Senior Medical Coding Specialist

At ICON Strategic Solutions, you will work in a sponsor-dedicated model, supported by ICON's global expertise.

As a Senior Medical Coding Specialist at ICON, you will ensure accurate and consistent coding of medical data for clinical trials.

Responsibilities

You will take ownership of scientific operations deliverables, applying your expertise to complex challenges.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide independent review of data coded by third parties ensuring consistent coding.
• Oversee work outsourced to CRO through medical coding review and synonym dictionaries review.
• Participate in the review and maintenance of guidance and training documentation for coding guidelines in accordance with ICH guideline and dictionary definitions.
• Provide support to other departments concerning dictionary use and coding quality.
• Collaborate on the creation and maintenance of CDM documents referencing coding related activities.
• Support and manage MedDRA and WHO Drug Dictionary upversion activities including third-party vendor operated studies.
• Ensure compliance with industry quality standards, regulations, guidelines and procedures.

Your Profile

You will have a strong foundation in scientific operations, with the experience to work independently and guide others. A degree in nursing, biology or health-related field is required.

Requirements:

• English fluency
• 5+ years medical coding using MedDRA and WHO Drug Dictionaries
• 5+ years in Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology industry or CRO environment
• Knowledge of ICH/GCP guidelines and methodology
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Detail oriented, ability to multitask with strong prioritization, planning and organization skills
• Excellent team player
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications
• Working knowledge of MedDRA and WHO Drug best practice documents
• Experience with coding application(s), Veeva and Medidata RAVE Coder desirable
• Experience with data warehouse tools (ie. Elluminate, CORE)
• Good understanding of Clinical Data Management processes and the applicable regulatory requirements

Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

Benefits may include:

• Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
• Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
• Retirement and pension plans
• Life assurance and disability coverage
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways