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Analyst - Local Case Intake Advisor (Japanese Language)

AstraZeneca
1-2 years
₹4,00,000 – ₹8,00,000 per annum
Otemachi, Saitama, Japan
15 June 24, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time, Hybrid Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, mRS and EQ-5D-5L, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title
Analyst – Local Case Intake Advisor (Japanese Language)

Job ID
R-254905

Company
AstraZeneca

GCL Level
C

Location
Bangalore, India (with Japan time-zone support requirements)

Function
Global Business Services – Patient Safety (Pharmacovigilance)


Job Overview
The Analyst – Local Case Intake Advisor supports pharmacovigilance (PV) operations for Japan-related safety reporting. The role involves intake, validation, and data entry of Individual Case Safety Reports (ICSRs), ensuring compliance with Japanese regulatory requirements and AstraZeneca’s global PV standards. The position requires Japanese language proficiency and strong attention to detail in handling confidential patient safety data.


Key Responsibilities

1. Case Intake (Japan Domestic Cases)

  • Receive, validate, and perform initial assessment of safety cases

  • Handle phone calls with reporters to gather case details

  • Ensure accurate handling of confidential and personal data (PII)

  • Conduct routine quality checks and follow-ups when required

  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders for case clarification and triage

  • Escalate urgent or reportable cases appropriately


2. Local Data Entry (Domestic & Foreign Cases)

  • Enter safety data into PV databases with high accuracy

  • Resolve data entry issues in coordination with internal teams

  • Request follow-up information using structured questionnaires

  • Ensure completeness and consistency of safety data


3. Regulatory Compliance & Audit Readiness

  • Ensure adherence to Japanese PV regulations for ICSRs and AE reporting

  • Support Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) for non-compliance

  • Follow SOPs for documentation, filing, and archiving

  • Support audit and inspection readiness activities


4. Quality Management System (QMS)

  • Contribute to implementation and maintenance of QMS processes

  • Maintain awareness of Japanese regulatory updates and product portfolio

  • Ensure compliance with PV operational standards


5. Collaboration & Additional Responsibilities

  • Perform peer reviews and support ad-hoc projects

  • Collaborate on organized data collection programs

  • Work effectively with global and cross-functional teams


Required Skills & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (Life Sciences preferred)

  • 1–2 years of experience in PV data entry or safety database operations

  • Japanese language proficiency (N2 or higher for listening, speaking, writing; Kanji reading N3–N1 preferred)

  • English proficiency (basic functional level – A2 CEFR)

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to identify confidential information (PII)

  • Knowledge of life sciences and pharmacovigilance basics

  • Good communication and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to work in cross-functional and multicultural teams


Preferred Skills

  • Degree in Pharmacy, Medicine, or Life Sciences

  • Experience with Argus safety database

  • Knowledge of MedDRA and WHO-DD coding systems

  • Familiarity with GVP and GCP guidelines

  • Exposure to audit/inspection processes

  • Experience in multinational PV environments

  • Basic project coordination experience

  • Understanding of adverse event reporting processes


Work Environment

  • Hybrid model with minimum 3 days/week in office

  • Collaboration with global teams, including Japan-time operations