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Executive Director, Global Pharmacovigilance Operations, Quality & Compliance

Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical
Location
United States - Remote
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Global Safety / Pharmacovigilance
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's level degree with advanced degree preferably in a scientific field; healthcare professional degree preferred (PharmD, RPh, RN/BSN, MPH)
  • Minimum 15 years of global full life-cycle DSPV experience, including clinical and post-marketing pharmacovigilance responsibilities
  • Direct experience in PV Operations, vendor/alliance management, and GVP-related Quality Management/Compliance within the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry
  • Demonstrated experience leading global teams, including direct people leadership, matrix leadership, performance management, and talent development
  • Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and collaborate cross-functionally with various departments
  • Direct experience preparing for, leading, supporting, and responding to global regulatory authority PV/GVP inspections
Nice to have
  • Rare disease experience preferred.
What the job really is

The Executive Director of Global Pharmacovigilance Operations, Quality & Compliance at Ultragenyx is responsible for leading the strategic and operational aspects of the global pharmacovigilance function. This includes overseeing case processing, vendor management, compliance with regulatory requirements, and ensuring the organization is prepared for inspections. The role also involves building and mentoring teams, establishing operational objectives, and maintaining high-quality standards in pharmacovigilance practices.

Benefits
  • Generous vacation time and public holidays observed by the company
  • Volunteer days
  • Long term incentive and Employee stock purchase plans or equivalent offerings
  • Employee wellbeing benefits
  • Fitness reimbursement
  • Tuition sponsoring
Things to weigh
  • No specific information on company culture or team dynamics is provided.
  • The role involves significant leadership responsibilities which may require extensive experience in managing teams and operations.
  • The position is remote but may require occasional travel, which could be a consideration for work-life balance.
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