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Manager, Patient Safety Scientist

Hybrid in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 2 days ago (last checked 9 Nov)

AstraZeneca

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Hybrid, Barcelona
Contract
Full-time
English
Required
Education
University degree

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Awareness of Pharmacovigilance regulations

Education & certifications

  • A life sciences/pharmacy/nursing degree, and advanced Patient Safety and/or Clinical/ Drug Development knowledge and experience.
  • MD, MSc/PhD in scientific discipline

Languages

  • Fluent in written and verbal English

The role

The Manager, Patient Safety Scientist is an entry level role which supports the Global Safety Physician (GSP) and (Senior/Principal) PV Scientist with the review of safety data and related documents to identify and escalate potential safety issues. He/she has the ability to provide the first draft of safety documents and regulatory reports, and will participate in meetings, as necessary.

What you'll do

  • Supports proactive pharmacovigilance and risk management planning for designated products, including project managing preparation of the safety aspects of the global Risk Management Plans, in partnership with the Global Safety Physician (GSP) and (Senior/Principal) PV Scientist, as appropriate.
  • Provides patient safety input to pivotal study documents, for example Investigator Brochures, Protocols, Informed Consents and Clinical Study Reports.
  • Runs/supports routine signal detection processes in partnership with the GSP, for all products in area of responsibility.
  • Identifies and uses appropriate sources of information and database searches to retrieve relevant data for evaluation of signals. Creates first draft of documents with clear conclusions in response to internal or regulatory authority requests for safety data.
  • In consultation with the GSP and Clinical representatives, drafts the Reference Safety Information (RSI) for assigned development products; coordinates meetings and tracks timelines to ensure completion. Provides input to periodic regulatory documents (e.g. PBRERs, PSURs, and DSURs) according to the agreed processes and timelines.
  • Provides patient safety input to the global regulatory submissions for new products, formulations or indications (e.g. NDA, BLA, MAA), in partnership with GSP and (Senior/Principal) PV Scientist and in liaison with other functional experts.
  • Raises appropriate concerns/issues to senior staff in a timely manner.

How you'll work

Location: Barcelona - Spain (3 days working from the office and 2 days working from home)

Date Posted

09-nov-2026

Closing Date

11-nov-2026

Hiring process

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  2. Recruiter contact · With a recruiter

  3. Assessment

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  4. Interview

    A two-way conversation about your skills and suitability for the role, and a chance for you to find out if AstraZeneca is right for you.

  5. Pre-employment screening

  6. Offer

  • Candidates who reach interview stage or beyond usually get feedback within 14 days of the role's closing date.
  • Interview travel expenses are reimbursed for journeys over 100km.
  • Alcohol and drug testing is carried out for new hires where required by local country legislation.

About AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and commercializes prescription medicines in therapeutic areas including oncology, cardiovascular, renal and metabolism, and respiratory and immunology. With a workforce of over 80,000 employees worldwide, the company is headquartered in Cambridge, UK, and operates across more than 100 countries, focusing on innovative medicines and advanced technologies like AI and data science to transform patient care.

In Spain, AstraZeneca has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, contributing to clinical development, regulatory affairs, and commercial operations. The company is known for its collaborative and inclusive culture, offering international professionals opportunities to work on global projects, particularly in areas like cell therapy, AI-driven health solutions (Evinova), and patient safety. With a strong commitment to diversity and innovation, AstraZeneca Spain is an attractive destination for talent seeking to make a global impact while living in Spain.

Industry
Pharma
Founded
1999
Employees
10,000+
Headquarters
Cambridge, UK
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

  • AstraZeneca offers a global, multicultural work environment with opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the world.
  • The company has a strong commitment to employee development and offers various career growth programs.
  • Spain offices are located in major cities like Madrid and Barcelona, offering a high quality of life and vibrant culture.
  • AstraZeneca is a leader in innovative therapies, providing employees with the chance to work on cutting-edge medical advancements.
  • The company supports flexible working arrangements and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

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Additional information

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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