Job Description

Summary

Join Novartis and make a profound impact on patient safety!




As a Medical Safety Lead, you'll spearhead safety evaluations, collaborate with dynamic global teams, and craft safety strategies that not only protect patients but also drive groundbreaking medical innovation.




Be a part of something extraordinary!

About the Role

#LI-Hybrid

Primary Location:

London (White City), UK

Work Model:

Hybrid

Relocation Support:

Novartis is unable to offer relocation support; please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

About the role:

Key Responsibilities

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Monitor clinical safety data, literature, and case reports to identify potential safety signals Conduct medical assessments for individual cases, including follow-ups and quality defect evaluations Perform signal detection and evaluation using aggregate and single-case data Contribute to regulatory responses and prepare safety data for health authority reviews Support safety input for core data sheets and related regulatory documentation Provide medical input for aggregate safety reports and risk management plans Collaborate with cross-functional teams on clinical safety deliverables and study documentation Offer expert evaluation on adverse event reports and guide pharmacovigilance operations

Essential Requirements

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Master of Science / PharmD / PhD in a relevant field Fluent in spoken and written English; additional language skills are a plus Minimum 4 years of experience in drug development, including 2 years in patient safety Strong knowledge of clinical trial methodology, regulatory requirements, and scientific analysis Proven ability to interpret and present safety data clearly and effectively Experience contributing to clinical safety assessments and regulatory safety reports

Desirable Requirements

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Medical degree (MBBS or MD) with specialization preferred Experience managing clinical safety issues

Why Novartis:

Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

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Benefits and Rewards:

Read our handbook to learn about all the ways we'll help you thrive personally and professionally: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards



Division
Development
Business Unit
Innovative Medicines
Location
United Kingdom
Site
London (The Westworks)
Company / Legal Entity
GB16 (FCRS = GB016) Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd.
Functional Area
Research & Development
Job Type
Full time
Employment Type
Regular
Shift Work
No

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