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Dir, Medical Safety

Iqvia
IQVIA
5+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Jan. 22, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences 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

Director – Medical Safety

Locations: Bangalore, India | Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Job Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: February 27, 2026
Experience Required: 5+ years in medical safety/medical monitoring
Job ID: R1515587


Company Overview

IQVIA is a global leader in clinical research, medical safety, and healthcare intelligence. Our mission is to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative therapies while improving patient outcomes worldwide. IQVIA combines advanced data, technology, and scientific expertise to provide comprehensive solutions to pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device organizations globally.


Role Overview

The Director – Medical Safety will lead medical safety and pharmacovigilance activities within IQVIA’s clinical programs. This role requires providing medical oversight, strategic guidance, and consultation across projects to ensure regulatory compliance, patient safety, and high-quality clinical outcomes. The Director will also manage teams, contribute to project and financial management, and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide expert consultation on medical safety and clinical monitoring across multiple projects.

  • Ensure compliance with federal and local regulations, ICH-GCP, and industry guidelines related to clinical research and pharmacovigilance.

  • Oversee medical safety operations including risk assessment, adverse event review, and safety reporting.

  • Support project and financial management, including resource planning and budget oversight.

  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers, clients, and regulatory authorities.

  • Contribute to team development through leadership, coaching, and mentorship.

  • Travel as required for client or company needs (approximately 10%).


Qualifications & Experience

  • Education: Medical degree from an accredited and internationally recognized institution.

  • Experience:

    • 5 years’ medical safety or medical monitoring experience in the pharmaceutical or associated industry.

    • Minimum 3 years of clinical practice experience post-MD, with additional experience as a pharmaceutical physician considered equivalent.

  • Licensure: Valid medical license in the country or region of employment.

  • Skills:

    • Strong knowledge of clinical trials, pharmacovigilance, and regulatory requirements.

    • Leadership, project management, and financial oversight capabilities.

    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

    • Ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines across multiple assignments.


Physical & Work Requirements

  • Extensive use of phone, email, and in-person communication.

  • Regular keyboard use and prolonged periods of sitting.

  • Occasional travel (approximately 10%).


Why Join IQVIA:

  • Lead critical medical safety operations in a global healthcare leader.

  • Work on high-impact clinical programs improving patient outcomes.

  • Opportunity for professional growth and strategic leadership in pharmacovigilance and clinical research.