Vice President, Medical Affairs
Core
Unified executive leadership for Medical Monitoring and Pharmacovigilance functions, ensuring safety standards, data integrity, and operational excellence across global clinical trial portfolios.
Role type
VP, Medical Affairs (CRO) (via careerplan.io/jobs/15-003-5E-271-E6-305-vice-president-medical-affairs)
Builds
Global Medical Monitoring and Pharmacovigilance operations for clinical trials
Domain
Clinical Research / CRO / Pharmacovigilance
Required skills
Physician executive experience, P&L management, strategic planning, physician resourcing, regulatory compliance, business development, team leadership, risk management
Preferred skills
Experience scaling functions in CROs or pharma, AI/automation in PV, thought leadership
Technologies
MedDRA, PV case processing systems, AI-driven signal detection tools
Responsibilities
Develop and execute long-term strategic vision for Medical Affairs division; Own operating budget and P&L for Medical Monitoring and Pharmacovigilance; Provide executive oversight of medical monitoring activity and PV function; Partner with Business Development to win new business and lead client presentations; Ensure compliance with global regulations and sponsor requirements; Lead, mentor, and inspire a multidisciplinary Medical Affairs team.
Seniority
Executive, P&L accountable