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Iqvia
IQVIA
2+ years
Not Disclosed
Thane, India
10 Feb. 12, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ 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

Job Details
Location: Thane, India (Hybrid Work Model)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job ID: R1523543
Industry: Clinical Research, Pharmacovigilance, Drug Safety, Healthcare

Role Overview
The Associate Medical Safety Director is responsible for managing medical safety activities across clinical development programs and post-marketing surveillance. The role includes reviewing adverse events, evaluating safety data, supporting regulatory submissions, and ensuring adherence to global regulatory standards. The position requires strong collaboration with cross-functional teams, clients, and regulatory stakeholders to maintain product safety and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct medical review and evaluation of trial-related Adverse Events (AEs) and post-marketing Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs), including narrative review, coding validation, expectedness assessment, seriousness classification, causality evaluation, and company safety summaries
• Prepare, edit, and medically review Analyses of Similar Events (AOSE) for expedited reporting in accordance with global regulatory requirements
• Serve as an internal medical consultant for pharmacovigilance case processing teams
• Perform aggregate safety data reviews, including clinical data analysis, to monitor product safety profiles
• Review medical coding for adverse events, past medical history, concomitant medications, and other clinical data to ensure accuracy and medical relevance
• Present safety review findings and clinical data evaluations during client and stakeholder meetings
• Review and edit regulatory safety reports including IND Annual Reports, EU Periodic Benefit-Risk Evaluation Reports, EU Periodic Safety Update Reports, EU Development Safety Update Reports, and US Periodic Reports
• Contribute to Development Risk Management Plans, EU Risk Management Plans, and US Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS)
• Provide medical oversight for product labeling development, review, and updates
• Participate in Data Safety Monitoring Board meetings and Safety Monitoring Committees
• Support preparation of Integrated Safety Summaries and Common Technical Documents for regulatory submissions
• Review Drug Safety Reports and conduct benefit-risk assessments
• Review and approve Project Safety Plans and Medical Monitoring Plans in accordance with contractual requirements
• Conduct medical safety review of clinical trial protocols, Investigative Drug Brochures (IDB), and Case Report Forms (CRFs)
• Act as Global Safety Physician, assistant, or backup safety lead for assigned projects
• Participate in project meetings, medical safety team discussions, and client interactions
• Ensure timely delivery of medical safety outputs within regulatory and contractual timelines
• Provide medical escalation support for medical information and EU Qualified Person for Pharmacovigilance (QPPV) activities
• Provide 24-hour medical safety support for assigned projects when required
• Maintain awareness of evolving pharmacovigilance regulations and medical safety industry developments

Required Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited and internationally recognized medical institution with relevant general medical training
• Strong understanding of clinical trials, pharmaceutical research processes, and drug development lifecycle
• Knowledge of global regulatory guidelines, safety regulations, and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver quality outcomes
• Strong analytical, communication, and consultation skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid medical license or equivalent certification in the country or region of practice

Experience Required

• Minimum 3 years of clinical practice experience, including postgraduate medical training or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of experience in the pharmaceutical, clinical research, or related healthcare industry
• Total professional experience: At least 5 years or equivalent combination of education, training, and industry exposure

About the Organization
IQVIA is a global provider of clinical research services, healthcare intelligence, and commercial insights for the life sciences and healthcare industries. The organization delivers advanced analytics, technology solutions, and domain expertise to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments, improving patient outcomes and global population health.

Hiring Integrity and Compliance
The organization maintains a strict integrity-driven recruitment process with zero tolerance for candidate fraud. All information and credentials provided during the application process must be accurate and complete. Any false statements or misrepresentation may result in disqualification or termination in accordance with applicable laws.