, citing both financial and operational benefits.
Some CROs charge high fees for their services, yet the results don’t always meet expectations. By bringing parts of their pharmacovigilance operations in-house, life sciences organizations have found they can improve timelines and data quality, often without increasing their overall spending.
Orbis Clinical’s Role in Building High-Impact Safety Teams
Orbis Clinical has over 25 years of experience supporting drug safety initiatives across the life sciences industry. What sets us apart is not just tenure but the ability to identify and deliver pharmacovigilance talent that combines technical expertise with strong communication skills and cultural fit.
Core Pharmacovigilance Roles in Demand
Clients often come to Orbis Clinical struggling to fill key roles that are vital to the success of their in-house safety teams:
- PV Operations Professionals – Frequently with RN backgrounds, these professionals are adept at managing CRO deliverables and ensuring timelines are met.
- PV Scientists – Experts in regulatory writing with strong medical knowledge, often holding advanced degrees such as MDs or PhDs.
- PV Quality & Compliance Specialists – With the ever-changing regulatory environment, demand has risen for professionals who can manage audits, quality systems, and internal SOPs.
- AI & Machine Learning Specialists in PV – As CROs integrate AI/ML into safety processes, sponsors are seeking in-house experts who can interpret the data, validate findings, and communicate results to regulatory bodies.
- Safety Physicians – Still among the most competitive roles to fill, safety physicians remain the cornerstone of pharmacovigilance teams, and Orbis Clinical has a proven ability to source top talent quickly and effectively.
Tailored Solutions for Every Team Size
Orbis Clinical’s approach to pharmacovigilance isn’t one-size-fits-all. We work with organizations of all sizes – from startups to enterprise pharmaceutical companies – and offer customized support that aligns with each client’s timeline, budget, and internal structure.
Our talent network is highly adaptable, with consultants available for everything from a few hours of support per week to full-time roles. This flexibility is made possible by the deep relationships Orbis has cultivated with experienced pharmacovigilance professionals over the past two decades. Whether it’s deploying a single contractor or scaling a large team for a time-sensitive project, Orbis delivers solutions that fit.
The Orbis Difference in Pharmacovigilance
What truly sets Orbis Clinical apart is our long-standing specialization and strategic focus on pharmacovigilance. We don’t take a generalized approach to staffing. Our teams are deeply embedded in the safety space, with a clear understanding of the regulatory landscape and the evolving needs of life sciences companies.
At Orbis Clinical, we approach every client engagement as a partnership. Our internal teams are not only experts in recruitment, but also well-versed in the complexities of drug safety, enabling us to engage in more meaningful conversations, anticipate challenges, and align our support with your broader business and clinical goals.
Because of our deep relationships across the industry and our refined focus, we’re able to move quickly and precisely, matching the right professionals to the right roles without compromising quality. Whether you’re building out your first in-house safety team or adding specialized expertise to an existing function, we bring the insight, flexibility, and consistency needed to make it successful.
Advancing Pharmacovigilance with the Right Partner
As the life sciences industry shifts toward more proactive and precise safety oversight, building strong in-house pharmacovigilance teams has become a strategic imperative. With deep expertise, proven adaptability, and a specialized network of talent, Orbis Clinical is uniquely positioned to support this transition. From individual contributors to fully scaled teams, we help clients stay ahead of regulatory demands and deliver safer outcomes for patients.
Looking to strengthen your pharmacovigilance capabilities? Orbis Clinical helps you identify the right professionals – fast, flexible, and tailored to your needs. Get in touch with us today!
About Dia’Monique
Dia’Monique Morton is a Life Science Recruiter at Orbis Clinical, where she brings a passion for connecting top talent with impactful opportunities across the life sciences industry. She began her journey with a specialized focus in Pharmacovigilance and Regulatory Affairs, quickly establishing herself as a trusted expert in the field. Over time, Dia’Monique has broadened her expertise, successfully placing consultants across key verticals including Quality Assurance, Research and Development, and Clinical Operations. Committed to excellence and driven by purpose, Dia’Monique continues to play a pivotal role in helping biopharmaceutical and biotechnology companies build high-performing teams that advance innovation and improve patient outcomes.
About Jacob
Jacob Cassinelli is the Director of Business Development at Orbis Clinical, where he leads strategic staffing partnerships across biostatistics, clinical operations, drug safety, and regulatory affairs. Since joining in 2019 as an Executive Recruiter, he has quickly advanced through the organization, earning recognition for his results-driven and relationship-focused approach. Based in Connecticut, Jacob is committed to delivering tailored solutions and long-term value to clients and consultants across the life sciences industry.
About Jessica
Jessica Leveille is the Director of Life Sciences Recruitment at Orbis Clinical. She is an experienced heard-it-seen-it-all recruiter with over 25 years of experience navigating candidate/client relations. She resides in NH with her two amazing children, an extremely patient husband who likes to do housework, and their three dogs. If she’s not tied to her laptop, she’s skiing or reading a good book.
