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Associate Director, Safety Physician

On-site in Sant Feliu de Llobregat·Full-time·Added 3 months ago

This job was published 3 months ago

Almirall

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Overview

Job details

Full-time hours
Per the ad.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Almirall doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Sant Feliu de Llobregat
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 8+ years of experience
Director-level role.
University degree
“MD, clinical experience is a plus.” — per the ad.

Requirements

What we're looking for

• MD, clinical experience is a plus.

• 8-10+ years in pharmacovigilance/drug safety including clinical safety, medical review and signal management.

• Knowledge of GVP, GCP and global safety regulations.

• Strong clinical judgment.

• Fluency in English and good communication skills.

The role

We're building the future of medical dermatology by focusing on unmet patient needs and giving people the space to think independently, take ownership and make an impact that matters.

Our purpose is simple: to transform patients' lives by addressing real needs. We work with care, act with courage, keep things simple and focus our innovation where it makes a difference.

The Associate Director, Safety Physician provides medical leadership for patient safety across clinical development and post-marketing for assigned products. The role oversees medical review, signal detection/management, aggregate reporting, and benefit-risk assessment in compliance with global regulations and GVP. The incumbent partners with Clinical, Regulatory and Medical Affairs to ensure proactive risk management, timely safety communications, and inspection readiness; and also engages with health authorities as needed.

What you'll do

• Lead medical review of individual and aggregate safety data; chair or contribute to safety review meetings.

• Oversee signal detection/evaluation and benefit-risk assessments; recommend risk minimization actions.

• Author/review DSURs, PBRER/PSURs, RMPs, and labeling updates; contribute to regulatory responses.

• Advise on protocol safety design, stopping rules, and DMC interactions; support FIH and pivotal studies.

• Ensure PV compliance and audit/inspection readiness with vendors and affiliates.

About Almirall

Almirall is a global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, focused on medical dermatology and skin health. With a presence in over 70 countries and a portfolio spanning prescription drugs, consumer healthcare, and biologics, it is a key player in the dermatology space. The company invests heavily in R&D, particularly in areas like psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and skin cancer, and operates through a mix of commercial, medical, and research functions.

Almirall's Spain operations are centered in Barcelona, where its global headquarters and major R&D facilities are located. The company offers a multicultural, science-driven environment with opportunities for international professionals in clinical development, regulatory affairs, medical affairs, and digital health. With a strong commitment to innovation and digital transformation, Almirall provides a dynamic setting for those looking to advance their careers in the pharmaceutical industry in Spain.

Industry: Pharma
Founded: 1943
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Barcelona, Spain
In Spain: Barcelona
Website: almirall.com

Good to know if you are moving

Almirall is headquartered in Barcelona, offering a prime location in one of Europe's most attractive cities for international professionals.
The company operates in over 70 countries, providing opportunities for cross-border collaboration and career mobility.
Almirall has a strong focus on R&D, with significant investment in biologics and digital health, making it an exciting place for scientists and data specialists.
The company's work culture emphasizes innovation and international collaboration, with English commonly used in global roles.
Barcelona's office serves as the global hub, meaning many roles based there have a global scope and impact.

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About the company & team

Recognised as a Top Employer in Spain since 2008 and in Germany since 2025, we continue to invest in an environment where people can grow and move forward.

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