Director, Safety Sciences

Olema Oncology is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to transforming the standard of care and improving outcomes for patients living with breast cancer and beyond. It’s an exciting time to be part of Team Olema, with our transformation into a fully integrated oncology company well underway, top-line data from our lead program expected later this year, and our first potential commercial launch on the horizon.

Our lead product candidate, palazestrant, is a novel, orally available complete estrogen receptor antagonist (CERAN) and selective estrogen receptor degrader (SERD) currently in two pivotal Phase 3 clinical trials. We expect top-line data from OPERA-01, our ongoing Phase 3 trial of palazestrant as a monotherapy in patients with second- or third-line ER+/HER2- metastatic breast cancer (MBC), in the fall which, if successful, could lead to our first potential approval and commercial launch in 2027. OPERA-02, our Phase 3 trial of palazestrant in combination with ribociblib in patients with frontline ER+/HER2- MBC, is enrolling patients. Together with its mechanism of action, pharmacokinetic properties, and the potential to demonstrate activity in both ESR1 wild-type and mutant tumors, palazestrant has the potential to transform the metastatic breast cancer treatment paradigm and access a $15 billion global market opportunity.

Our follow-on product candidate, OP-3136, is a potent KAT6 inhibitor with the potential to generate further value and meaningfully impact the metastatic breast cancer treatment landscape – particularly in combination with palazestrant. We recently reported encouraging Phase 1 monotherapy data from this program across multiple solid tumor types and are advancing patient enrollment in the ongoing combination arms in MBC.

Aspiring to transform the metastatic treatment paradigm is an ambitious endeavor that requires a resolute approach to developing better therapies and a passionate team dedicated to helping the patients we serve feel better, longer. We possess a deep commitment to our shared purpose, the sustained pursuit of excellence, cultivating the courage required to advance our programs, drive to succeed, and a collective capacity for adaptability through learning, growth, and evolution.  Team Olema is made up of nimble self-starters who bring consistency in their quest for the extraordinary every single day.

If you’re ready to be part of a tenacious, courageous, agile, and growing team, join us in making a profound impact, together – for our patients, for your career, and for what’s beyond.

About the Role >>> Director, Safety Sciences 

As the Director, Safety Sciences reporting to the Senior Director, Safety Science you will provide leadership for the strategy, evaluation, and communication of clinical safety data across the development lifecycle, supporting global regulatory submissions and ongoing product development. Oversee the development of key safety deliverables for NDA/BLA filings, lead integrated benefit-risk assessments, and drive cross-functional alignment on safety strategy and regulatory interactions. Ensure compliance with FDA, EMA, ICH, and other global regulatory requirements while enabling proactive risk management and informed benefit-risk decision-making. 

This role is based out of our San Francisco or Boston office and will require less than 10% travel 

Your work will primarily encompass: 

• Lead the preparation of safety components for NDA/BLA submissions, ensuring alignment with FDA, EMA, and ICH requirements.  
• Author and review integrated safety documents, including the Integrated Summary of Safety (ISS), Summary of Clinical Safety (SCS), benefit-risk assessments, and clinical overviews.  
• Collaborate and support in the development of safety narratives, datasets, analyses, and submission-ready safety deliverables for regulatory filings.  
• Conduct comprehensive evaluation and integration of safety data from clinical studies to support overall benefit-risk assessment for marketing applications.  
• Collaborate with Clinical Development, Biostatistics, Regulatory Affairs, Medical Writing, and Programming teams to develop safety strategies and analyses supporting regulatory submissions.  
• Prepare and review safety sections of key regulatory documents, including NDA/BLA modules, Investigator Brochures, protocols, informed consent forms, briefing books, and Company Core Data Sheets (CCDS).  
• Lead development and maintenance of Risk Management Plans (RMPs), Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies (REMS), and other risk management documents as applicable.  
• Participate in preparation and overall regulatory agency meetings (FDA, EMA, PMDA, MHRA, etc.), including safety briefing materials and responses to health authority questions.  
• Partner with QA in regulatory inspections and audits, ensuring submission-related safety documentation is inspection ready.  
• Review and interpret safety findings from clinical trials, literature, and post-marketing data to support regulatory decision-making and labeling recommendations.  
• Contribute to the development of product labeling, including safety sections of prescribing information, package inserts, and related risk communication materials.  
• Oversee aggregate safety reporting activities, including DSURs, PBRERs/PSURs, PADERs, and other periodic safety reports required during product development and registration.  
• Provide strategic safety input for submission timelines, filing readiness assessments, and regulatory risk mitigation plans.  
• Ensure compliance with applicable FDA, EU, ICH, and global pharmacovigilance regulations governing clinical safety and marketing authorization applications.  
• Lead cross-functional safety review meetings and communicate safety findings effectively to internal stakeholders, regulatory authorities, and external partners.  

Ideal Candidate Profile >>> 

A love of challenging, important work. We are a pragmatic team, driven to imagine and develop meaningful therapies for improving lives. All employees within our company play a unique and crucial role in our success, both in accomplishing our mission and building a positive company culture. As such, we are looking for someone with the right combination of knowledge, experience, and attributes for this role. 

Knowledge: 

• MD, PhD in the field of medical/biological science, PharmD, or RN degree 
• Small Molecule and Oncology is a must 

Experience: 

• Minimum of 8+ (MD, PhD, PharmD) or 10+ (RN) years of pharmacovigilance/drug safety experience in biopharmaceutical industry 
• Late phase clinical development and registration experience; NDA/BLA submissions and submission readiness planning 
• Experience with clinical safety data integration and ISS authoring/review 
• Proven experience with benefit-risk assessments and regulatory justification 
• Experience with labeling negotiations and safety labeling strategy 
• Demonstrated success leading health authority meeting preparation and regulatory responses 
• Ability to apply relevant FDA, EU and ICH guidelines, initiatives and regulations governing pharmacovigilance activities, along with regulatory response management 
• Familiar with the clinical database/EDC, CTD/eCTD knowledge 
• Ability to work with the safety database for purposes of clinical/medical case review and simple queries 
• Experience working with business partners and managing safety vendors 
• Track record of leading, managing, mentoring and teaching new/junior team members 
• Actively participated in process improvement initiatives e.g. the development and maintenance of relevant SOPs and supporting documents 

Attributes: 

• Able to manage time effectively, prioritize competing tasks, and consistently meet deadlines 
• Strong verbal and written skills to convey safety findings and recommendations with clarity 
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, strategic planning, and interpersonal skills 
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic; fast learner who can identify the core project challenges and expeditiously change courses as required in a fast-paced organization 
• Demonstrates sound judgment, professionalism, and strong ethical standards 

The base pay range for this position is expected to be $235,000-$255,000 annually, however the base pay offered may vary depending on location, market, job related knowledge, skills and capabilities, and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes equity, bonus, and benefits.

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Important Information >>>

We provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and believe that great ideas and discoveries come from a mix of expertise, background, and experience. Olema is building a culture where the value of difference is celebrated.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, seeking to provide an open, flexible, and friendly work environment to empower employees and provide them with a platform to develop their long-term careers. A Summary of Benefits is available for all applicants.

Please note: Olema doesn’t accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Thank you.

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