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Coding Specialist Ii

Fortrea
5-7 years
Not Disclosed
Bangalore, Remote, India, India
10 June 2, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Remote Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title

Coding Specialist II (Clinical Medical Data Coding)

Company

Fortrea

Location

Bangalore, India (Remote – Home/Office based)

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Posting

Posted yesterday
Application deadline: June 30, 2026


Job Overview

This role focuses on clinical trial medical data coding and thesaurus management, ensuring accurate classification of clinical data using standard medical dictionaries such as MedDRA and WHODrug. The position supports global clinical projects and ensures high-quality, compliant coded data delivery within timelines and budgets.


Key Responsibilities

Clinical Data Coding

  • Perform medical coding for assigned clinical projects independently on a global scale

  • Ensure accurate coding of clinical trial data according to client and regulatory standards

  • Perform dictionary verification for standard and client-specific coding systems

  • Maintain quality and consistency of coded clinical data


Project Support & Coordination

  • Act as liaison for coding status updates within projects

  • Collaborate with:

    • Clinical teams

    • Data managers

    • Statisticians

    • Drug safety and programming teams

  • Support setup, maintenance, and closure of data management activities


Standards, SOPs & Compliance

  • Assist in developing and maintaining SOPs and coding work instructions

  • Ensure adherence to:

    • ICH guidelines

    • GCP regulations

    • Regulatory requirements for clinical development

  • Maintain compliance with CRO industry standards and client expectations


Thesaurus & Dictionary Management

  • Manage and support global thesaurus systems

  • Work with standard coding dictionaries such as:

    • MedDRA

    • WHODrug

  • Review and improve coding practices and tools


Process Improvement & Training

  • Identify and implement process improvements in coding workflows

  • Participate in internal/external training to maintain coding expertise

  • Support development of global best practices for data coding


Communication & Reporting

  • Provide coding status updates to stakeholders

  • Contribute to client satisfaction through timely, high-quality deliverables

  • Prepare and present coding-related updates when required


Required Qualifications

  • University degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or related field
    OR allied health qualification (e.g., Nursing, Lab Technology)

  • Equivalent experience may be considered


Experience Required

  • 5–7 years of experience in clinical data coding

  • Strong hands-on experience with:

    • MedDRA coding

    • WHODrug coding

    • Clinical coding tools (e.g., Medidata Coder, Central Coding systems)


Technical & Functional Skills

  • Strong knowledge of:

    • Clinical trial processes

    • Clinical data management

    • Biometrics and clinical operations

  • Expertise in medical coding dictionaries and thesaurus management

  • Understanding of regulatory frameworks (ICH-GCP, CRO guidelines)

  • Experience with coding systems and clinical data platforms

  • Ability to ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance


Soft Skills

  • Strong communication (written and verbal)

  • Attention to detail and analytical thinking

  • Ability to collaborate with cross-functional global teams

  • Problem-solving mindset

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment


Preferred Qualifications

  • MedDRA Certification

  • Familiarity with Fortrea SOPs and internal systems


Work Environment

  • Remote or office-based role

  • Occasional travel (~5%, sometimes overnight)


Core Role Summary (Simple View)

This role is mainly about:

  • Translating clinical trial data into standard medical codes

  • Using MedDRA / WHODrug dictionaries

  • Ensuring regulatory compliance and data quality

  • Supporting global clinical trial data management teams