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Head Pharmacovigilance & Medical Affairs

Dr.Reddy's
Dr.Reddy's
10+ years
preferred by company
10 Jan. 8, 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

Head – Pharmacovigilance & Medical Affairs | Princeton, NJ, USA

Location: Princeton, New Jersey, USA
Department: Pharmacovigilance & Medical Affairs – North America & Canada
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-site
Experience Required: 10+ years in Pharmacovigilance and Medical Affairs in the pharmaceutical industry
Function: Drug Safety, Regulatory Compliance, Medical Strategy, Medical Information


About Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories

At Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories, our mission is “Good Health Can’t Wait”. As a global pharmaceutical leader, we are dedicated to making medicines more affordable, discovering innovative therapies, and meeting unmet medical needs to help patients lead healthier, longer lives.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, creating a workplace where everyone belongs, thrives, and contributes to the team’s success. Our North America and Canada operations focus on delivering high-quality generics and specialty medicines while adhering to the highest standards of patient safety and regulatory compliance.


Position Overview

Dr. Reddy’s is seeking a strategic, experienced leader to head Pharmacovigilance and Medical Affairs across North America and Canada. This role includes oversight of patient safety data, medical information services, and the execution of Medical Affairs strategies in alignment with commercial and clinical objectives.

The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of North American regulatory requirements, proven leadership experience, and the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.


Key Responsibilities

Pharmacovigilance Leadership:

  • Oversee the management, creation, and review of ICSRs (US/foreign), PSR reports, and signal analysis for submission to FDA and Health Canada, ensuring 100% compliance with regulatory requirements

  • Lead regulatory inspections and audits, including FDA inspections, and drive successful outcomes with corrective action plans

  • Establish and maintain a Pharmacovigilance Quality Management System (QMS) compliant with US regulations

  • Evaluate product safety risks, conduct risk-benefit analysis, and manage REMS programs with regulatory sign-off

Medical Affairs Leadership:

  • Develop and execute North America and Canada Medical Affairs plans, ensuring alignment with clinical best practices and corporate strategy

  • Provide oversight for medical information services, ensuring seamless communication with pharmacovigilance providers

  • Support cross-functional initiatives, scientific congress attendance, pre- and post-meeting reporting, and medical insight generation

  • Drive digitalization initiatives in Pharmacovigilance to enhance efficiency, quality, and compliance

Strategic & Operational Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a trusted scientific leader across therapeutic areas, guiding cross-functional teams

  • Ensure alignment of all activities with COBE (Code of Business Ethics) policies and regulatory compliance

  • Mentor and lead teams in Medical Affairs and Pharmacovigilance to maintain high performance standards

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify unmet needs, optimize patient outcomes, and support new product development


Required Qualifications

Education:

  • Advanced scientific degree (MD, PhD, Pharm.D., or equivalent)

Experience:

  • Minimum 10+ years in Pharmacovigilance and Medical Affairs within the pharmaceutical industry

  • Proven experience in North American regulatory compliance (FDA, Health Canada)

  • Demonstrated leadership in drug safety, medical strategy, and team management

Skills & Competencies:

  • Deep understanding of US and Canadian pre- and post-marketing regulations for Medical Affairs and Medical Information

  • Expertise in clinical development, pharmacovigilance guidelines, medical affairs operations, and cross-functional collaboration

  • Strong analytical, strategic, and decision-making abilities

  • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills

  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects and stakeholders

Work Authorization:

  • Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or otherwise authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship


Benefits & Work Culture

  • Competitive total rewards package including base salary, annual discretionary bonus, health coverage, retirement savings plans, and leave benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and skill advancement

  • Dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive work environment

  • Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to improving patient outcomes and global healthcare

At Dr. Reddy’s, Good Health Can’t Wait is more than a motto—it drives every action, innovation, and patient-focused initiative. Join us in shaping the future of Pharmacovigilance and Medical Affairs in North America and Canada.

Apply now: Dr. Reddy’s Careers


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