Pharmacovigilance Services Associate
Accenture is hiring Pharmacovigilance Services Associates for its Pharmacovigilance Operations team in Chennai. This opportunity is suitable for candidates interested in ICSR case processing, drug safety, MedDRA coding, WHO Drug coding, safety database management, and pharmacovigilance operations.
📋 Job Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | Accenture |
| Position | Pharmacovigilance Services Associate |
| Department | Pharmacovigilance Operations |
| Location | Chennai |
| Employment Type | Full-Time |
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences / Any Graduation (As per Official Notification) |
| Experience | 1–3 Years (Freshers can also apply) |
| Industry | Pharmacovigilance / Drug Safety |
💼 Key Responsibilities
- Perform end-to-end ICSR case processing.
- Process AE, SAE, and SUSAR cases.
- Review and validate Individual Case Safety Reports (ICSRs).
- Create and update cases in global safety databases.
- Perform duplicate checks and data quality reviews.
- Code adverse events using MedDRA.
- Drug coding using WHO Drug Dictionary (WHODD).
- Prepare medical narratives.
- Assess seriousness and causality.
- Support regulatory submissions and pharmacovigilance compliance.
- Monitor safety mailboxes and follow up for missing information.
- Support audits, inspections, and reconciliation activities.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- B.Pharm
- M.Pharm
- Pharm.D
- B.Sc Life Sciences
- M.Sc Life Sciences
- Other Bachelor's Degree (As per official notification)
- 1–3 Years of Pharmacovigilance Experience.
- Freshers can also apply.
🧠 Required Skills
- Pharmacovigilance
- Drug Safety
- ICSR Processing
- MedDRA Coding
- WHO Drug Dictionary
- Safety Database Management
- Medical Terminology
- Medical Writing
- Microsoft Office
- Communication Skills
This opportunity provides exposure to global pharmacovigilance operations, ICSR processing, regulatory compliance, and safety database management while working with one of the world's leading professional services organizations.
💰 Salary & Benefits
Based on current Pharmacovigilance market trends for professionals with 1–3 years of experience:
Estimated Salary: ₹4.8 LPA – ₹7.5 LPA
Actual compensation depends on experience, skills, interview performance, and company policies.
Employee Benefits
- Global Pharmacovigilance Project Exposure.
- Structured Learning & Development Programs.
- Career Growth in Drug Safety Operations.
- Opportunity to Work with Leading Pharmaceutical Clients.
- Collaborative Work Environment.
- International Standard Pharmacovigilance Practices.
- Professional Development Opportunities.
- Strong Compliance & Quality Culture.
🌟 Why Join Accenture?
- Work with one of the world's leading professional services companies.
- Gain exposure to global Pharmacovigilance projects.
- Build expertise in ICSR processing and Drug Safety.
- Learn international regulatory compliance processes.
- Work with experienced Pharmacovigilance professionals.
- Excellent long-term career growth opportunities.
- Continuous learning and upskilling programs.
📈 Career Growth Opportunities
- Senior Pharmacovigilance Associate
- Drug Safety Associate
- ICSR Specialist
- Medical Reviewer
- Safety Scientist
- Pharmacovigilance Team Lead
- Drug Safety Manager
- Global Pharmacovigilance Manager
📑 Resume Tips
- Highlight ICSR Case Processing experience.
- Mention MedDRA and WHO Drug Dictionary knowledge.
- Include Safety Database experience.
- Showcase Medical Terminology knowledge.
- Mention Pharmacovigilance certifications, if available.
- Keep your resume ATS-friendly.
🎯 Interview Questions
- What is Pharmacovigilance?
- Explain the ICSR workflow.
- What are AE, SAE, and SUSAR?
- What is MedDRA coding?
- What is WHO Drug Dictionary?
- How do you assess seriousness and causality?
- Explain duplicate check in case processing.
- What are expedited reporting timelines?
- Tell us about your Pharmacovigilance experience.
- Why do you want to join Accenture?
📌 How to Apply?
Interested and eligible candidates can submit their application through the official Accenture Careers portal.
🚀 Apply Now
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who can apply for this role?
Candidates with a Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences or any graduation (as per the official notification) can apply.
Q. Is Pharmacovigilance experience required?
The official job posting mentions 1–3 years of experience, while freshers can also apply as mentioned in the opportunity details.
Q. What are the key skills required?
ICSR Processing, MedDRA Coding, WHO Drug Dictionary, Drug Safety, Medical Writing, and Safety Database Management.
Q. Where is the job location?
Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Q. What is the estimated salary?
₹4.8–₹7.5 LPA (Estimated).
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