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Pharmacovigilance Services Specialist

Accenture
Accenture
7-11 years
Not Disclosed
Chennai, India
10 March 5, 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 Specialist

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Company: Accenture
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Category: Pharmacovigilance / Drug Safety
Experience Required: 7–11 Years
Job ID: AIOC-S01629624

Job Overview

Accenture is seeking an experienced Pharmacovigilance Services Specialist to support its Life Sciences and Healthcare operations in Chennai. This role focuses on ensuring the safety monitoring and regulatory compliance of pharmaceutical products by managing pharmacovigilance activities and delivering high-quality drug safety services to global clients.

The selected professional will work closely with client stakeholders, project leads, and cross-functional teams to manage pharmacovigilance projects, oversee safety data processing, and ensure adherence to global regulatory guidelines. The role requires strong analytical capabilities, pharmacovigilance expertise, and the ability to coordinate with multiple teams to ensure successful delivery of drug safety services.

Key Responsibilities

Pharmacovigilance Operations

  • Manage and oversee pharmacovigilance activities related to the detection, assessment, and reporting of adverse drug reactions.

  • Ensure accurate case identification, data entry, MedDRA coding, case processing, submission, and follow-up of Individual Case Safety Reports (ICSRs).

  • Maintain pharmacovigilance safety databases and ensure compliance with client guidelines and global regulatory standards.

  • Support drug safety surveillance activities by monitoring and analyzing safety data collected from clinical trials, healthcare professionals, and patients.

Project and Client Management

  • Collaborate with client project leads and service delivery teams to ensure timely and high-quality project delivery.

  • Manage project risks, issues, and escalations while ensuring compliance with agreed service levels.

  • Mobilize and coordinate resources required for pharmacovigilance service delivery.

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and service quality.

Data Analysis and Risk Management

  • Analyze pharmacovigilance data to identify potential safety signals and emerging drug safety risks.

  • Contribute to risk management processes and safety monitoring activities.

  • Support regulatory reporting and compliance with international pharmacovigilance standards.

Team Collaboration and Leadership

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams within Accenture and client organizations.

  • Manage small teams or workstreams when required, ensuring effective coordination and delivery of project objectives.

  • Provide guidance to team members on pharmacovigilance processes and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm).

Experience Required

  • 7 to 11 years of experience in pharmacovigilance, drug safety, or clinical safety operations within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences industry.

  • Experience handling pharmacovigilance case processing, safety databases, and global regulatory reporting requirements.

  • Prior exposure to client-facing pharmacovigilance services or project delivery environments is preferred.

Key Skills

  • Pharmacovigilance and drug safety surveillance

  • ICSR case processing and MedDRA coding

  • Safety database management

  • Risk management and safety signal evaluation

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Effective written and verbal communication

  • Collaboration and stakeholder management

Work Environment

  • May require working in rotational shifts depending on project requirements.

  • Interaction with internal teams and client stakeholders across global locations.

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company with strong capabilities in digital transformation, cloud services, and security. With more than 700,000 professionals serving clients in over 120 countries, Accenture delivers innovative solutions across industries including Life Sciences, Healthcare, Technology, and Financial Services.

Through its Life Sciences R&D services, Accenture supports pharmaceutical and biotechnology organizations in clinical development, pharmacovigilance, regulatory operations, and patient-centric solutions. By combining advanced technology with scientific expertise, the company helps organizations accelerate innovation and improve healthcare outcomes worldwide.