Safety Writer/Scientist – Contract
Responsibilities Author comprehensive safety assessment reports (including signal evaluations), ensuring scientific accuracy, clarity, and regulatory alignment
Prepare and draft high-quality responses to FDA Information Requests as needed
Prepare and draft core safety reference information or justification for safety sections of the label
Prepare and draft slides for safety related presentations for both internal and external meetings, including FDA advisory committee meeting.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency and completeness of safety narratives and analyses
Contribute to risk-benefit analyses, RMP writing, and other safety sections required for various clinical and safety documents (IB, CSR, etc)
Assist in drafting, editing, formatting, and maintaining safety-related SOPs and associated work instructions
Ensure SOPs align with current regulatory requirements and internal quality standards
Support inspection readiness activities as needed
Qualifications Advanced degree in life sciences, pharmacy, nursing, public health, or related scientific field (doctorate level preferred)
8+ years of medical writing/safety scientist experience, with significant focus in safety, clinical, or regulatory documents.
Experience with writing safety signal assessment documents.
Prior experience with writing and preparation for FDA advisory committees is highly valued.
Demonstrated experience drafting responses to FDA Information Requests related to safety
Strong understanding of pharmacovigilance principles, including adverse event reporting, signal detection, and risk management
Proven ability to review and interpret adverse event data
Familiarity with global regulatory requirements (EMA, PMDA, etc.)