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Pharmacovigilance Intern

Abbott.com

Office

Johannesburg : Abbott Place

Full Time

Job Description:

Are you a recent graduate in Life Sciences or Pharmacology looking to kickstart your career in the pharmaceutical industry? Join us as a Pharmacovigilance Intern and gain hands-on experience in drug safety and regulatory practices within a global healthcare environment.

This role is based in our EPD division in Roodepoort

💡 What You Will Learn:

As a Pharmacovigilance Intern, you will be immersed in the world of drug safety, learning how to:

  • Understand and support the local pharmacovigilance (PV) system and its documentation, including procedures, forms, and templates.
  • Receive, record, and reconcile safety information in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Monitor safety data through literature reviews and health authority websites, and assist in preparing local safety reports and Risk Management Plans.
  • Participate in the delivery of basic PV training to local staff.
  • Manage PV documentation, including retention and archiving processes.
  • Navigate regulatory requirements and interact with local health authorities under the guidance of experienced professionals.
  • Complete essential training modules and gain exposure to global PV systems and tools.

✅ What We’Re Looking For:

  • A graduate in Life Sciences, Pharmacology, or a related field.
  • Previous experience in the pharmaceutical industry or knowledge of local PV regulations is a plus, but not required. ( cannot have more than 1 year experience
  • Strong attention to detail and a passion for learning.
  • Basic computer literacy (Windows, MS Office).
  • Good communication skills in English.
  • A collaborative mindset and eagerness to work in a regulated environment.

🚀 Why Join Us?

This internship offers a unique opportunity to:

  • Learn from experienced professionals in a supportive and structured environment.
  • Build a strong foundation in pharmacovigilance and regulatory affairs.
  • Contribute to meaningful work that impacts patient safety and public health.

You will be required to complete a video interview.

The base pay for this position is

N/A

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Job Family:

Regulatory Operations

Division:

EPD Established Pharma

Location:

South Africa > Johannesburg : Abbott Place

Additional Locations:

Work Shift:

Standard

Travel:

No

Medical Surveillance:

No

Significant Work Activities:

Not Applicable

Pharmacovigilance Intern

Office

Johannesburg : Abbott Place

Full Time

August 26, 2025

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