Fortrea is hiring for the position of Apprentice – Drug Safety in Bangalore (Office-Based). This is an excellent opportunity for fresh postgraduates in Life Sciences looking to begin a career in pharmacovigilance, drug safety, and clinical trials safety reporting.
If you are aiming to build a strong foundation in adverse event processing, MedDRA coding, SAE reporting, and periodic safety reporting, this Apprentice Drug Safety role offers structured exposure to global regulatory standards and sponsor SOPs.
Job Overview
- Position: Apprentice – Drug Safety
- Location: Bangalore (Office Based)
- Experience: 0–1 Year
- Qualification: Master’s Degree in Life Sciences
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Application Deadline: 25 February 2026
Key Responsibilities – Apprentice Drug Safety
The selected candidate will work in accordance with Fortrea and sponsor Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and contribute to core pharmacovigilance functions.
1. Case Processing & Data Entry
- Data entry of safety data into adverse event tracking systems
- Writing patient safety narratives
- Accurate coding of adverse events using MedDRA and WHODD
2. Safety Assessment Activities
- Listedness assessment against approved product label (for marketed products)
- Assist in causality assessment
- Query generation and follow-up for missing/discrepant information
3. Regulatory & Reporting Support
- Submission of expedited SAE/SUSAR reports to:
- Regulatory authorities
- Ethics Committees
- Investigators
- Clients and partners
- Support in preparation and review of Periodic Safety Reports (PSRs)
- Compliance with global pharmacovigilance regulations
This Apprentice Drug Safety position provides hands-on exposure to real-time safety case management and regulatory documentation processes.
Educational Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Life Sciences (mandatory)
- Academic or project-based experience in multiple assignments
- Exposure to clinical trials preferred
Required Skills
- Basic understanding of pharmacovigilance and drug safety processes
- Familiarity with clinical trials and safety reporting
- Strong documentation skills
- Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
- Attention to detail and regulatory compliance mindset
Salary (Estimated)
- ₹2.8 LPA – ₹4.2 LPA (CTC)
(Based on entry-level drug safety roles in Bangalore market standards)
Why Join Fortrea?
Fortrea is a globally recognized clinical research organization offering:
- Structured onboarding and SOP-driven training
- Exposure to global regulatory standards (ICH, GVP, FDA guidelines)
- Career growth in pharmacovigilance and clinical safety
- Experience in SAE processing, SUSAR reporting, and PSR preparation
- Collaborative, compliance-driven work culture
This Apprentice Drug Safety role is ideal for candidates targeting long-term growth in pharmacovigilance, clinical safety operations, and regulatory affairs.
How to Apply?
