SERM Scientific Director

Site Name: Durham Blackwell Street, UK - London; New Oxford Street, USA - Maryland - Rockville, USA - Pennsylvania - Upper Providence Posted Date: Apr 29 2026 SERM Scientific Director Business Introduction: At GSK, we aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade through discovery and delivery of vaccines and medicines. Our R&D focuses on combining an understanding of the immune system with cutting‑edge technology to transform people’s lives. GSK fosters an ambitious culture dedicated to patient impact and accountability. This position supports one or more of the following therapeutic areas: Immunology. Provides in‑depth medical/scientific expertise in the safety evaluation and risk management of key GSK assets or in clinical development and the post‑marketing setting. Ensures scientifically sound review and interpretation of data, manages safety issues, escalates them to senior management and safety governance, and recommends further characterization and communication of safety risks. Key Responsibilities Lead Pharmacovigilance and Risk Management Planning and develop strategy for evaluation of issues. Lead the safety component of global regulatory submissions. Apply expert evaluation skills and analytical thinking for literature review, clinical data synthesis, analysis, and interpretation. Demonstrate quality decision making and creative problem resolution based on assessment of relevant information and wider context. Show highly developed multitasking skills, prioritize tasks and consistently deliver on deadlines with high performance standards. Explore positions and alternatives to reach mutually beneficial agreements and solutions. Cross‑Functional Leadership Lead safety governance by developing and executing safety strategy for products in clinical development and post‑marketing settings. Facilitate safety governance/SRTs in clinical development and post‑marketing settings by establishing and operating cross‑functional teams. Represent GSK on cross‑functional Clinical Matrix Teams and/or Project Teams; lead ad hoc teams to address urgent product safety issues. Lead or participate in cross‑functional process initiatives and workstreams to improve adherence to regulations, data standards, quality and efficiency. Author or participate in written standard updates (e.g., SOPs) to ensure correct and consistent policy and regulation adherence. Escalate issues and communicate on safety matters to appropriate audiences. Build strong working relationships and display excellent leadership skills on safety issues within a matrix team; coach and mentor others. Communications & Influencing Lead presentations on recommendations or safety issues to senior staff members at GSK governance committees; influence all levels of the organization. Represent GSK and contribute to safety‑related discussions at meetings with regulatory authorities, external consultants, and other companies. Lead cross‑functional process improvement teams within GSK; think strategically and contribute to long‑term strategy for clinical programs. Regularly contribute innovative ideas to address new issues or improve existing operations. Lead inspection readiness and support audits/inspections as needed. Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication and influencing skills. Basic Qualifications PharmD/PhD for Scientist (preferred) or Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences or Medical Sciences (minimum). Advanced experience (5+ years) in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry working in pharmacovigilance or drug safety. Significant pharmacovigilance experience relating to safety evaluation and risk management, encompassing both clinical development and post‑marketing activities. Experience with signal detection and safety surveillance. Knowledge of international pharmacovigilance requirements (e.g., ICH, GVP modules, CIOMS initiatives) and drug development and approval processes. Experience working in large matrix organizations. Previous management experience (preferred for team lead role). Salary & Benefits

• If you are based in Cambridge, MA; Waltham, MA; Rockville, MD; or San Francisco, CA, the annual base salary ranges from $169,950 to $283,250. The salary ranges consider location, skills, experience, education, and market rate.
• The position offers an annual bonus and eligibility to participate in a share‑based long‑term incentive program. Benefits include health care and other insurance benefits for employee and family, retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, paid caregiver/parental leave, and medical leave.

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or any basis prohibited under federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Women In Bio