Job Description

At AstraZeneca, Global Patient Safety (GPS) is at the forefront of defining and optimizing the safety profile of our medicines across their lifecycle in all therapeutic areas. GPS leads the way in integrating science, data, and technology to shape clinical safety strategies. From monitoring and detection to characterization and reporting of adverse events, GPS plays a meaningful role in ensuring the safety of our medicines for patients worldwide. Are you ready to lead and innovate in the field of patient safety and risk management? As a Senior Director of Patient Safety Risk Management, you will demonstrate your specialist knowledge in risk management and broad-based expertise in patient safety to provide strategic direction and leadership. The role will be aligned to AstraZeneca’s diverse and expansive Oncology therapy area, with an ambition to eliminate cancer as a cause of death. It’s our big vision that unites and inspires us. You will develop innovative risk management methods, tools, and technology, ensuring quality and implementation across Global Oncology Patient Safety and locally aligned countries. Collaborate with key partners to develop global risk management plans, regulatory strategies, and novel methodologies that advance the field of risk management. Your contributions will be recognized both internally and externally as you work on complex strategic problems and provide innovative solutions. Key Accountabilities:Spearhead the development of global risk management strategies in partnership with Oncology Patient Safety, Clinical, Medical Affairs, and Regulatory Affairs teams.Build and sustain a comprehensive framework for training and oversight on Risk Management Plan (RMP) strategies, ensuring standardization, quality, and seamless implementation across global operations.Drive the creation and assessment of additional pharmacovigilance measures and risk minimization strategies, working alongside key partners and external vendors.Guide and endorse Local Risk Management Plans (LRMPs) to ensure uniform content and compliance with health authority regulations.