Senior Clinical Data Coder (India)
Indero
- Pune, Maharashtra
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead and perform accurate coding of medical terms and medications using MedDRA, WHO Drug, and internal conventions.
- Oversee the setup of the coding module for assigned studies, ensuring correct configurations and workflows.
- Define, document, and manage coding conventions and ensure consistent application across studies.
- Act as the Lead Coder, coordinating coding activities across multiple studies simultaneously.
- Manage coding priorities, balancing workload across timelines and studies.
- Develop and maintain coding guidelines and synonym lists.
- Provide input to the Coding section of Data Management Plans.
- Oversee and perform dictionary up-versioning and related upgrade activities.
- Validate and test coding setups, programming of coding reports, and related database checks.
- Support data review activities and resolve data clarifications in a timely manner.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior or back-up coders.
- Actively contribute to process optimization, SOP development, and best practices in coding.
- Maintain effective communication with Data Management Leads, CRAs, and other stakeholders.
- Flexible work schedule
- Permanent full-time position
- Company benefits package
- Ongoing learning and development
Indero
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in pharmacy, life sciences, or a related field (medical/nursing background also acceptable).
- Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience in clinical data coding within clinical trials or the pharmaceutical/CRO environment.
- Thorough knowledge of medical terminology and medical dictionaries (MedDRA, WHO Drug).
- Demonstrated experience with coding module setup, management of conventions, and prioritization of tasks across multiple studies.
- Experience in query management and clinical data review.
- Proven ability to manage multiple studies concurrently.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to lead within a global team environment, providing guidance to colleagues and ensuring deliverables are met.
- Good knowledge of GCP and applicable Health Canada, FDA, and EMA regulations/guidelines.