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Coding Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific
1-1.6 years
preferred by company
10 Feb. 10, 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
Job ID: R-01338263
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Model: Fully Remote
Industry: Clinical Research | Contract Research Organization (CRO)
Functional Area: Clinical Data Management / Medical Coding


About the Organization

Thermo Fisher Scientific, through its PPD® Clinical Research Services business, is a global leader in clinical research, supporting the development of innovative therapies across all phases of clinical trials. Over the past five years, PPD® has partnered with the top 50 pharmaceutical companies and more than 750 biotechnology organizations, delivering over 2,700 clinical trials across 100+ countries.

As part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, the organization is driven by a mission to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer through scientific excellence, operational rigor, and global collaboration.


Job Overview

The Coding Specialist plays a critical role in Clinical Data Management by ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely medical coding of clinical trial data using global coding dictionaries and industry standards. This role supports global clinical studies by maintaining high-quality, inspection-ready datasets and partnering closely with Clinical Data Management (CDM) teams, study sites, and sponsors within a Functional Service Provider (FSP) model.


Key Responsibilities

Medical Coding & Data Quality

  • Perform medical coding of clinical trial data in accordance with the approved Coding Plan and Data Validation Manual (DVM)

  • Review and maintain coding listings using standard coding dictionaries such as MedDRA and WHO Drug (WHODD)

  • Ensure coding accuracy, consistency, and compliance with global SOPs, GCP, and regulatory requirements

Issue Resolution & Collaboration

  • Identify coding-related data discrepancies and collaborate with internal study teams and investigative sites to resolve issues

  • Provide coding expertise, guidance, and support to Clinical Data Management project teams

Documentation & Reporting

  • Maintain coding documentation and ensure timely completion of coding deliverables within project timelines and budgets

  • Generate project-specific coding status reports for supervisors, project teams, and sponsors


Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in life sciences, pharmacy, clinical research, or a related discipline

Experience

  • Minimum 1 to 1.6 years of relevant experience in clinical data coding or Clinical Data Management within a CRO or pharmaceutical environment

Technical Skills

  • Hands-on experience with RAVE and/or Veeva EDC systems

  • Practical knowledge of MedDRA and WHO Drug (WHODD) coding dictionaries

  • Strong understanding of clinical protocols and Data Validation Manuals (DVMs)

Core Competencies

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

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

  • Ability to work independently in a remote environment with minimal supervision

  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

  • High standards of data confidentiality and professional judgment

  • Proven flexibility, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills


Career Growth & Development

This role supports a dedicated FSP client—a globally recognized biopharmaceutical organization with a strong legacy in specialty medicines, vaccines, and scientific innovation. As part of a mature FSP delivery model, the Coding Specialist will collaborate with global data science and clinical teams on high-impact studies.

Thermo Fisher Scientific’s FSP model offers structured career development through tailored learning pathways, mentorship, and exposure to advanced clinical technologies. Career progression opportunities include Senior Coding Specialist, Clinical Data Manager, Clinical Data Team Lead, or transitions into Data Standards or Programming roles based on expertise and business needs.


Why Join Thermo Fisher Scientific

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

  • Gain exposure to end-to-end clinical data workflows from study setup to database lock

  • Build expertise in modern Clinical Data Management, including EDC platforms and AI-enabled workflows

  • Collaborate with international sponsors, CRO partners, and cross-functional teams

  • Be part of a science-driven organization committed to improving patient outcomes worldwide


Equal Opportunity Statement

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.