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Coding Specialist Ii

3-4 years
Not Disclosed
10 Sept. 25, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time 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

Coding Specialist II

Location: Bangalore
Category: Clinical
Job ID: 251907


Job Overview

Provide technical oversight of all dictionary coding activities for global or multiple projects, ensuring delivery of high-quality medical coded data according to Fortrea/client specifications, project timelines, and budgets. Support Thesaurus Management and collaborate closely with Lead Data Reviewers, Clinical Lead Data Managers, and core project team members.


Summary of Responsibilities

(Not exhaustive; other duties may be assigned)

  • Perform clinical medical data coding for assigned projects globally, independently.

  • Work with Manager to support personal development, interpersonal skills, and competency achievement.

  • Identify and implement solutions for project data management coding issues.

  • Serve as the project liaison, providing coding status updates.

  • Review Data Management Plans and study-specific coding conventions/specifications.

  • Collaborate with project teams (clinical, programming, statistics, CDM, drug safety, etc.) for project set-up, maintenance, and closure to ensure cohesive data handling and quality.

  • Assist in developing and implementing global SOPs and Work Instructions; liaise with other functions for cross-disciplinary SOPs.

  • Maintain technical competencies through internal/external training.

  • Ensure client satisfaction by delivering quality coded data on-time and on-budget.

  • Identify opportunities for process and efficiency improvements and implement solutions.

  • Support dictionary verification of Fortrea and client standard dictionaries.

  • Conduct literature reviews and research to improve global thesaurus management practices.


Qualifications (Minimum Required)

  • University/college degree in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or related field, or certification in an allied health profession (e.g., nursing, medical or laboratory technology).

  • Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.

  • Fluent in English (written and verbal).


Experience (Minimum Required)

  • 3–4 years relevant work experience in clinical data management, including 2 years in clinical data coding (MedDRA and WHODrug).

  • In-depth knowledge of medical coding processes and tools (e.g., Medidata Coder, Central Coding).

  • Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

  • Thorough understanding of clinical trial processes, data management, clinical operations, biometrics, and quality systems.

  • Knowledge of CRO-pharma/biotech regulatory obligations.

  • Broad expertise in thesaurus management and standard coding dictionaries.

  • Knowledge of ICH Guidelines, GCP, and regulatory requirements related to clinical data coding.

  • Familiarity with effective clinical data management practices.


Preferred Qualifications

  • MedDRA Certified.

  • Knowledge of Fortrea’s organizational structure, SOPs, and work instructions.


Work Environment / Physical Demands

  • Office or home-based environment.

  • Travel requirements:

    • Regional travel ~ 5%.

    • Of this, ~ 50% may require overnight stays.

    • Travel varies based on project/client needs.