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Daiichi Sankyo
Senior Director Clinical Safety MD
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A Safety Director is responsible for determining and maintaining the strategic direction of their organization's health and safety program and developing a workplace culture where safety is the utmost priority.
$119,655 / year median in the U.S.
+17% projected growth
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Senior Director Clinical Safety MD Employer Daiichi Sankyo Location Basking Ridge
- NJ Start date Aug 5, 2026 View more categories View less categories Discipline Administration , Clinical , Clinical Medicine Required Education Doctorate/PHD/MD Position Type Full time Hotbed Pharm Country , Best Places to Work Apply now Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job.
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8/4/26 At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society. Job Summary The Sr. Director, Clinical Safety, will lead the development and implementation of integrated project/product risk management strategies aimed at achieving the optimum benefit-risk for Development Sankyo's development compounds through the Safety Management Team framework. This individual will use strong leadership and communication skills to successfully coordinate resources and ensure effective collaboration across development functions and sites. The individual assuming this role may function as a key member of the Global Product Team in collaboration with Clinical Development, Regulatory, Project Management, Biostatistics, Pharmacology, and other departments to strategically manage benefit-risk throughout the lifecycle of the drug. Specific responsibilities will vary depending on the stage of development of assigned projects (i.e., Phase I through commercialization). Responsibilities Depending on the status of development of the compound, lead and medical-scientifically direct a team of physicians and scientists responsible for a compound/product including project-specific training and coaching of team members and review of team output cross-functionally. Effectively represent the CSPV on the Global Product Team or other cross-functional teams providing the safety leadership and serving as the primary point of contact. Review and analyze data from clinical trials, post-marketing and other relevant sources for the prompt identification of safety signals. Lead internal and external (especially regulatory, but also expert advisory) interactions to ensure quality outcomes in the risk evaluation and management of assigned projects/products. Define and implement strategies and action plans for identifying and managing risks throughout the product life cycle. Effectively coordinate and manage available resources in developing and delivering high-quality safety evaluation related documents/deliverables on time. Coordinate and participate actively in safety-related regulatory interactions (e.g., regulatory meetings, post-approval commitments). Qualifications Education Qualifications MD Board certification or eligibility required Experience Qualifications 6 or more years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, regulatory agency or academia, with exposure to drug development, clinical pharmacology, and/or epidemiology is required Experience in clinical development, submission and post marketing, is strongly recommended. Physical Requirements N/A N/A% of the time. Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.Salary Range:
USD$280,350.00- USD$467,250.
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4568 Company info Website http://www.daiichisankyo.com/ Phone (908) 992-6400 Location 211 Mt. Airy Road Basking Ridge New Jersey 07920 United States Share this job Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Apply now Send job Apply now Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job. Get job alerts Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox. Create alert Similar jobs Medical Science Liaison- West Working from Home Associate Director
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