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Pharmacovigilance Services Associate

Accenture
Accenture
0-2 years
Not Disclosed
Chennai, India
10 March 21, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences 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

Pharmacovigilance Services Associate – Drug Safety & ICSR Processing

Location: Chennai
Company: Accenture
Job Type: Full-Time
Job ID: AIOC-S01631483
Function: Pharmacovigilance & Drug Safety

Overview
Accenture is seeking a Pharmacovigilance Services Associate to join its Life Sciences R&D division. This role is ideal for early-career professionals looking to build expertise in drug safety, adverse event reporting, and pharmacovigilance operations within a global environment.

As part of the Pharmacovigilance & Regulatory services team, you will contribute to ensuring the safety and efficacy of pharmaceutical products by supporting adverse event monitoring, case processing, and regulatory compliance activities.

Key Responsibilities
Perform case intake, data entry, and processing of Individual Case Safety Reports (ICSRs) in safety databases
Conduct MedDRA coding and ensure accurate classification of adverse events
Manage end-to-end pharmacovigilance case processing including follow-ups and submissions
Ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements and client-specific guidelines
Support adverse event detection, assessment, and reporting processes
Maintain high-quality documentation and ensure data accuracy in all safety reports
Collaborate with internal teams to meet timelines and quality benchmarks
Handle routine pharmacovigilance tasks with adherence to standard operating procedures

Role Expectations
Work as an individual contributor within a structured team environment
Follow defined processes and guidelines to resolve routine pharmacovigilance tasks
Interact primarily with team members and direct supervisors
Adapt to rotational shifts as per business requirements
Maintain flexibility and demonstrate quick learning ability in a dynamic work environment

Required Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Nursing, or Life Sciences (B.Pharm, BPT, BSc Nursing or equivalent)
0–2 years of experience in pharmacovigilance, drug safety, or related healthcare domain
Strong understanding of pharmacovigilance principles and adverse event reporting
Basic knowledge of MedDRA coding and ICSR processing is preferred
Good analytical and problem-solving skills

Preferred Skills
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
Adaptability and willingness to learn new processes quickly
Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
Strong communication and organizational skills
Familiarity with safety databases and pharmacovigilance workflows is an advantage

Core Competencies
Drug safety and pharmacovigilance fundamentals
Data accuracy and regulatory compliance
Team collaboration and accountability
Process adherence and quality focus

Why Join Accenture
Accenture offers a global platform to build a career in life sciences, pharmacovigilance, and regulatory services. With exposure to international clients and cutting-edge technologies, you will gain valuable industry experience while contributing to improving patient safety worldwide.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Accenture is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal career opportunities to all qualified candidates.