Clinical Job at IQVIA India | Apply now for a Clinical Data Coder Role
Looking for a rewarding clinical job in India’s leading healthcare analytics organization? IQVIA is hiring experienced professionals for the role of Clinical Data Coder (MedDRA, WHODD). This opportunity is ideal for candidates with 3+ years of experience in clinical data coding who want to grow their careers in clinical research, data management, and medical jobs across Kochi, Kolkata, Bangalore, and Thane.
Job Details:
- Job Position: Clinical Data Coder
- Experience: 3+ years of relevant experience in clinical data coding
- Location: Kochi / Kolkata / Bangalore / Thane
About the Company:
IQVIA is a global leader in advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services for the life sciences industry. The company helps healthcare organizations accelerate innovation and improve patient outcomes through data-driven insights. IQVIA careers offer excellent growth, exposure to global trials, and opportunities in diverse medical jobs.
Job Description:
Provide comprehensive data management expertise (defined as efficient and quality data management products) to the Data Management (DM) team to meet sponsor and company needs. Perform Clinical Data Management and/or Coding activities, and may provide leadership either in the role of the Lead Coder or in a specific CDM task (e.g. Data Operations Coordinator (DOC) or lead a coding related task on a mega trial). This clinical job requires independent handling of coding responsibilities and contributing to overall data quality throughout the study lifecycle.
Qualifications:
- Dental, medical, or related field qualification or educational equivalent.
- 3 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
- Excellent knowledge of medical terminologies, pharmacology, anatomy, and physiology.
- In-depth knowledge of medical dictionaries used for coding (e.g., MedDRA, WHODD, etc.).
- Understanding of the Data Management process from study start-up through to database lock.
- Ability to exercise excellent attention to detail and act independently with the initiative required to resolve problems.
- Good understanding of database technologies related to data management and coding.
- Knowledge of operating procedures and work instructions, and the ability to apply them in practice.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in the English language, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers, and clients.
- LPN – Licensed Practical Nurse – State Licensure Req.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve independently as a Clinical Data Coder and/or Lead Coder or DOC for one or more protocols.
- Manage delivery of coding activities and/or standalone coding projects through the full study life-cycle (with minimal guidance).
- Validates/tests the coding application and programming of coding reports.
- May also test coding-related datasets, coding-related edits, or any coding-related programming activities.
- Perform comprehensive data management and coding-related tasks, including conducting data review and writing, and resolving data clarifications.
- Manage coding-related project timelines with guidance from the DOC or Data Team Lead (DTL) or Manager.
- Perform Serious Adverse Event (SAE) reconciliation activities.
- May serve as a backup for a Lead Coder, DOC, or DTL.
- Perform comprehensive quality control procedures and assist in implementing new technology.
- Independently bring coding and project-related solutions to the DM team.
- Handle audit requirements for respective studies, including stand-alone coding projects as applicable.
- Understand and comply with core operating procedures and work instructions.
- Perform other duties as directed by the study team or Manager, or meet objectives as assigned.
- Develop and maintain good communication and working relationships with the team.
