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Director, Drug Safety

Evolus
Newport Beach, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Aug 2025
💰 $255,000/yr($205,000/yr$255,000/yr)

About the role

Evolus is a performance beauty company with a customer-centric approach focused on delivering breakthrough products. We are seeking an experienced and driven Director, Drug Safety to join our Safety team reporting to the Chief Medical Officer & Head of R&D. This role will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of safety and pharmacovigilance for Evolus. The lead product is a biologic, PR botulinum toxin A that is now approved and launched. The company has expanded its portfolio to include other aesthetic products and now also has a new range of devices, the Evolysse injectable filler range, approved in the EU and coming soon to the US.If you join our team, you will be working on some of the most exciting opportunities and challenges we face, with a team that values growth, recognition, and camaraderie. 

If you join our team, you will be working on some of the most exciting opportunities and challenges we face, with a team that values growth, recognition, and camaraderie. If you are looking for an opportunity to exhibit your knowledge and technical abilities in a unique environment, then look no further! In this role, you will be challenged to drive the success of Evolus in an effort to build a brand like no other. 

Essential duties and responsibilities where you'll make the biggest impact… 
  • Interface with various departments internally 
  • Oversee safety with regards to and trials ranging from Phase I to III and any post marketing trials such as IIT or Phase IV trials 
  • Oversee post-marketing surveillance/vigilance for both drugs and medical devices. 
  • Sit as a member of the company’s Joint Safety Committee 
  • Be a part of the signal detection assessments and perform risk analysis assessments 
  • Ensure compliance with global regulatory bodies regarding safety data reporting, collection, surveillance activities, and documentation will also be important, and this will also be supported by an external resource 
  • Implement vigilance-related SOPs and ensure the uniform and timely processing of adverse event data in all assigned development and post-marketing programs 
  • Office location – Newport Beach. Hybrid schedule: Monday and Friday remote; Tuesday - Thursday onsite 
  • Some travel may be required
  • Other duties as assigned 
Qualifications and Skills You’ll Bring to the Team…
  • 10 years’ experience in drug/biotech safety (safety signal detections, data mining, PV databases), and risk management
  • Experience working with full product lifecycle, including post-marketing experience in preparation for global risk management plans
  • Aggregate reports and Benefit/Risk Assessments. Problem Solving/Analysis.
  • Results Driven Individual
  • Extremely proficient in PC and Apple software/apps including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills. Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Excellent decision-making and leadership capabilities. Adaptability reacts to change quickly and calmly 
Preferred Qualifications…
  • MD/DO degree in Health Care is strongly preferred 
Compensation & Total Rewards This is an Exempt position. The expected pay range for this position is $205,000 to $255,000. You are eligible for an annual bonus compensation plan, terms and conditions apply. Your actual base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on a number of considerations including but not limited to role-relevant knowledge and skills, experience, education, geographic location, certifications, and more. We offer more than just a paycheck, and your base salary is just the start! Stay happy and healthy with our competitive suite of medical, dental and vision benefits to help you feel your best and be your best. We also provide those benefits you shouldn’t have to worry about, from employer covered life insurance to short-term disability. Take advantage of the 401k match offered by Evolus and let us invest in your future. You may also be eligible for new hire equity and long-term incentives in the form of RSUs, stock options, and/or discretionary bonuses.  We offer mental health and wellbeing resources for you to develop skills

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