Director, Principal Patient Safety Scientist

AstraZeneca

Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA
Not specified; eligible for short-term incentive b...
Hybrid
8+ years patient safety experience
Advanced pv regulations knowledge
Lead cross-functional safety strategy
AstraZeneca is seeking a Director, Principal Patient Safety Scientist to oversee pharmacovigilance strategies and safety documentation for multiple products. The role requires extensive experience in patient safety and drug development, with an emphasis on regulatory compliance and cross-functional collaboration

Job Summary

  • The role provides expertise to multiple sophisticated products in different stages of development while leading safety strategy for complex regulatory submissions.
  • Employees are expected to balance personal commitments with a culture of collaboration that requires face-to-face office engagement three days a week.
  • The position offers eligibility for short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards, and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage.

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AstraZeneca is seeking a Director, Principal Patient Safety Scientist to oversee pharmacovigilance strategies and safety documentation for multiple products. The role requires extensive experience in patient safety and drug development, with an emphasis on regulatory compliance and cross-functional collaboration.

Salary

Not specified; Eligible for short-term incentive bonuses; Equity-based awards available for salaried roles

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years patient safety experience
  • Advanced PV regulations knowledge
  • Lead cross-functional safety strategy
  • Prepare Global Risk Management Plans
  • Manage periodic regulatory documents

Nice-to-have

  • Epidemiology background preferred
  • MD/MSc/PhD scientific degree
  • Entrepreneurial and collaborative mindset
  • Experience with third-party negotiations
  • Mentorship of new GSPs and scientists

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 8 years of relevant experience
  • Life sciences/Pharmacy/Nursing degree required
  • Advanced knowledge of PV regulations
  • Preferred MD/MSc/PhD in scientific field
  • Advanced understanding of epidemiology

Work Rights

Not specified

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