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Associate Director, Consumer Safety Science

Apply locations Warsaw time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: January 10, 2025 (15 days left to apply) job requisition id 526820

Hello. We’re Haleon . A new world-leading consumer health company. Shaped by all who join us. Together, we’re improving everyday health for billions of people.

This is an exciting time to join us and help shape the future. It’s an opportunity to be part of something special.

About the role

Consumer Healthcare has a large portfolio of products including medicines, cosmetics, medical devices, and dietary supplements. In line with a risk-proportionate framework for product vigilance, the Associate Director, Consumer Safety Science is accountable for developing the safety strategy for R&D innovation projects as well as maintenance of business activities for medium to high-risk products. The position holder will:

• Develop safety strategy for medium to high-risk products within the assigned therapeutic category and/or business unit.
• Ensure that the strategic R&D planning is aligned with safety objectives.
• Ensure effective integration, analysis, and interpretation of safety information from all sources, including internal and external clinical and post-marketing data.
• Present safety strategy to management at key internal forums.
• Display confidence and credibility.

Role Responsibilities

• Define safety strategy and provide safety inputs into R&D innovation projects for all CH product types (e.g., medicines, medical devices, cosmetics, dietary supplements, digital projects) within assigned therapeutic category and/or business unit.
• Ensure a fit-for-purpose (FFP) approach for safety inputs into maintenance of business activities.
• Conduct proactive signal detection and management activities for assigned products within respective therapeutic category and/or business unit. Make recommendations to safety management on prioritization, assessment, and escalation of safety signals.
• Manage implementation of risk minimization activities in FFP manner, including umbrella brand framework and product labelling updates.
• Evaluate safety issues related to product defects at manufacturing sites.
• Provide safety expertise into regulatory documents and responses to boards of health.
• Provide safety inputs in due diligence activities through development of safety assessments and recommendations.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives within Consumer Safety and broader organization.
• Train, coach, and mentor safety associates in the scientific aspects of safety evaluations, signal detection, and risk management methodologies.

Why you?

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences (including Biomedical sciences, Medical/Health science), Pharmacy, Nursing, or related course of study.
• 5 years+ experience in similar role with extensive knowledge in pharmacovigilance.
• In-depth knowledge in causality assessment, evaluation of safety signals, and proactive risk management strategies including management of labelling changes.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant regulations and methodologies applicable to safety evaluation & risk management activities.
• Knowledge of the therapeutic areas in consumer healthcare, including OTC products, wellness products (such as nutrition and cosmetics), pharmaceuticals, medical devices, or related disciplines.
• Medical and drug terminology and good understanding of pharmacology.
• Strong medical writing skills and computing skills.
• Fluent English language skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced life-sciences degree (MS, PhD).
• Additional experience of product safety related disciplines (e.g., clinical development, medical affairs, regulatory) preferred.
• Professional qualification as healthcare professional, e.g., Pharmacist may be advantageous.
• Demonstrated track record of quality decision making and problem resolution based on assessment of all relevant information and understanding of the wider context.
• Proven ability to train, coach, and mentor.
• Ability to manage and co-ordinate tasks, projects, and processes across a large organization.
• Effective communication skills: ability to present complex data in a clear and concise manner.
• Effective negotiation and influencing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deliver to deadline with high standard of quality.
• Contributes innovative ideas to address new issues or improve approaches to existing operations.
• Ability to adjust behaviors and priorities based on changing environment.
• Shows intellectual curiosity, able to think tactically and strategically and take account of internal/external environment when considering safety issues and business processes.
• Ability to engage in and contribute to the broad R&D organization with confidence, integrity, and professionalism.

Location: This role is based in: Poland, Warsaw.

Haleon offers a dynamic hybrid work model, allowing you to achieve a balance between professional and personal life. Enjoy an attractive reward package that includes an annual bonus, awards for outstanding performance, and recognition for additional achievements and engagement. We prioritize your well-being by providing extensive support for work-life balance. Our commitment to diversity is reflected in our open and inclusive environment, which welcomes individuals of all backgrounds.

Haleon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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