Ashley Higgins, Pharm D, R Ph, Bcmas
About Ashley Higgins, Pharm D, R Ph, Bcmas
Ashley Higgins, Pharm D, R Ph, Bcmas, is a Senior Pharmacovigilance Scientist at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, specializing in medical device support and compliance strategies. With extensive experience in various pharmaceutical roles, she has contributed to product development and safety across multiple organizations.
Current Role at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals
Ashley Higgins serves as a Senior Pharmacovigilance Scientist at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals since 2023. In this role, she focuses on pharmacovigilance activities, ensuring the safety and efficacy of pharmaceutical products. Her responsibilities include strategizing with key stakeholders to advance product development and working on expanded indications and labeling updates for products related to lung diseases, COVID, influenza vaccines, and orthopedics.
Previous Experience at United Therapeutics Corporation
Prior to her current position, Ashley Higgins held multiple roles at United Therapeutics Corporation. She worked as a Development Risk Management Scientist for six months in 2020, followed by a year as a Senior Development Risk Management Scientist and Product Complaint Intake Lead from 2021 to 2022. Her work involved assessing risks associated with product development and managing product complaints.
Educational Background in Pharmacy
Ashley Higgins earned her Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, completing her studies from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Arts in Japanese Language and Culture from the same institution, which she completed from 2007 to 2011. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in pharmaceutical sciences and cultural understanding.
Experience in Pharmacovigilance and Medical Information
Ashley has extensive experience in pharmacovigilance and medical information. She worked as a Pharmacovigilance Product Specialist at United Therapeutics Corporation from 2019 to 2020 and as a Medical Information Specialist at Bioventus for two months in 2019. Her expertise includes developing strategies for new medical device support and compliance.
Pharmacy Practice and Leadership Roles
In addition to her roles in pharmacovigilance, Ashley Higgins has held various positions in pharmacy practice. She has worked as a Staff Pharmacist at PruittHealth since 2017 and previously served as a Healthcare Services Pharmacist at Walgreens Boots Alliance from 2020 to 2021. Her experience includes managing medication transitions and providing pharmaceutical care in various healthcare settings.