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HazTek Inc.

Safety Manager | Durham, NC

Durham, NC · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Oversee all aspects of the commercial construction project within the pharmaceutical facility ensuring OSHA compliance * Conduct daily safety meetings * Complete accident reports and conduct accident ...

HazTek Inc.

Safety Manager | Wilson, NC

Elm City, NC

Oversee all aspects of the commercial construction project within the pharmaceutical facility ensuring OSHA compliance * Conduct daily safety meetings * Complete accident reports and conduct accident ...

JobRx, Inc.

Medical Director, Pharmacovigilance

Boston, MA · On-site

$237.20 - $372.79/hr

The Medical Safety - M.D., Director is responsible for guiding safety assessments and medical reviews to ensure the safety of pharmaceutical products. This role supports clinical development by ...

HazTek Inc.

Safety Manager | Wilson, NC

Elm City, NC

Oversee all aspects of the commercial construction project within the pharmaceutical facility ensuring OSHA compliance * Conduct daily safety meetings * Complete accident reports and conduct accident ...

HazTek Inc.

Safety Manager | Durham, NC

Durham, NC · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Oversee all aspects of the commercial construction project within the pharmaceutical facility ensuring OSHA compliance * Conduct daily safety meetings * Complete accident reports and conduct accident ...

HazTek Inc.

Safety Manager | Durham, NC

Durham, NC · On-site

Oversee all aspects of the commercial construction project within the pharmaceutical facility ensuring OSHA compliance * Conduct daily safety meetings * Complete accident reports and conduct accident ...

HazTek Inc.

Safety Manager | Durham, NC

Durham, NC

Oversee all aspects of the commercial construction project within the pharmaceutical facility ensuring OSHA compliance * Conduct daily safety meetings * Complete accident reports and conduct accident ...

Sterling Engineering

Site Safety Manager

Lebanon, IN · On-site

$55 - $65/hr

Position: HSE Safety Supervisor Duration : 6-12+ months - contract to hire Location: Lebanon, IN ... Experience supporting pharmaceutical, life sciences, semiconductor, data center, or large ...

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Takeda

Medical Director, Pharmacovigilance

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$237K - $372K/yr

The Medical Safety - M.D., Director is responsible for guiding safety assessments and medical reviews to ensure the safety of pharmaceutical products. This role supports clinical development by ...

HazTek Inc.

Safety Manager | Wilson, NC

Elm City, NC · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Oversee all aspects of the commercial construction project within the pharmaceutical facility ensuring OSHA compliance * Conduct daily safety meetings * Complete accident reports and conduct accident ...

HazTek Inc.

Safety Manager | Wilson, NC

Elm City, NC · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Oversee all aspects of the commercial construction project within the pharmaceutical facility ensuring OSHA compliance * Conduct daily safety meetings * Complete accident reports and conduct accident ...

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How much do pharmaceutical safety jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for pharmaceutical safety in the United States is $115.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56.73 and $166.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Pharmaceutical Safety position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Pharmaceutical Safety, you need a solid background in pharmacology, drug safety assessment, and regulatory compliance, usually supported by a degree in pharmacy, life sciences, or a related field. Familiarity with pharmacovigilance databases, safety signal detection software, and certifications like those from the Drug Information Association (DIA) are highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help professionals excel in reviewing, reporting, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. These capabilities are critical for ensuring medication safety, meeting regulatory requirements, and protecting public health.

What is a Pharmaceutical Safety job?

A Pharmaceutical Safety job focuses on monitoring, assessing, and preventing adverse effects of medications to ensure patient safety. Professionals in this field analyze drug safety data, report adverse drug reactions, and comply with regulatory requirements. They collaborate with healthcare providers, pharmaceutical companies, and regulatory agencies to minimize risks associated with medications. Their work plays a crucial role in protecting public health and ensuring that drugs remain safe and effective throughout their lifecycle.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Pharmaceutical Safety professional?

Pharmaceutical Safety professionals are primarily responsible for monitoring, assessing, and reporting adverse drug reactions and safety signals throughout the lifecycle of a medication. Their daily tasks often include analyzing case reports, preparing safety summaries for regulatory submissions, updating risk management plans, and collaborating with clinical, medical, and regulatory teams. They also contribute to safety reviews for new drug applications and participate in regular safety meetings. This role is dynamic and requires staying current with changing regulations to ensure continued patient safety.

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Infographic showing various Pharmaceutical Safety job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $239,632 per year, or $115.2 per hour.
Medical Director, Pharmacovigilance

Medical Director, Pharmacovigilance

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited

Boston, MA • On-site

$237K - $372K/yr

Full-time

Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Takeda Pharmaceuticals rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 71 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

68th of 86 rated pharmaceutical

Job description

By clicking the "Apply" button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda's Privacy Notice and Terms of Use. I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.
Job Description
About the role:
The Medical Safety - M.D., Director is responsible for guiding safety assessments and medical reviews to ensure the safety of pharmaceutical products. This role supports clinical development by providing critical safety insights and guidance, contributing to the overall mission of Takeda.
How you will contribute:
  • Guide safety assessments and medical reviews
  • Navigate complex regulatory compliance requirements in pharmaceutical safety
  • Apply expert risk management strategies to mitigate potential safety issues
  • Lead safety surveillance initiatives, including data analysis and safety signal detection
  • Provide critical safety insights and guidance to support clinical development
  • Strategically guide and mentor the safety team
  • Facilitate team collaboration to enhance performance and project success

Skills and qualifications:
  • Possesses deep medical knowledge and expertise, capable of guiding safety assessments and medical reviews
  • Advanced understanding of regulatory compliance requirements in pharmaceutical safety, able to navigate complex regulatory landscapes
  • Applies expert risk management strategies to mitigate potential safety issues associated with pharmaceutical products
  • Leads safety surveillance initiatives, adept at data analysis and safety signal detection
  • Supports clinical development by providing critical safety insights and guidance
  • Demonstrates leadership by strategically guiding and mentoring the safety team
  • Skilled in strategic planning with the ability to anticipate and mitigate challenges in pharmaceutical safety
  • Facilitates team collaboration, enhancing team performance and project success
  • Solves complex safety-related problems with innovative and effective solutions
  • Communicates effectively with all levels of management and cross-functional teams
  • Provides mentoring and development opportunities to team members, enhancing their professional growth

As a recognized expert within Takeda globally, you possess in-depth expertise in your discipline and broad knowledge across related areas. You're adept at anticipating internal/external challenges, recommending improvements, and solving unique, far-reaching business problems. Your role involves working on abstract issues, assessing intangible variables, contributing to global Business/Functional strategy, and serving as the primary contact for contracts and operations, conducting briefings and meetings with top management and customers. Operating with significant autonomy in a complex environment, you also lead project teams to achieve milestones and objectives.
This position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy.
Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary
We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.
For Location:
Boston, MA
U.S. Base Salary Range:
$237,200.00 - $372,790.00
The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.
U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/ or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.
EEO Statement
Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.
Locations
Boston, MA
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Job Exempt
Yes
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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