Senior Director, Medical Safety & Pharmacovigilance

Role: Senior Director, Medical Safety & Pharmacovigilance at Cytokinetics, overseeing global safety strategy and risk management for investigational and marketed cardiovascular therapies. Responsibilities: lead safety surveillance, signal detection, and risk assessment; develop pharmacovigilance policies; ensure compliance with global regulations (FDA, EMA, ICH); oversee safety reporting, safety data review, and safety governance; collaborate with cross-functional teams including Clinical Development, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, and external partners; lead safety teams and manage inspection readiness; contribute to regulatory submissions and safety documents; monitor industry trends and evolving safety standards; mentor safety staff and support corporate development activities. Qualifications: MD or equivalent (MD/PhD/MPH); 12+ years in pharma, with extensive pharmacovigilance and drug safety leadership experience; deep knowledge of global PV regulations; proven track record in safety surveillance, signal detection, and risk management; strong scientific judgment, leadership, and communication skills. High-Value: Cardiovascular therapeutic area, drug safety leadership, global regulatory compliance, investigation of safety data, cross-functional collaboration, team leadership, regulatory reporting, safety documentation, and industry trend monitoring. WorkSetup: Based in South San Francisco, CA, with salary range $351,180-$409,710; total compensation includes stock options, benefits, and wellness stipends.