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Pharmacovigilance Services Associate

Accenture
0-3 years
Not Disclosed
Bangalore, India
1 June 10, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: M.Pharm/B.Pharm or M.Sc. Skills: Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing

Pharmacovigilance Services Associate

Location: Bengaluru, India
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 0–3 Years
Job ID: AIOC-S01649390


About Accenture

Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud, security, strategy, consulting, technology, and operations. With over 784,000 employees serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture helps organizations embrace innovation and create sustainable value through technology and human ingenuity.


Job Summary

Accenture is seeking a Pharmacovigilance Services Associate to join its Life Sciences R&D team. The role involves managing pharmacovigilance activities, including Individual Case Safety Report (ICSR) processing, adverse event assessment, case documentation, safety data management, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will contribute to ensuring drug safety and supporting global pharmacovigilance operations for leading biopharmaceutical organizations.


Key Responsibilities

ICSR Processing & Case Management

  • Review and monitor designated safety email inboxes.

  • Identify valid and invalid adverse event cases as per client procedures.

  • Perform duplicate checks and case booking activities.

  • Process and evaluate Individual Case Safety Reports (ICSRs).

  • Enter and maintain case information in safety databases.

  • Ensure timely case processing in accordance with regulatory timelines and client requirements.

Safety Data Assessment

  • Assess adverse events for seriousness, causality, and expectedness.

  • Evaluate medical information and supporting documentation.

  • Consult Medical Reviewers for complex safety assessments when required.

  • Support ongoing safety profile monitoring and signal detection activities.

Coding & Documentation

  • Perform accurate MedDRA coding of adverse events and medical history.

  • Ensure consistent coding of concomitant medications and suspect products.

  • Generate, review, and update case narratives.

  • Document company comments, assessments, and follow-up information.

Quality & Compliance

  • Conduct validation checks and quality reviews of processed cases.

  • Perform self-quality control (Self-QC) and implement corrections when necessary.

  • Maintain compliance with global pharmacovigilance regulations and client SOPs.

  • Archive and maintain case-related communications and documentation.

Follow-Up Activities

  • Determine the need for additional information.

  • Initiate and manage follow-up requests with reporters and stakeholders.

  • Track and document follow-up activities until case closure.

Operational Excellence

  • Prioritize case processing activities based on:

    • Regulatory due dates

    • Turnaround Time (TAT)

    • Service Level Agreements (SLAs)

    • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Escalate potential safety concerns to Medical Reviewers.

  • Support continuous process improvement initiatives.


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm)

  • 0–3 years of experience in Pharmacovigilance, Drug Safety, or related Life Sciences domains

  • Understanding of pharmacovigilance principles and ICSR processing

  • Knowledge of MedDRA coding and safety databases

  • Familiarity with global pharmacovigilance regulations and reporting requirements


Required Skills

  • Pharmacovigilance & Drug Safety Surveillance

  • ICSR Processing

  • Adverse Event Assessment

  • MedDRA Coding

  • Case Processing & Data Entry

  • Medical Documentation

  • Regulatory Compliance

  • Safety Database Management

  • Quality Review & Validation

  • Follow-Up Management


Preferred Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • Attention to detail and accuracy

  • Effective written and verbal communication

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

  • Team collaboration and stakeholder coordination

  • Commitment to quality and regulatory compliance


Work Environment

  • Individual contributor role within a collaborative team environment

  • Routine problem-solving based on established procedures and guidelines

  • Regular interaction with team members and direct supervisors

  • Detailed guidance and training provided for new assignments

  • Opportunity to work on global pharmacovigilance projects


Additional Information

  • This role may require working in rotational shifts.

  • Candidates should be comfortable working in a process-driven and compliance-focused environment.

  • Exposure to global pharmacovigilance operations and regulatory standards is an advantage.