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Assoc Dir, Medical Safety

2-3 years
Not Disclosed
10 July 24, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./M.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life Science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

 

Associate Director, Medical Safety – Bengaluru (Full-Time)

Salary/Compensation: Not specified in the job description.

Job Summary

IQVIA is hiring an Associate Director, Medical Safety in Bengaluru, India. This leadership role involves overseeing pharmacovigilance services, conducting medical reviews, managing safety deliverables, and providing strategic direction for safety operations. The position also includes line management of physicians, contributing to global safety initiatives, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.


Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct medical review of Adverse Events (AEs) and Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs), ensuring regulatory compliance.

  • Review and finalize Analyses of Similar Events (AOSE) for expedited regulatory cases.

  • Provide medical oversight for aggregate reports (PBRERs, PSURs, DSURs) and risk management plans.

  • Represent safety data findings during client and cross-functional meetings.

  • Lead Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) and Safety Monitoring Committee evaluations.

  • Manage safety deliverables, including label reviews, safety summaries, and benefit-risk assessments.

  • Lead and mentor a team of regional physicians, ensuring operational delivery and career development.

  • Participate in bid defense meetings and collaborate with business development for project feasibility.

  • Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), safety regulations, and IQVIA SOPs.

  • Contribute to strategic planning, resource allocation, and cross-functional project management.


Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) from a recognized institution.

  • 3+ years of clinical practice experience and 2+ years in pharmaceutical/drug safety roles.

  • Strong understanding of GVP, ICH guidelines, and clinical trials processes.

  • Proven leadership, staff management, and strategic planning skills.

  • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.

  • Ability to handle complex safety issues and make independent decisions.

  • Financial management and budgeting expertise is preferred.

  • Valid medical license (preferred).


Perks & Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead global pharmacovigilance initiatives.

  • Hybrid work model offering flexibility.

  • Exposure to advanced drug safety processes and regulatory strategies.

  • Professional growth in a leading healthcare and life sciences organization.


Company Description

IQVIA is a global leader in clinical research, drug safety, and healthcare analytics, providing integrated solutions to accelerate medical innovation. IQVIA’s mission is to advance human health outcomes by combining expertise, technology, and data-driven insights.


Work Mode: Hybrid – Bengaluru, India.


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Take the next step in your pharmacovigilance career. Apply now for the Associate Director, Medical Safety role at IQVIA and lead impactful drug safety initiatives.