Looking to start your career in pharmacovigilance and drug safety? Accenture is hiring Pharmacovigilance Services New Associates in Chennai for fresh graduates in B.Pharm and BSc Nursing. This is an excellent opportunity to enter the drug safety, ICSR processing, and adverse event reporting domain, one of the fastest-growing sectors in clinical research and healthcare.
If you are interested in pharmacovigilance jobs for freshers, drug safety associate roles, or ICSR case processing careers, this role offers hands-on exposure to global safety databases and regulatory workflows.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Pharmacovigilance Services New Associate
- Company: Accenture
- Location: Chennai, India
- Experience: 0โ1 Years
- Qualification: B.Pharm / BSc Nursing
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Shift: Rotational
Key Responsibilities (Pharmacovigilance Role)
As a Pharmacovigilance Associate, you will be responsible for:
- Performing ICSR case processing as per global regulatory guidelines
- Managing adverse event (AE), serious adverse events (SAE), and SUSAR reporting
- Conducting medical coding using MedDRA and WHO-Drug dictionaries
- Reviewing source documents for case validity and duplicate checks
- Preparing case narratives and safety reports
- Handling drug safety database entries and submissions (E2B)
- Performing follow-ups for missing safety information
- Supporting audit readiness and pharmacovigilance documentation
- Monitoring client mailboxes and safety workflows
This role is ideal for candidates aiming for drug safety associate jobs in India and entry-level pharmacovigilance careers.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Educational Qualification
- Bachelorโs Degree in:
- Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
- Nursing (BSc Nursing)
- Life Sciences (preferred)
Skills Required
- Knowledge of pharmacovigilance and drug safety surveillance
- Familiarity with MedDRA and WHO Drug Dictionary
- Basic understanding of ICSR and global safety databases
- Strong medical writing and documentation skills
- Good communication and English proficiency
- Proficiency in MS Office tools
Salary & Benefits
- Estimated Salary: โน2.8 LPA โ โน4.5 LPA
- Opportunity to work with a global CRO & consulting leader
- Exposure to international pharmacovigilance processes
- Career growth into roles like:
- Drug Safety Associate
- PV Case Processor
- Safety Scientist
Why Join Accenture?
Accenture is a global leader in clinical operations, pharmacovigilance services, and healthcare consulting. With operations in over 120 countries, employees gain exposure to global regulatory standards and cutting-edge safety systems.
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