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Amani Alashqar

Amani Alashqar

Local Safety Officer
Dubai

Summary

Dynamic pharmaceutical professional with over 9 years of expertise in safety management, regulatory compliance, and pharmacovigilance. Currently serving as the Local Safety Officer (LSO) for the Gulf region, overseeing team operations and ensuring compliance. Also contributing as an O/H Medical Affairs Project Manager through a job rotation program, demonstrating a commitment to strategic planning and project execution. A strong advocate for impactful collaboration across global, regional, and local teams to drive results and enhance safety outcomes.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages

Work History

Local Safety Officer – Gulf

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine
01.2025 - Current

In addition to core LSO responsibilities, I have assumed

  • Expanded leadership of the Gulf PV Team, overseeing operations, compliance, and direct reports across Gulf countries
  • Took on strategic oversight tasks previously managed by the Country Safety Head, including operational compliance, audit readiness, and cross-regional alignment.
  • Contributing as O/H Medical Affairs Project Manager (Job Rotation, 30% FTE), supporting the Oncology & Hematology BU in executing the Medical Affairs plan, medical education initiatives, and scientific content development.
  • Driving impactful collaboration across Medical Affairs and PV, bridging safety oversight with medical strategy.

Local Safety Officer – Gulf

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine
01.2023 - 12.2024
  • Ensured oversight of product vigilance and risk management systems in compliance with local and global regulations.
  • Managed LOC safety activities for medicinal products in line with regulatory requirements and PV agreements with business partners.
  • Supported safety reporting requirements for MAHs and study sponsors, ensuring compliance throughout product lifecycles.
  • Provided support to the KSA PV team on defined processes, such as business continuity plans and document management.
  • Actively contributed to initiatives aligning with local, regional, and global medical safety vision.

Pharmacovigilance Officer

Globalpharma LLC
01.2019 - 04.2021
  • Reported adverse events and supported compliance with local and global PV requirements.
  • Contributed to risk management and safety-related regulatory submissions.

Medical Coordinator

Globalpharma LLC
04.2016 - 01.2019
  • Responded to medical inquiries and PV case reporting.
  • Supported marketing and sales departments on medical and scientific issues.
  • Summarized bioequivalence trials for GCC product registrations.
  • Led cross-functional project management for timely, compliant deliverables.

Education

Bachelor’s degree - Pharmacy

Dubai Pharmacy College
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
01.2015

Skills

  • Pharmacovigilance expertise

  • Compliance and risk mitigation

  • Project Management

  • Strategic planning

  • Team leadership

Certification

Leading People at J&J; (Aug 2025)

Timeline

Local Safety Officer – Gulf

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine
01.2025 - Current

Local Safety Officer – Gulf

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine
01.2023 - 12.2024

Pharmacovigilance Officer

Globalpharma LLC
01.2019 - 04.2021

Medical Coordinator

Globalpharma LLC
04.2016 - 01.2019

Bachelor’s degree - Pharmacy

Dubai Pharmacy College
Amani AlashqarLocal Safety Officer