ICON, a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation, is hiring for the position of Pharmacovigilance Specialist in Chennai and Trivandrum, India.
The role focuses on pharmaceutical product safety, adverse event reporting, signal detection, risk assessment, and regulatory safety reporting. Candidates with experience in pharmacovigilance, drug safety, or related clinical and pharmaceutical functions can apply.
Job Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | ICON |
| Job Role | Pharmacovigilance Specialist |
| Job ID | JR162087 |
| Job Locations | Chennai, Trivandrum, India |
| Job Type | Full Time |
| Work Mode | Office With Flex |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s Degree |
| Experience | Experience in Pharmacovigilance / Drug Safety |
| Travel Requirement | Approximately 15% |
| Posted On | November 6, 2026 |
Position
Pharmacovigilance Specialist (PV Specialist)
The selected candidate will monitor the safety of pharmaceutical products by analysing, interpreting, and reporting adverse event data in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Collect, review, and analyse adverse event reports to ensure timely and accurate safety reporting.
- Conduct risk assessments and signal detection activities to identify potential safety concerns.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support safety-related inquiries and investigations.
- Prepare and submit safety reports and regulatory submissions within required timelines.
- Monitor pharmacovigilance regulations and industry best practices.
- Maintain quality and compliance standards across pharmacovigilance activities.
Eligibility and Qualifications
Candidates should meet the following requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline or healthcare-related field.
- Experience in pharmacovigilance, drug safety, or a related area.
- Preferably, experience within a clinical or pharmaceutical setting.
- Willingness to travel as required (approximately 15%).
Required Skills
- Adverse Event (AE) Report Collection and Review.
- Pharmacovigilance and Drug Safety.
- Signal Detection and Risk Assessment.
- Regulatory Safety Reporting.
- Analytical and Data Interpretation Skills.
- Strong Attention to Detail.
- Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills.
- Quality and Regulatory Compliance.
Rewards and Benefits
ICON offers a total rewards package that may include:
- Competitive base salary and performance-related incentives.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage, where applicable.
- Retirement and pension plans.
- Life assurance and disability coverage.
- Employee assistance and wellbeing programmes.
- Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways.
Benefits may vary depending on the role and location.
