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GQR · 3 days ago

Director Drug Safety Operations

GQR is supporting a well-established biotech company that is advancing innovative therapeutics. They are seeking an Associate Director/Director of Patient Safety Operations to oversee global safety operations across clinical development and post-marketing programs.

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Hiring Manager
Bryan Blair
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Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day safety operations across clinical and post-marketing programs
Oversee case processing workflows, timelines, and quality across internal and external teams
Manage safety vendors/business partners to ensure compliance with KPIs and PV agreements
Drive third-party quality event management, CAPAs, and operational process improvements
Own SUSAR compliance oversight, tracking, and operational monitoring
Partner with IT and system providers to support safety systems (Argus), including data quality and validation
Support inspection readiness and participate in audit/inspection activities

Qualification

Drug Safety/PharmacovigilanceGlobal PV regulationsArgus experienceVendor managementLife sciences degreeOperational process improvementsAudit/inspection involvementVeevaETMFEDCCommunication

Required

10+ years in Drug Safety/Pharmacovigilance with strong operational leadership
Deep knowledge of global PV regulations (ICH, FDA, EMA, MHRA) and safety reporting requirements
Argus experience required (system and operational SME capability)
Strong vendor management experience (KPIs, compliance, escalation, CAPAs)
Excellent written/verbal communication and strong execution across global timelines
Life sciences degree or equivalent experience (HCP background acceptable; MD not required)

Preferred

Veeva, eTMF, EDC; audit/inspection involvement

Company

GQR redefines total talent solutions, offering a bespoke blend of staffing, search, advisory, managed services, and cutting-edge software tailored to every employer's unique needs.

H1B Sponsorship

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2022 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Steven Talbot
CEO
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Hannah Roberts
President and Co-Founder of "Women @ GQR" Employee Resource Group
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