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German Speaking Pharmacovigilance Qc Associate

Cognizant
Cognizant
2+ years
Not Disclosed
10 June 27, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Education: B.Sc./M.Sc/B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life Science Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

 

German Speaking Pharmacovigilance QC Associate – Budapest, Hungary (Hybrid)

Job Summary:
Cognizant is seeking a German-speaking Pharmacovigilance QC Associate to join its drug safety operations in Budapest, Hungary. This full-time hybrid role is perfect for fresh graduates or professionals with up to 2+ years of pharmacovigilance or clinical experience. The position focuses on translation, data entry, and quality review of adverse event reports in compliance with global pharmacovigilance standards including ICH-GCP and GVP. You'll work in a dynamic, multilingual team and contribute to global patient safety.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Translate relevant non-English AE report data into English and update AE forms

  • Review and perform quality control on translated safety information

  • Enter adverse event data into Argus Affiliate/Core safety database

  • Perform case triage, duplicate checks, and book-in follow-ups

  • Redact/anonymize AE forms and source documents as needed

  • Upload documents and manage case transfers to central processing sites

  • Respond to safety queries and discrepancies in Argus or AE documentation

  • Track case IDs and maintain data accuracy for audit readiness

  • Participate in root cause analysis and recommend CAPAs

  • Support audits, inspections, and team member training initiatives


Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or Medical Sciences

  • 0–2+ years of experience in Pharmacovigilance or relevant clinical roles

  • Proficiency in German and English (minimum B2 CEFR level or equivalent)

  • Knowledge of Argus safety database, case processing, and PV regulations

  • Familiarity with ICH-GCP, GVP, MedDRA coding

  • Strong attention to detail, documentation, and compliance focus

  • Ability to work in multicultural, multilingual environments


Perks & Benefits:

  • Competitive salary with annual performance bonus and salary review

  • Cafeteria benefits including medical coverage, All You Can Move SportPass

  • Reimbursable language courses and certification training

  • Hybrid work setup at a modern, easily accessible Budapest office

  • Multicultural workplace with native German-speaking colleagues

  • Recognition awards, team-building events, and youthful corporate culture

  • Career advancement in a rapidly expanding PV organization


Company Description:

Cognizant is a globally recognized leader in healthcare consulting, pharmacovigilance, and life sciences digital transformation. With over 300,000 professionals worldwide, Cognizant supports top pharma and biotech clients with end-to-end drug safety services, ensuring global compliance and patient care excellence.


Work Mode: Hybrid – Based in 9th District, Mill Park Office, Budapest, Hungary


Call-to-Action:

Ready to launch or grow your career in pharmacovigilance? Apply today to join Cognizant’s global drug safety team in Budapest and contribute to making healthcare safer for patients worldwide.