


Associate Safety Director (m/f/d)


Responsibilities
- Lead safety oversight for assigned products, including signal detection, risk management, and regulatory submissions
- Manage individual and aggregate case reporting (ICSR, DSUR, PBRER) and contribute to safety assessments
- Maintain and update safety documentation (CCDS, IB, RMP, ICF) and ensure alignment with safety strategy
- Represent safety science in regulatory filings and internal governance committees
- Collaborate with global teams and vendors to ensure compliance with GxP and clinical trial lifecycle standards
Profile
- Qualified healthcare professional or Life Sciences graduate (PhD/MSc/PharmD preferred)
- Solid amount of drug development experience, including experience in drug safety/pharmacovigilance
- Strong skills in data analysis, safety database tools, and Microsoft Office suite
- Fluent in English (written and verbal) with excellent communication and presentation abilities
- Proven ability to work independently and manage complex safety responsibilities across global teams
Benefits
- Remote-option
- Strategic leadership role with direct impact on global safety and regulatory outcomes
About Hays
With over 15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and chemical industry as well as in biotechnology and medical engineering, we know the key contacts at companies that are recruiting for challenging jobs with real potential. The current high demand for staff has opened up exciting opportunities for dedicated experts who want to develop professionally and to further their careers. As recruitment specialists with an international network of contacts, we can offer you decisive advantages – completely free of charge. Register with us and reap the benefits of interesting job offers that match your skills and experience.
Staffing process for freelance specialists
- Analysis of qualifications
- Telephone or personal interview
- Contact with customers
- Contract with Hays
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1. Analysis of qualifications
We carry out a detailed analysis of your technical qualifications on the basis of your CV, your application documents and your profile.
Contact at Hays
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