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Associate Director, Safety Scientist

$126k - $190k
Full-time

AstraZeneca

The Associate Director, Safety Scientist plays a leadership role within Global Patient Safety (GPS) to actively evaluate and manage risk in collaboration with the GPS Medical Director(s) and cross-functional team members within the global regulatory framework. You will be responsible for: Managing safety scientist activities across multiple product portfolios and/or indications Organizing, training and/or supporting junior safety scientists and fellows Supporting activities related to new drug applications and other regulatory filings Representing global patient safety at regulatory inspections e.g., MHRA, FDA, EMA, etc. Leading gap analysis to ensure alignment with changes in global regulations Strategizing and drafting of responses to regulatory inquiries on product safety issues inclusive of defining MedDRA search strategy Representing GPS in global program teams and associated cross functional teams and/or projects as needed Proactively providing guidance and educational training to GPS therapeutic teams Responsible for Signal Review Meeting and Signal Management Team activities in collaboration with GPS Medical Directors Performing Signal Surveillance activities for respective programs in collaboration with GPS Medical Directors Project managing and authoring of safety documents including PSUR, PBER, PADER, RMP, REMS, CSRs, and ad hoc requests in collaboration with GPS Medical Directors Authoring safety sections, in collaboration with team members, on regulatory responses, IBs/CCDS, protocols, ICFs, Data Monitoring Committee reports and requests, and other documents, and provide the necessary quality control to ensure alignment with core safety position. Manage portfolio of products/projects related to risk management; assists GPS Medical Directors in the development of risk management strategy and activities for assigned products Contribute to on-going process enhancement for safety analytics and reporting, such as developing standard procedures and templates Assisting GPS Medical Directors to oversee risk minimization activities including tracking of activities as needed May be directed by the line function to support initiatives outside of their projects You must have: Bachelor's degree in a biologic/medical/clinical/nursing field At least 5 years' experience in drug safety and risk management within the pharmaceutical, biotech or CRO industry Knowledge and understanding of US and EU safety regulations pre- and post- marketing Experience with Risk Management and Minimization programs Experience preparing post marketing safety regulatory documents including PSURs, PBRERs and Risk Management Plans Experience with clinical development including risk/benefit analysis and safety assessment Strong clinical, analytical, problem solving and scientific writing and communication skills Ability to interact effectively with people of multiple disciplines and cultures both within and outside the company on a global basis Expertise with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Excel

  • b>Nice to have:
Advanced degree in a biologic/medical/clinical/nursing field preferred: Pharmacist/PharmD, Nurse Practitioner or PhD Expertise with clinical and safety databases Experience in MedDRA coding and search strategies Excellent, independent judgment based on knowledge and expertise Strong personal time-management and project-management skills Knowledge of Power BI, and other visualization tools The annual base pay ranges from $126,000 to $190,000. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans. Date Posted 05-Aug-2026 Closing Date 18-Aug-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.

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