Head, US Patient Safety
About The Position
The Head of US Patient Safety is accountable for the strategic direction, operational execution, and overall performance of the US pharmacovigilance (PV) system, ensuring alignment with International Patient Safety (IPS) priorities and business needs. In close partnership with Genentech, this leader serves as the primary steward of the affiliate PV system and safety risk management. The role leads the Affiliate Patient Safety strategy and collaborates with cross-functional leaders to prioritize initiatives with patient and business impact. As a member of the IPS Leadership Team, the role shares responsibility for the broader organization’s strategic vision, governance, and performance. The position oversees the local PV system, supports compliance and inspection readiness, and leads safety risk management, safety communications, and safety insights. It also provides leadership and talent oversight for US Patient Safety teams.
Requirements
- Medical degree (MD or equivalent) or a higher degree in a life science discipline, such as PharmD, PhD, or MSc.
- At least 12 years of experience in pharmacovigilance, clinical research, or clinical development.
- At least 7 years in senior Patient Safety leadership roles across complex regional or global environments.
- At least 7 years of executive people leadership, including coaching, developing, and engaging large, multi-layered teams and networks of leaders.
- Proven ability to operate with an enterprise-first mindset and drive impact, influence strategy, and build capabilities beyond assigned regional borders.
- Executive presence and recognized authority in influencing senior leadership across local and global organizations.
- Extensive experience engaging with major Tier-1 global Health Authorities and shaping international PV ecosystems.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Affiliate Patient Safety strategy, collaborating with cross-functional leaders to prioritize initiatives that maximize patient and business impact.
- Serve on the IPS Leadership Team and co-own the strategic vision, governance, and collective performance of the broader IPS organization.
- Maintain holistic oversight of the local PV system to ensure compliance, operational efficiency, and inspection readiness.
- Ensure product safety launch readiness, align global safety solutions with therapeutic strategies, and drive local risk minimization efforts.
- Lead strategies for communicating and educating stakeholders about safety risks, in partnership with US Medical and other functions.
- Drive the systematic collection, analysis, and sharing of safety insights aligned with disease area goals, leveraging digital solutions and real-world evidence as appropriate.
- Provide solid-line leadership to the US Patient Safety Leadership Team and oversee talent, succession planning, and capability building across US safety staff.
Benefits
- Relocation benefits are available.
- A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.
- Benefits are referenced via a link in the posting, but specific benefits are not listed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
