Associate Medical Director, Medical Safety
Jazz Pharmaceuticals
September 09, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Philadelphia, PA
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Associate Medical Director / Global Safety Physician responsible for implementing and monitoring the safety profile of Jazz Pharmaceuticals' investigational and marketed products throughout their lifecycle. Core responsibilities include leading signal detection, benefit-risk assessments, risk management activities, and contributing safety data to regulatory submissions. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams—Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, PV, CROs—and external authorities to ensure safety strategies align with global regulations. Tasks encompass preparing safety reports, reviewing literature, maintaining safety information, and overseeing safety management forums. Requirements: MD with at least 3 years of Drug Safety/PV or clinical development experience; knowledge of global PV regulations, safety databases, MedDRA, and drug development processes; strong communication and organizational skills; proficiency in regulatory databases and office software. Preferred: experience with PV audits, inspections, and clinical research in neurology, oncology, or hematology/oncology. High-value specifics: focus on neuroscience and oncology, lifecycle safety monitoring, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional safety collaboration. Work setup: primarily office-based, travel may be required.