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Senior Pharmacovigilance Associate

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Job Description

Senior Pharmacovigilance Associate- Clinical Trial Case Processing (Mandatory)

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.


As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.


We are currently seeking a Senior Pharmacovigilance Associate to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Senior Pharmacovigilance Associate at ICON, you will be instrumental in ensuring the safety and efficacy of pharmaceutical products by managing and overseeing pharmacovigilance activities. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and to maintain the highest standards of patient safety.

Criteria:

  • We are looking for an experienced professionals who has 4+ years of case processing experience in Post Marketing Surveillance.

  • Education background: B.Pharm / M.Pharm, Pharm.D, BDS, B.Sc Nursing/M.Sc Nursing, BAMS, BHMS

What You Will Be Doing:

  • We are looking for an experienced professionals who has 4+ years of case processing experience in Post Marketing Surveillance.
  • Experience in ICSR processing for marketed products.
  • Knowledge of seriousness, expectedness, causality, and global reporting.
  • Familiarity with reconciliation processes and aggregate reporting (PSUR/DSUR).
  • Ability to mentor new joiners and review SOPs.
  • Working knowledge of SDEA and KPI/SLA basics.
  • Process literature ICSRs and maintain compliance with monitoring requirements.
  • This role involves leading efforts to collect, evaluate, and process adverse event reports, making sure all reporting is accurate and submitted on time according to regulatory and company standards.
  • You will analyze safety data carefully, interpret findings, and identify trends or potential safety issues that need further investigation.
  • Responsibilities also include preparing and submitting detailed periodic safety update reports (PSURs) and other regulatory documents while adhering to international compliance requirements.
  • You'll work closely with medical and clinical teams to determine the clinical importance of reported adverse events and support risk management initiatives.
  • Maintaining and ensuring the integrity of pharmacovigilance databases is essential, along with upholding documentation quality and compliance with data management protocols.
  • The position also entails training and mentoring junior staff in pharmacovigilance procedures, regulatory standards, and industry best practices.
  • Participation in audits and inspections by regulatory authorities is required, with a focus on maintaining readiness and full compliance.
  • Remaining up to date with changing regulations and industry advancements is vital to continually improve pharmacovigilance processes within the organization

Your Profile:

  • At least 4+ years in case processing with Post-Marketing
  • Extensive experience in pharmacovigilance or drug safety, with a strong understanding of relevant regulations and industry standards.
  • Proven ability to manage the pharmacovigilance process effectively, including adverse event reporting and signal detection.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed recommendations.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams.
  • Proficiency in pharmacovigilance databases and data management systems, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive patient information with discretion.

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.


Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.


Benefits may include:

  • Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
  • Retirement and pension plans
  • Life assurance and disability coverage
  • Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.


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Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.


If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request.

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About Company

Since our foundation in Dublin, Ireland in 1990, our mission has been to help our clients to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life. We do this by delivering best in class information, solutions and performance, with an unyielding focus on quality at all times.We offer a full range of consulting, development and commercialisation services from a global network of offices in 37 countries. We focus our innovation on the factors that are critical to our clients &#8211&#x3B; reducing time to market, reducing cost, and increasing quality &#8211&#x3B; and our global team of experts has extensive experience in a broad range of therapeutic areas.

Job ID: 140594689