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Principal Safety Writer

5-7 years
Not Disclosed
10 April 10, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: PhD or Masters 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 Title: Principal Safety Writer
Location: Mumbai
Category: Clinical
Job ID: 2447515


Company Overview:

Fortrea is a global contract research organization (CRO) offering clinical development, patient access, and technology solutions across 20+ therapeutic areas, operating in ~100 countries. Their mission is to transform drug and device development for better patient outcomes.


Job Overview:

Lead the creation and review of aggregate safety reports, signal detection documentation, benefit-risk evaluations, and other safety-related regulatory documents. Serve as a technical expert guiding medical writing teams, coordinating client expectations, and maintaining high standards in deliverables.


Summary of Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and review safety reports for regulatory submission including:

    • Annual Reports, PSURs, PADERs, DSURs, Clinical Overviews, Medical Device Reports.

  • Lead full lifecycle of report production, ensuring quality and timeline compliance.

  • Coordinate with clients on expectations, challenges, and resolution of issues.

  • Author/review Risk Management Plans (RMPs), Benefit-Risk Evaluation Reports, and support labeling updates.

  • Participate in signal detection and author corresponding reports.

  • Attend client meetings for safety/benefit-risk reviews and recommend label updates or mitigation strategies.

  • Draft responses to regulatory feedback and collaborate on their management.

  • Create scientific content for abstracts, posters, and manuscripts.

  • Coach and mentor junior writers, provide training, and promote best practices.

  • Assist in project management: schedule tracking and compliance monitoring.

  • Contribute to business development by estimating resources and supporting RFPs.

  • Prepare and update product labels (e.g., Core Data Sheets, USPI, SPCs, Med Guides).

  • Conduct literature reviews and develop complex search strategies.

  • Promote process efficiency and regulatory compliance.

  • Uphold customer service excellence and complete other duties as required.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or equivalent.

  • Fortrea may consider equivalent experience in place of formal education.


Experience (Minimum Required):

  • 5–7 years in the pharmaceutical industry, including at least 4 years in medical writing.

  • Strong English communication skills (written and spoken).

  • Proficiency in MS Office.

  • Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements, pharmacovigilance practices, ICH GCP, and global submission standards.

  • Experience in clinical research or drug development.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree (PhD or Master’s).

  • Experience in drug discovery and pharmacovigilance.


Work Environment / Physical Demands:

  • Office-based or remote.

  • Available for up to 15% travel, including overnight as needed.