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Sr Medical Safety Advisor

Minimum 3 years years
Not Disclosed
10 Aug. 29, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Hybrid Education: Medical degree from an accredited and internationally recognized institution 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:

Senior Medical Safety Advisor

Location:

Bengaluru, India (Hybrid)
Also available in additional locations

Job Type:

Full-time

Job ID:

R1492686


Job Overview:

This role involves providing expert medical evaluation of safety data from multiple sources across the pharmacovigilance process. The Senior Medical Safety Advisor determines the clinical and scientific relevance of serious adverse events (SAEs) and contributes as a senior technical leader. The position also includes responsibility for product safety surveillance, signal detection, and the preparation of aggregate safety reports in collaboration with post-marketing safety and surveillance teams.


Key Responsibilities:

Case & Medical Review

  • Perform medical review of:

    • Clinical trial-related AEs and post-marketing ADRs

    • Narrative content, queries, expectedness, seriousness, causality, and coding (e.g., MedDRA)

  • Compose and review Analyses of Similar Events (AOSE) for expedited reporting.

  • Conduct coding review for AEs, SAEs, SADRs, past medical history, and concomitant medication listings.

Protocol & Document Review

  • Perform safety-focused reviews of:

    • Clinical protocols

    • Investigator brochures

    • Case report forms (CRFs)

    • Project safety plans and medical monitoring plans

Aggregate Safety Reporting

  • Conduct aggregate safety data review from sources like:

    • Clinical studies

    • Post-marketing data

    • Literature reviews

    • Observational studies

  • Contribute to or author regulatory reports such as:

    • DSURs

    • RMPs

    • PBRERs

    • Ad hoc regulatory safety reports

Operational Leadership & Oversight

  • Ensure timely, high-quality service delivery in compliance with regulatory/contractual expectations.

  • Provide leadership for safety case processing teams and single case assessments.

  • Maintain, update, and oversee:

    • Watch lists

    • Reference Safety Information (RSI)

    • Labeling expectations

Training & Strategic Initiatives

  • Lead or contribute to:

    • Team training

    • Audit preparation

    • Knowledge sharing

    • Product transitions

Meetings & Representation

  • Attend and present findings at:

    • Project meetings

    • Safety team meetings

    • Client discussions

  • Serve as Lead Safety Physician, support resource, or backup for assigned projects.

Medical Escalation & Support

  • Provide escalation support for:

    • Medical information projects

    • EU QPPV (Qualified Person for Pharmacovigilance) engagements

  • Deliver 24/7 medical support for assigned projects, as needed.

Safety Strategy & Signal Detection

  • Participate in signal detection strategy meetings and other safety evaluation initiatives.

  • Stay current with evolving safety and regulatory industry trends.


Qualifications:

Requirement Details
Education Medical degree from an accredited and internationally recognized institution (Required)
Clinical Experience Minimum 3 years of clinical practice post-degree (Residency training may count)
Pharmaceutical Experience At least 2 years in a pharma/biotech setting (Preferred)
Medical Knowledge Strong understanding of general medicine and therapeutic areas
Regulatory Knowledge In-depth knowledge of GCP, ICH guidelines, and pharmacovigilance regulations
PV Knowledge Proficiency in ICSR handling and aggregate safety reporting
Tools & Systems Skilled in multiple safety databases; proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Communication Skills Excellent verbal and written communication
Teamwork Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, clients, and regulatory agencies
Licensure Valid medical license (Preferred but not mandatory)

About IQVIA:

IQVIA is a global leader in clinical research, real-world evidence, and health data analytics. IQVIA connects data, technology, and expertise to drive healthcare innovation, enabling the development of better therapies and improved patient outcomes.

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