Local Medical Safety Specialist

Job Title: Local Medical Safety Specialist
Location: Solna, Sweden (or other Nordic location)
Scope: Nordic Region
Employment Type: Contract / Permanent (specify as needed)
Contact: Worksense Recruitment Team

Position Summary

We are currently seeking an experienced Local Medical Safety Specialist to join a well-established and regulated pharmacovigilance function supporting operations across the Nordic region. This role will be responsible for ensuring compliance with local and global safety reporting obligations for marketed and investigational products, while contributing to high standards of patient safety and regulatory alignment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee activities related to safety reporting and case management in compliance with local regulatory requirements and global pharmacovigilance standards.

• Manage Individual Case Safety Report (ICSR) processing and ensure timely submission to relevant authorities.

• Maintain and update local distribution rules in accordance with changes in safety data and regulatory expectations.

• Support clinical trial safety oversight activities and contribute to reviews of safety documentation.

• Participate in local implementation and adherence to pharmacovigilance procedural documents and global safety processes.

• Contribute to training efforts related to PV responsibilities and awareness within the organisation.

Experience & Qualifications

• A degree in life sciences or a related scientific field is required; advanced understanding of medical terminology and pharmacological principles is preferred.

• Solid understanding of drug safety regulations and local PV legislation in the Nordic region.

• Previous experience in pharmacovigilance case processing and safety compliance within a pharmaceutical or clinical research setting.

• Proficient in using safety databases and relevant pharmacovigilance tools (e.g., GMS, Argus, or equivalent).

• Familiarity with SOPs and good documentation practices in both local and global contexts.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English and at least one Nordic language.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively across cross-functional teams.

Key Competencies

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organisational capabilities

• Ability to operate independently while maintaining compliance with internal standards and external regulations

• Proven ability to interact effectively with health authorities and internal stakeholders

• Strong commitment to continuous learning and staying current with evolving PV standards

Location & Travel

• Based in a Nordic country (Sweden preferred – Solna)

• No regular travel required

If you’re a skilled pharmacovigilance professional with a passion for safety and regulatory excellence, and are based within the Nordics, we would welcome your application.