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GSK

Senior Scientific Director, Oncology

GSK

. Lead pharmacovigilance activities and risk mitigation strategies for assigned oncology assets and clinical trials .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomSenior💰 PLN 525,750 - PLN 876,250 per yearWebsite

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in pharmacovigilance and drug safety, with a strong focus on signal detection, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate complex safety data effectively to diverse stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords
PharmacovigilanceSignal DetectionRegulatory SubmissionsRisk ManagementClinical Development

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Hard Skills
Safety Data EvaluationSafety SurveillanceClinical Data SynthesisIntegrated Safety AnalysisRegulatory Safety Document PreparationDrug Development ProcessesSafety Issue EvaluationEmerging Risk AssessmentLiterature ReviewCross-Functional Team Leadership
Soft Skills
MentoringCommunicationScientific JudgmentInfluencingCollaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
Advanced Degree in Health or Life Sciences
Industry Keywords
OncologyPharmaceutical IndustryBiotech IndustryGlobal Pharmacovigilance RequirementsPost-Marketing SafetyClinical MatrixGovernance BodiesSafety Review TeamRegulatory AuthoritiesSafety Evaluation Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead pharmacovigilance activities and risk mitigation strategies for assigned oncology assets and clinical trials
  • Evaluate and interpret safety data, including signal detection and assessment
  • Develop strategic approaches for safety issue evaluation within clinical development programs
  • Contribute to safety components of global regulatory submissions, including INDs, DSURs, and IBs
  • Perform literature reviews, clinical data synthesis, and integrated safety analyses
  • Represent SERM on Clinical Matrix and Project Teams
  • Lead cross-functional efforts addressing urgent and complex product safety issues
  • Partner with Safety Physicians and stakeholders for Safety Review Team meetings
  • Escalate emerging safety issues to senior leadership and governance bodies
  • Mentor and coach junior team members as applicable
  • Present safety recommendations and emerging risks to senior governance committees
  • Represent GSK in interactions with regulatory authorities, external experts, and partners
  • Contribute to long-term safety and clinical development strategies
  • Drive continuous improvement in safety evaluation and processes
  • Communicate complex scientific information to diverse audiences

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Degree in a health or life sciences discipline (e.g., Bachelor of Science, PharmD, MD, PhD, or equivalent)
  • Extensive experience in pharmacovigilance, drug safety, or related safety evaluation in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
  • Practical experience in signal detection, safety surveillance, and risk management across clinical development and post-marketing
  • Knowledge of global pharmacovigilance requirements and drug development processes
  • Strong clinical or scientific judgment with experience interpreting clinical and safety data
  • Advanced degree or equivalent clinical qualification preferred
  • 10 or more years of pharmacovigilance or medical safety experience preferred
  • Experience preparing regulatory safety documents and participating in regulatory interactions preferred
  • Experience leading safety activities in a relevant therapeutic area preferred
  • Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams in a matrix setting preferred
  • Experience supporting inspections, audits, and readiness activities preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Annual bonus may be offered
  • Eligibility to participate in a share-based long-term incentive program, dependent on role level
  • Benefits package details supplied during the recruitment process
  • Agile working culture and flexibility opportunities
  • Equal opportunity employment
  • Process adjustments available for applicants who require them