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Coding Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific
1-2 years
Not Disclosed
10 Jan. 1, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Remote Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/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

Job Title: Coding Specialist – Clinical Data Management
Category: Clinical Research / Data Management
Location: Remote, India
Employment Type: Full-Time
Job ID: R-01338263


About the Role

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a detail-oriented Coding Specialist to join our global Clinical Research Services team. In this role, you will ensure high-quality, compliant coding of clinical and medical terminology across global studies, supporting accurate, inspection-ready, and analysis-ready clinical trial data.

As a Coding Specialist, you will work closely with Clinical Data Management (CDM) project teams and study sites to identify and resolve data issues, implement coding standards, and maintain documentation according to GCP, SOPs, and study-specific Coding Plans. This is a fully remote role, offering exposure to international trials and modern CDM practices.


Key Responsibilities

  • Code clinical and medical terminology using established Coding Plans and Data Validation Manuals (DVMs).

  • Review coding listings and ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with departmental standards.

  • Identify, investigate, and resolve data issues in collaboration with study teams and sites.

  • Provide guidance and support on coding practices to the CDM project team.

  • Produce project-specific status reports for supervisors and clients.

  • Maintain documentation of coding activities and outputs to support audit-ready clinical data.

  • Ensure coding deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and aligned with quality expectations.

  • Stay current with clinical/medical terminology, coding dictionaries (MEDDRA, WHODD), and regulatory requirements.


Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field.

  • Experience: 1–2 years of experience in clinical data coding or clinical data management.

  • Hands-on experience with RAVE or Veeva EDC and familiarity with MEDDRA and WHODD coding dictionaries.


Skills & Competencies

  • Strong understanding of clinical and medical terminology with high attention to detail.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote, global team environment.

  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of medical records and proprietary client data.

  • Flexible and adaptable, with proven judgment and decision-making skills.

  • Knowledge of project protocols and Data Validation Manuals.


Career Growth

Joining our FSP (Functional Service Provider) team allows you to support a globally recognized biopharmaceutical client, gaining exposure to complex, high-visibility initiatives in clinical data management. Career pathways include progression along the CDM track (Senior CDM, CDTL, CDM Project Manager) or transitions into Data Standards, Programming, or AI-enabled CDM workflows.


Why Join Thermo Fisher Scientific

  • Global Exposure: Work on international clinical studies across phases and therapeutic areas.

  • End-to-End Ownership: Contribute to all stages of study delivery, from setup to close-out.

  • Analytical & Project Skills: Enhance your skills in project management, financial tracking, data analysis, risk management, and advanced clinical trial technologies.

  • Impact: Help bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide while building expertise in modern CDM practices.


About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding $44 billion. Our mission is to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. With over 90,000 colleagues globally, we provide innovative technologies, laboratory solutions, and pharmaceutical services through brands such as Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, and Patheon.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Thermo Fisher Scientific is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all jurisdictions where we operate.