FAQs
What is the role of a Safety Physician at Syneos Health?
The Safety Physician at Syneos Health performs medical reviews of adverse events, maintains familiarity with safety databases, ensures regulatory compliance, identifies potential safety issues, and provides medical interpretation for safety reports.
What qualifications are required for the Safety Physician position?
Candidates must possess an M.D., MBBS, or D.O., have completed an accredited residency, and have a minimum of 1-2 years of clinical practice experience. Experience in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in pharmacovigilance, is preferred.
What are the key responsibilities of the Safety Physician?
Key responsibilities include reviewing adverse events, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, managing safety issues, and mentoring internal safety staff. They also provide medical review for aggregate safety reports.
Is prior experience in the pharmaceutical industry necessary?
While not mandatory, a minimum of one year of experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or device industry, particularly in pharmacovigilance/epidemiology, is preferred.
What software skills are necessary for this position?
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Visio, safety databases, and email applications (Outlook) is required.
Are there opportunities for career development as a Safety Physician?
Yes, Syneos Health is committed to developing its employees through career progression, technical training, and peer recognition.
How important is communication skill for the Safety Physician role?
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential, as the role involves informing and influencing various stakeholders.
Is travel required for this position?
Yes, the role may require travel of up to 10%.
What is the work culture like at Syneos Health?
Syneos Health promotes a Total Self culture, emphasizing authenticity, diversity of thought, and a supportive environment where employees can thrive and feel a sense of belonging.
Does Syneos Health offer remote work options?
Yes, Syneos Health supports remote work, but typically in a hybrid format.