Coding specialist (thermofisher)

Roles and Responsibilities

Role Overview:

As a Coding Specialist, you will ensure high‑quality, compliant coding of clinical and medical terminology using established standards and the study Coding Plan. You will review coding listings, identify and resolve data issues with study teams and sites, and deliver accurate, on‑time coding outputs aligned to SOPs, GCP, and DVMs. Partnering with CDM project teams, you will provide guidance on coding practices, maintain documentation, and produce regular status reports to support inspection‑ready, analysis‑ready data. 

What You’ll Do:

• Code medical terminology and review coding listings in accordance with the Coding Plan in the DVM.
• Identify data issues and work with Thermo Fisher team and study sites to resolve.
• Ensure coding accuracy according to departmental operating procedures.
• Ensure all coding aspects are conducted accurately, and all coding deliverables are completed to quality expectations, within budget and on time.
• Provide support, guidance and direction on all coding aspects to the CDM project team.
• Produce project-specific status reports for supervisor and for clients on a regular basis.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic

• Previous experience (Min 1 to 1.6 Years) that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job

• Should have experience in RAVE / Veeva EDC, WHODD, MEDDRA Coding dictionaries

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Applies knowledge and skills in a highly organized fashion while adhering to regulatory guidelines, global SOPs and client expectations
• Excellent understanding of clinical/medical terminology with strong attention to detail
• Ability to use interactive computer programs.
• Good written and verbal communication skills and a strong command of English language and grammar
• Good organizational and analytical/problem-solving skills
• Ability to work productively with minimal supervision
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality with medical records and client's proprietary data
• Strong customer focus and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proven flexibility and adaptability, able to work in a team environment and independently as needed
• Must demonstrate good judgment in making decisions
• Understands project protocol and Data Validation Manual