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Dsds-0, Safety Physician

Merck Kgaa
Merck KGaA
3+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Jan. 5, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/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

DSDS-0 Safety Physician

Job ID: 294971
Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Organization

We are a global science and technology-driven organization dedicated to advancing Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. With teams operating across six continents, we combine innovation, curiosity, and purpose to deliver solutions that improve and prolong human lives. Our Healthcare division focuses on developing medicines, intelligent devices, and cutting-edge technologies across therapeutic areas including Oncology, Neurology, and Fertility.

By joining our Healthcare team, you become part of a diverse, inclusive, and flexible working culture that encourages continuous learning, collaboration, and global career progression.


Role Overview

The DSDS-0 Safety Physician will be responsible for performing high-quality medical assessments of Individual Case Safety Reports (ICSRs) within the organizational safety database. This role plays a critical part in ensuring patient safety across clinical development and post-marketing phases through accurate medical evaluation, collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders, and oversight of vendor case management activities.


Key Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive medical assessments of serious and non-serious ICSRs in the safety database.

  • Ensure accurate evaluation of cases in compliance with global pharmacovigilance regulations and internal procedures.

  • Collaborate with internal Medical Safety teams on pharmacovigilance activities related to clinical and marketed products.

  • Review and assess the quality of vendor medical assessments against defined quality KPIs.

  • Monitor case processing workflows to ensure timely completion and escalation of critical “index cases.”

  • Issue and manage medical queries to obtain follow-up information where required.

  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of product safety profiles across multiple therapeutic areas.

  • Support regulatory inspections, audits, internal training initiatives, and product launch activities as applicable.

  • Work effectively in a fast-paced, multinational environment with cross-cultural teams.


Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • MBBS or MD degree with relevant clinical training and experience.

Experience

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.

  • At least 2 years of dedicated experience in Pharmacovigilance / Patient Safety.

  • Minimum 2 years of prior clinical experience in hospital or private practice before entering the pharmaceutical industry.


Skills and Competencies

  • Strong medical judgment and understanding of drug safety principles.

  • In-depth knowledge of ICSR processing, medical review, and global safety regulations.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to collaborate with internal teams, external vendors, and global stakeholders.

  • Strong attention to detail, quality mindset, and ability to meet regulatory timelines.

  • Proven ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.


What We Offer

  • A globally inclusive and diverse work environment.

  • Opportunities for continuous learning, professional growth, and international exposure.

  • A culture that values innovation, scientific excellence, and patient-centricity.

  • The chance to contribute meaningfully to improving patient safety and public health worldwide.


Apply Now

Take the next step in your pharmacovigilance career and become part of a team committed to scientific discovery, patient safety, and human progress.