Bethann Riley
About Bethann Riley
Bethann Riley is the Senior Director of PV Process Excellence and Learning Strategy at Bristol Myers Squibb, with over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry focusing on pharmacovigilance and drug safety.
Title: Senior Director PV Process Excellence and Learning Strategy
Bethann Riley currently holds the position of Senior Director PV Process Excellence and Learning Strategy at Bristol Myers Squibb. In this role, she oversees the development and implementation of pharmacovigilance processes and learning strategies to ensure compliance and operational excellence. Her work focuses on enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of pharmacovigilance activities within the organization.
Previous Roles at Celgene
Before joining Bristol Myers Squibb, Bethann Riley held multiple significant roles at Celgene, including Director of Compliance, Quality, Standards, and Training from 2019 to 2021. She also served as Associate Director, Drug Safety Training, from 2017 to 2019, and Senior Training Manager, Global Drug Safety, from 2015 to 2017. Her time at Celgene also included positions as Manager, Drug Safety Workflow, and Drug Safety Specialist. During her tenure at Celgene, she was instrumental in developing comprehensive training programs and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Experience at Merck and Novartis
Bethann Riley's career in the pharmaceutical industry includes significant roles at Merck and Novartis. In 2012, she worked as a Clinical Safety Scientist at Merck in Rahway, NJ. Prior to that, she served as a Clinical Safety Team Leader at Novartis from 1998 to 2002. In these roles, her focus was on drug safety and clinical safety processes, contributing to her extensive expertise in pharmacovigilance.
Educational Background in Pharmacy
Bethann Riley studied Pharmacy at Rutgers University, earning her R.Ph. from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick, graduating in 1994. Her educational background provided a strong foundation for her career in pharmacovigilance and drug safety, equipping her with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in her various roles within the pharmaceutical industry.
Expertise in Pharmacovigilance and Drug Safety
With over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, Bethann Riley has developed extensive expertise in pharmacovigilance and drug safety. She is known for her ability to develop and implement global training programs for pharmacovigilance professionals. Her expertise in PV inspection readiness and audit processes has been crucial in ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Additionally, she has led cross-functional teams to enhance pharmacovigilance processes and improve operational efficiency.