Safety Surveillance Associate

By Admin ยท Pharmacovigilance & Drug Safety

CHENNAI (IN)HYBRIDPOSTED: 8/26/2026
PHARMAFull-time
HIRING ORGANIZATIONPFIZERBiopharmaceutical / Healthcare
Pfizer

ROLE DEFINITION & RESPONSIBILITIES

Core Responsibilities

Perform end-to-end case processing of adverse drug reactions including intake, triage, assessment, and documentation.
Review and validate case data such as seriousness, expectedness, causality, and regulatory reportability.
Write and edit detailed medical narratives for Individual Case Safety Reports (ICSRs).
Ensure compliance with global pharmacovigilance regulations and internal SOPs.
Manage case follow-ups and coordinate with global stakeholders.

Technical & Domain Expertise

Strong understanding of pharmacovigilance workflows including case processing and signal detection basics.
Knowledge of global safety databases and regulatory timelines.
Familiarity with MedDRA coding, safety data evaluation, and reporting standards.

Leadership & Business Impact

Contribute to patient safety by ensuring high-quality safety data evaluation.
Support regulatory submissions and compliance with global health authority requirements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including clinical and regulatory.

Benefits & Total Rewards

Exposure to global PV systems and regulatory frameworks.
Structured career progression within drug safety.
Training programs and learning opportunities in global safety operations.

REQUIRED VERIFIED SKILLS

Case Processing
Pharmacovigilance
Adverse Event Reporting
MedDRA
Regulatory Compliance
Safety Database
Medical Writing

COMPENSATION & REWARDS

Salary: Competitive / Disclosed upon candidate shortlisting
Entry-level PV roles in India typically range between โ‚น3โ€“6 LPA depending on company and skills. Multinational companies like Pfizer offer structured bonuses, learning programs, and global exposure, which significantly improves long-term earning potential.

ORGANIZATION CONTEXT & CULTURE

Pfizer Inc. is an American multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology corporation. It is dedicated to the discovery, development, manufacturing, marketing, and sale of medicines and vaccines worldwide. The company focuses on breakthrough science to deliver innovative treatments across various therapeutic areas to improve health outcomes.

TEAM SIZE: 80,000+ employees
INDUSTRY: Biopharmaceutical / Healthcare

EXPECTED CAREER ROADMAP

This role is a strong entry point into pharmacovigilance. Candidates can progress to Senior Drug Safety Associate, PV Scientist, Signal Detection Specialist, and eventually leadership roles such as Safety Lead or QPPV. Exposure to global regulatory systems enables transition into clinical safety, risk management, and regulatory affairs.

APPLICATION ADVISORY

Focus on case processing knowledge, MedDRA coding, and ICH guidelines in your resume. Prepare for scenario-based interviews on adverse event handling. Highlight internships or projects related to drug safety or clinical data.

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