Associate Director Global Pharmacovigilance

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to join our Global Pharmacovigilance (GPV) team as an Associate Director. In this critical role, you will lead a dedicated team responsible for a wide range of pharmacovigilance activities. You will be instrumental in ensuring our operations are compliant, efficient, and consistently meet the highest standards of quality and safety. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a passion for developing people and driving process excellence.

• Lead and manage Global Pharmacovigilance team members, overseeing activities such as case review and approval, aggregate report preparation, and signal management
• Establish team priorities, allocate resources effectively, and track progress to ensure all timelines and objectives are met
• Participate as needed in Global PV Leadership team meetings
• Support and participate in regulatory audits and inspections, including readiness preparation and management of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs)
• Responsible for participation in or support/oversight of one or more of the activities described below:
  • Ensure the creation, review, and maintenance of a robust procedure management process for all Global PV documents
  • Support the safety database and other PV IT applications, including participation in business-related tasks such as IT application testing
  • Provide expert support to national PV teams as needed to ensure global alignment and compliance
  • Monitor, interpret, and apply new and existing legislation governing pharmacovigilance to ensure ongoing compliance
  • Oversee a comprehensive training program for GPV staff and other relevant personnel

• Mentoring &
  
  Coaching:
  
  Actively manage team questions, facilitate group meetings, and provide guidance to develop the skills and careers of your team members
• Continuous Learning:
  Stay current with evolving legislation and maintain a robust training program to ensure your team remains at the forefront of the field
• Proactive Problem Solving:
  Engage directly in resolving challenges as they arise and implement effective risk minimization strategies to prevent future issues
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation:
  Drive the enhancement of our processes and systems by participating in new projects and consistently seeking opportunities for innovation

• PhD or DVM with 3 years experience in a highly regulated pharmaceutical field; OR Master's degree with 5 years experience in a highly regulated pharmaceutical field

• Experience with statistical analyses
• In-depth knowledge of regulations governing pharmacovigilance for veterinary medicinal products
• Proficiency with pharmacovigilance databases and other IT applications
• Strong analytical, communication, and writing skills

• Adaptability, Adverse Event Report, Audit Inspections, Compliance Monitoring, Data Management, Pharmacovigilance, Process Improvements, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Reporting, Strategic Planning, Training and Development

The salary range for this role is $ - $. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.

San Francisco Residents Only:
We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles Residents Only:
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

Employee Status:
Regular Relocation:
No relocation VISA Sponsorship:
No Travel Requirements: 10% Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid

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No Hazardous Material(s): N/A Job Posting End Date: 09/8/2026
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