Drug Safety Specialist

Welcome to Novo Nordisk! We are a global healthcare company dedicated to improving the lives of people living with chronic diseases. We are currently seeking a highly skilled Drug Safety Specialist to join our team. As a Drug Safety Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and efficacy of our medications. Your expertise in pharmacovigilance and regulatory compliance will be essential in maintaining our high standards of patient care. We are looking for a detail-oriented, analytical, and highly organized individual with a strong background in drug safety and pharmacovigilance. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients and are looking for an opportunity to grow and develop within a dynamic and innovative company, then we want to hear from you!

1. Conduct thorough safety assessments for all Novo Nordisk medications, including adverse event reporting and risk management activities.
2. Monitor and analyze adverse event data, identify trends, and escalate potential safety concerns to the appropriate teams.
3. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements and guidelines related to pharmacovigilance.
4. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement risk minimization strategies.
5. Participate in the review of clinical trial protocols and study reports to identify potential safety risks.
6. Maintain accurate and up-to-date pharmacovigilance documentation and databases.
7. Provide support and training to other team members on safety and pharmacovigilance processes and procedures.
8. Stay updated on industry developments and changes in regulations related to drug safety.
9. Conduct internal audits to assess compliance and identify areas for improvement.
10. Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate reporting of safety data.
11. Act as a subject matter expert on drug safety and provide guidance to other departments as needed.
12. Contribute to the development and implementation of drug safety policies and procedures.
13. Participate in the evaluation of new drugs and provide input on safety considerations.
14. Collaborate with global teams to ensure consistency and alignment of drug safety processes.
15. Proactively identify potential safety issues and work towards their resolution.
16. Handle any safety-related inquiries or requests from regulatory agencies.
17. Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in all aspects of the job.
18. Continuously seek opportunities to improve processes and systems related to drug safety.
19. Mentor and train new team members on drug safety processes and procedures.
20. Represent Novo Nordisk at external events and meetings related to drug safety and pharmacovigilance.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Drug Safety Specialist in Plainsboro Township, NJ, USA is between $90,000 to $110,000 per year. This can vary depending on factors such as experience, education, and the specific company and industry in which the specialist is employed.

Novo Nordisk AS engages in the research, development, manufacture, and marketing of pharmaceutical products. It operates through the Diabetes and Obesity Care; and Biopharmaceuticals segments. The Diabetes and Obesity Care segment covers insulins, glucagon-like-peptide 1, other protein-related products, oral anti-diabetic drugs and obesity. The Biopharmaceuticals segment handles the research, development, manufacture, and distribution of products within the areas of haemophilia, growth hormone, hormone replacement, inflammation and other therapy areas.