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1-2 years
Not Disclosed
China
10 Feb. 27, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Drug Safety Associate – Pharmacovigilance (PV)

Employer: ICON Strategic Solutions
Parent Organization: ICON plc
Location: China
Employment Type: Full-Time
Start Date: 24 February 2026
Application Deadline: 26 March 2026
Compensation: Competitive Salary Package

About the Organization

ICON plc is a globally recognized healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization supporting pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies in accelerating clinical development. Through ICON Strategic Solutions, the company delivers strategic resourcing and functional service solutions to advance drug development and patient safety worldwide.

Role Overview

The Drug Safety Associate (Pharmacovigilance – PV) will play a critical role in monitoring, evaluating, and reporting safety data related to investigational and marketed products. This position supports regulatory compliance, patient safety, and signal detection activities in accordance with global pharmacovigilance regulations.

This opportunity is ideal for early-career pharmacovigilance professionals seeking exposure to global safety reporting standards including ICH, FDA, and EMA guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collect, process, and review adverse event (AE) reports from clinical trials and post-marketing sources.

  • Perform initial case assessment, MedDRA coding, and data entry in validated safety databases.

  • Prepare and submit expedited safety reports to regulatory authorities and investigators within required timelines.

  • Ensure compliance with global pharmacovigilance regulations (ICH, FDA, EMA, and local health authorities).

  • Maintain and support safety tracking systems and pharmacovigilance documentation.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Clinical Operations, Regulatory Affairs, and Medical Affairs to ensure accurate safety reporting.

  • Support internal audits and inspections by maintaining high-quality documentation standards.

Educational Qualification

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medicine, Nursing, or other healthcare-related discipline.

Experience Required

  • 1–2 years of experience in Pharmacovigilance, Drug Safety, or Clinical Safety within a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or CRO environment preferred.

  • Hands-on experience in adverse event processing, case triage, and regulatory submissions is advantageous.

  • Familiarity with global safety databases and MedDRA coding preferred.

Core Competencies

  • Adverse Event Case Processing

  • Pharmacovigilance Compliance

  • ICH-GCP & Global Regulatory Knowledge

  • Safety Database Management

  • Attention to Detail & Data Accuracy

  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Time Management in Fast-Paced Environments

Why Join ICON Strategic Solutions?

ICON plc fosters a culture of innovation, inclusion, and performance excellence. Employees benefit from structured career progression within global clinical research, exposure to international regulatory frameworks, and a collaborative environment that prioritizes patient safety.

Benefits may include:

  • Competitive salary and performance-driven rewards

  • Health insurance coverage options

  • Retirement planning programs

  • Global Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Life assurance

  • Country-specific optional benefits such as wellness programs, childcare support, gym discounts, and travel subsidies

Equal Opportunity Statement

ICON is committed to creating an inclusive and discrimination-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, gender, religion, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

Advance your Pharmacovigilance career with a globally recognized CRO.

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