How much does a Pharmacovigilance Director make in Boston, MA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Pharmacovigilance Director in Boston, MA is $190,433. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $167,025 to $217,729, with most professionals earning between $145,713 and $242,581.

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What is a Pharmacovigilance Director?

The Pharmacovigilance Director is responsible for overseeing the safety and monitoring of pharmaceutical products within a company. They lead a team of pharmacovigilance professionals to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and guidelines, and to manage the collection, evaluation, and reporting of adverse events and safety data. The Director also plays a key role in developing and implementing risk management strategies, as well as providing guidance on safety-related issues to internal and external stakeholders. Additionally, they may be involved in the review and assessment of clinical trial protocols and safety data, and in the preparation of regulatory submissions related to drug safety. Overall, the Pharmacovigilance Director plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and efficacy of pharmaceutical products throughout their lifecycle.

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What is the average salary for Pharmacovigilance Director in 2025?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Pharmacovigilance Director in Boston, MA. The base salary for Pharmacovigilance Director ranges from $167,025 to $217,729 with the average base salary of $190,433. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $180,763 to $254,078 with the average total cash compensation of $213,342.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $190,433 $167,025 - $217,729
Bonus $22,909 $13,738 - $36,348
Total Pay $213,342 $180,763 - $254,078
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
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CITY, STATE Brookline, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $167,025 - $217,729 COMPARE TO Boston, MA 0%
CITY, STATE Malden, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $167,025 - $217,729 COMPARE TO Boston, MA 0%
CITY, STATE Somerville, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $167,025 - $217,729 COMPARE TO Boston, MA 0%
CITY, STATE Quincy, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $167,025 - $217,729 COMPARE TO Boston, MA 0%
CITY, STATE Arlington, MA AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $167,025 - $217,729 COMPARE TO Boston, MA 0%
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Senior Director, Pharmacovigilance LOCATION Boston, MA MINIMUM SALARY $209,361 MAXIMUM SALARY $249,478
JOB TITLE Medical Director, Pharmacovigilance LOCATION Boston, MA MINIMUM SALARY $342,873 MAXIMUM SALARY $411,450
JOB TITLE Director Senior Director, Pharmacovigilance LOCATION Boston, MA MINIMUM SALARY $132,634 MAXIMUM SALARY $167,459
JOB TITLE Associate Director Medical Reviewer/Pharmacovigilance LOCATION Boston, MA MINIMUM SALARY $154,901 MAXIMUM SALARY $189,327
JOB TITLE Pharmacovigilance Manager LOCATION Boston, MA MINIMUM SALARY $97,077 MAXIMUM SALARY $132,608
JOB TITLE Pharmacovigilance Associate LOCATION Boston, MA MINIMUM SALARY $47,766 MAXIMUM SALARY $61,927
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