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Coding Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific
1-2 years
preferred by company
10 Jan. 7, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Remote 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

Coding Specialist – Clinical Research

Location: Remote, India
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job ID: R-01338263
Category: Clinical Research | Clinical Data Management
Work Mode: Fully Remote
Experience Required: 1–2 Years


Job Overview

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a detail-oriented Coding Specialist to join its global Clinical Research Services team. This role is ideal for professionals with hands-on experience in medical coding and clinical terminology standards who are eager to contribute to high-quality, inspection-ready clinical trial data across global studies.

As part of the PPD® clinical research portfolio, you will support end-to-end clinical data workflows by ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely coding aligned with study protocols, regulatory standards, and global SOPs.


Key Responsibilities

  • Perform accurate coding of clinical and medical terminology in accordance with the study Coding Plan and Data Validation Manual (DVM).

  • Review coding listings and identify discrepancies or data quality issues.

  • Collaborate with Clinical Data Management (CDM) teams and study sites to resolve coding-related queries.

  • Ensure compliance with GCP, SOPs, and regulatory requirements across all coding activities.

  • Deliver coding outputs that meet quality, timeline, and budget expectations.

  • Provide guidance and subject-matter support to CDM project teams on coding standards and best practices.

  • Maintain complete and audit-ready coding documentation.

  • Prepare and share regular project status reports with supervisors and clients.


Education & Experience Requirements

  • Education:

    • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in life sciences, pharmacy, biotechnology, or a related discipline

  • Experience:

    • Minimum 1 to 2 years of relevant experience in clinical data coding or clinical data management

    • Hands-on experience with RAVE or Veeva EDC platforms

    • Working knowledge of MedDRA and WHO-DD coding dictionaries


Required Skills & Competencies

  • Strong understanding of clinical and medical terminology

  • Expertise in MedDRA and WHO-DD coding standards

  • High attention to detail with excellent data accuracy skills

  • Ability to follow global SOPs, regulatory guidelines, and client expectations

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in English

  • Good analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a team

  • Proven flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced clinical research environment

  • Strong commitment to data confidentiality and client data protection

  • Sound judgment and decision-making capabilities


Career Growth & Development

This role supports a Functional Service Provider (FSP) engagement for a globally recognized biopharmaceutical organization with a strong focus on innovation, vaccines, and specialty medicines. As an FSP professional, you will work closely with global data science and clinical teams on high-visibility projects.

Thermo Fisher Scientific’s FSP model promotes continuous learning through:

  • Structured learning pathways

  • Mentorship and stretch assignments

  • Clear career progression opportunities

Future career paths may include advancement into Senior CDM, CDTL, CDM Project Management, or transitions into Data Standards and Programming, based on performance and business needs.


Why Join Thermo Fisher Scientific

  • Work on global, multi-phase clinical trials across therapeutic areas

  • Gain hands-on experience with modern EDC systems and AI-enabled CDM workflows

  • End-to-end exposure from study setup to database lock

  • Collaborate with global CROs, sponsors, vendors, and country operations

  • Be part of an organization committed to enabling life-changing medicines worldwide


About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding USD 44 billion. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. With more than 90,000 colleagues globally, we deliver innovative technologies and pharmaceutical services through industry-leading brands including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, and Patheon.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.