Principal Medical Safety Specialist

About the role

For our client, we are seeking a Principal Medical Safety Specialist to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space. In this remote role, you will help evaluate medical safety information and adverse event patterns to support patient safety and informed risk decisions. You will partner closely with cross-functional stakeholders and external agencies to assess complaints, scientific evidence, and emerging safety concerns. This position plays a key role in strengthening safety practices, guiding responses to stakeholders, and supporting compliance with relevant regulatory expectations.

Schedule

Remote position; US-based candidates only. No visa sponsorship available.

Pay

$130,400 – $195,600 annually

Responsibilities

• Evaluate safety events and adverse event trends from multiple sources
• Conduct medical safety assessments using complaint data and scientific literature
• Apply cardiac implantable electronic device expertise to support patient safety evaluations
• Respond to safety-related inquiries from stakeholders and regulatory agencies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address emerging safety concerns
• Maintain expertise in therapies, products, and regulatory requirements
• Lead initiatives to improve safety practices and decision-making processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or a healthcare-related field with active licensure
• 7+ years of experience in cardiac implantable electronic device management, or 5+ years with an advanced degree
• Experience in Medical Safety, Medical Affairs, or Clinical Management
• Strong knowledge of therapy management and associated cardiac disease states
• Proficiency in evaluating clinical and safety data for risk-based decision-making

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution and match
• Paid time off and paid holidays