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Coding Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific
1-2 years
preferred by company
10 Jan. 6, 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 Data Management

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


About the Organization

Our Clinical Research Services team operates at the forefront of global drug development, supporting the delivery of life-changing therapies to patients worldwide. As part of a leading global Contract Research Organization (CRO), we collaborate with top pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to ensure high-quality, compliant, and inspection-ready clinical trial data.

Over the past five years, the organization has supported the world’s top 50 pharmaceutical companies and more than 750 biotech organizations, contributing to over 2,700 clinical trials across 100+ countries.


Role Overview

The Coding Specialist is responsible for accurate, compliant coding of clinical and medical terminology using industry-standard dictionaries and study-specific Coding Plans. This role partners closely with Clinical Data Management (CDM) project teams to ensure timely, high-quality coding deliverables aligned with SOPs, GCP guidelines, and Data Validation Manuals (DVMs).

This is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking remote clinical research roles in India with global exposure and long-term career growth in clinical data management.


Key Responsibilities

  • Perform medical and clinical terminology coding in accordance with the study Coding Plan and DVM

  • Review and reconcile coding listings using standard dictionaries such as MedDRA and WHODD

  • Identify coding-related data issues and collaborate with internal teams and study sites for resolution

  • Ensure coding activities comply with global SOPs, regulatory standards, and quality expectations

  • Deliver coding outputs within defined timelines, budget, and quality benchmarks

  • Provide guidance and support on coding-related topics to CDM project teams

  • Prepare and deliver project-specific coding status reports for supervisors and clients

  • Maintain inspection-ready documentation and contribute to analysis-ready datasets


Education & Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, or a related discipline (or equivalent qualification)

  • 1 to 1.6 years of hands-on experience in clinical data coding or clinical data management

  • Proven experience with RAVE or Veeva EDC platforms

  • Strong working knowledge of MedDRA and WHODD coding dictionaries


Required Skills & Competencies

  • Strong understanding of clinical and medical terminology

  • Excellent attention to detail with a focus on data quality and compliance

  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements, global SOPs, and GCP guidelines

  • Ability to interpret study protocols and Data Validation Manuals

  • Proficiency in using EDC systems and interactive clinical data tools

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

  • Effective organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating in global teams

  • High level of confidentiality and professionalism when handling clinical and proprietary data


Career Growth & Development

This role supports a Functional Service Provider (FSP) engagement with a globally recognized biopharmaceutical sponsor known for its innovation in specialty medicines, vaccines, and scientific research. As a client-dedicated FSP professional, you will collaborate with global data science teams on high-visibility initiatives.

The FSP model offers structured learning paths, mentorship, and stretch assignments, enabling career progression into roles such as Senior Clinical Data Manager, CDM Lead, Clinical Data Project Manager, or transitions into Data Standards and Programming based on performance and business needs.


Why Join This Role

  • Fully remote opportunity with global clinical trial exposure

  • Hands-on experience across multiple therapeutic areas and trial phases

  • End-to-end involvement in study delivery from setup to close-out

  • Opportunity to work with modern CDM platforms, including AI-enabled workflows

  • Strong focus on professional development and long-term career progression


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Equal Opportunity Statement

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. All employment decisions are based on business needs, merit, and qualifications, without discrimination of any kind.