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Principal Safety Writer

5+ years
Not Disclosed
10 March 19, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title: Lead Safety Report Writer

Company: Fortrea, a Global Contract Research Organization (CRO)

Location: [Insert Location]


Job Overview:

Fortrea, a leading global contract research organization (CRO), is seeking a Lead Safety Report Writer to take a leadership role in the preparation and review of safety, risk management, signal detection, and benefit-risk evaluation reports. In this position, you will be responsible for managing complex data analyses and safety issues, providing technical leadership across projects, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality scientific content. You will collaborate with clients and internal teams to manage stakeholder expectations, resolve issues, and meet tight timelines while contributing to scientific publications and representing Fortrea at industry events. This role is integral to driving quality improvements within clinical development processes.


Summary of Responsibilities:

  • Lead Safety Reporting: Write and review various safety reports for global regulatory submissions, including but not limited to:

    • Annual Reports (IND and other)
    • Periodic Safety Update Reports (PSURs)
    • Periodic Adverse Drug Experience Reports (PADERs)
    • Development Safety Update Reports (DSURs)
    • Medical Device Reports
    • Clinical Overviews and other documents as assigned.
  • Report Production Oversight: Lead the end-to-end process of report production, ensuring quality standards and timelines are met. Provide oversight and quality control to co-authors and writing teams.

  • Client Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients on all report management activities. Manage client expectations, resolve project issues, and escalate as needed to ensure deliverables meet required standards.

  • Risk Management and Signal Detection: Author/review Risk Management Plans (RMPs), Benefit-Risk Evaluation reports, and other risk-related documentation. Participate in signal management processes, developing strategies, retrieving data from safety databases, and preparing signal evaluation reports.

  • Scientific Contributions: Draft responses to health authority questions, contribute to scientific publications, and present at conferences. Develop abstracts, posters, and manuscripts for publication in scientific forums.

  • Team Leadership and Mentorship: Act as a writing coach, providing regular feedback, conducting training, and promoting adherence to style guides and best practices within the writing team.

  • Project Management Support: Assist in maintaining project schedules, tracking metrics, and ensuring compliance with project timelines and quality requirements.

  • Business Development: Contribute to business development activities, including resource estimation and responding to RFPs.

  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that all operations comply with governing regulatory requirements and contribute to the development of consistent, efficient processes.


Qualifications (Minimum Required):

  • Education: A first degree in life sciences (or equivalent). Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.

  • Experience:

    • At least 5-7 years in the pharmaceutical industry, with a minimum of 4 years in medical writing.
    • Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, pharmacovigilance practices, and ICH GCP guidelines.
    • Experience in the production of various regulatory documents, including safety reports, RMPs, and benefit-risk evaluations.
  • Skills:

    • Excellent command of written and spoken English.
    • Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
    • Proficiency in MS Office and experience with regulatory submission processes.
    • Ability to mentor and lead teams, manage client relationships, and ensure high-quality output.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree (e.g., PhD or Master’s).
  • Experience in drug discovery and pharmacovigilance is desirable.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

  • Office environment or remote.
  • Available for travel up to 15% of the time, including overnight stays as necessary, depending on project needs.

Fortrea is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Fortrea promotes diversity and inclusion in the workforce. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. Employment decisions are based on the needs of the business and the qualifications of the individual. We encourage all individuals to apply.

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If you require reasonable accommodation to complete your job application, pre-employment testing, or to participate in the hiring process, please contact: taaccommodationsrequest@fortrea.com. Please note that this email is for job seekers requesting accommodations only.