Looking for a Pharmacovigilance Job in India? ICON plc, a globally recognized healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization, is inviting applications for the position of Graduate Pharmacovigilance Associate in Chennai and Trivandrum. This opportunity is ideal for fresh graduates and early-career professionals from pharmacy, life sciences, and related healthcare backgrounds seeking to build a career in drug safety, pharmacovigilance, and clinical research.
As a Graduate Pharmacovigilance Associate at ICON, you will contribute to patient safety by supporting adverse event reporting, safety data processing, and regulatory compliance activities while working alongside experienced pharmacovigilance professionals.
Job Details
- Company: ICON plc
- Position: Graduate Pharmacovigilance Associate
- Job ID: JR151212
- Department: Drug Safety
- Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu / Trivandrum, Kerala
- Work Mode: Hybrid
- Industry: Clinical Research / Pharmacovigilance
- Experience: Freshers & Entry-Level Candidates
Key Responsibilities
As a Graduate Pharmacovigilance Associate, your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting collection, review, and processing of adverse event reports.
- Assisting in pharmacovigilance case processing activities.
- Preparing and submitting safety reports to regulatory authorities.
- Ensuring compliance with global pharmacovigilance regulations and company procedures.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams for safety data communication.
- Maintaining pharmacovigilance documentation and safety management plans.
- Supporting SOP development and updates.
- Participating in training programs to strengthen drug safety knowledge.
- Contributing to quality and compliance initiatives within the pharmacovigilance function.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates should possess:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, or a related healthcare discipline.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Basic understanding of pharmacovigilance and drug safety concepts (preferred but not mandatory).
- Willingness to travel occasionally (approximately 10%).
Preferred Skills
- Knowledge of adverse event reporting processes.
- Understanding of global pharmacovigilance regulations.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Interest in clinical research and patient safety.
Benefits Offered by ICON
ICON provides a comprehensive employee benefits package, including:
- Competitive salary package.
- Annual leave benefits.
- Health insurance coverage.
- Retirement planning programs.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Life insurance benefits.
- Career development and training opportunities.
- Flexible country-specific employee benefits.
- Work-life balance initiatives.
- Global exposure within the clinical research industry.
Why Join ICON?
ICON is one of the world’s leading clinical research organizations, supporting pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies worldwide. Employees benefit from a diverse and inclusive workplace culture focused on innovation, professional growth, and excellence in clinical development.
For candidates interested in building a long-term career in pharmacovigilance, drug safety, adverse event reporting, and regulatory compliance, this role offers an excellent entry point into the healthcare and clinical research industry.
How to Apply
