Medical Coder Pharmacovigilance & Clinical Data Coding

Why This Role Matters

Medical coding is a critical component of pharmacovigilance and clinical data management. Accurate coding of medical information ensures that adverse events, medical histories, and drug-related conditions are standardized using globally recognized medical dictionaries. This process enables reliable safety data analysis, signal detection, and regulatory reporting in clinical trials and post-marketing pharmacovigilance programs.
The Medical Coder - Pharmacovigilance role focuses on coding clinical and safety data using standardized terminology systems such as MedDRA and ATC classifications. By ensuring consistency in medical coding across clinical databases, professionals in this role help maintain the integrity and reliability of clinical trial data.

This position plays an important role in supporting pharmacovigilance operations, clinical data standardization, and safety monitoring activities. For professionals with experience in medical coding, clinical data management, or pharmacovigilance operations, the role offers an opportunity to work on global clinical research projects while contributing to drug safety and regulatory compliance.

Job Description

Veeda Lifesciences is seeking a Medical Coder to support pharmacovigilance and clinical data management activities in a remote working environment.
The selected candidate will be responsible for performing medical coding of adverse events, medical conditions, and drug-related information using standardized medical dictionaries. The role involves collaboration with clinical data managers, pharmacovigilance teams, and clinical scientists to ensure accurate and consistent coding across clinical study databases. The Medical Coder will also contribute to documentation, reporting, and training activities while ensuring that coding processes comply with internal procedures and industry standards.

Key Features of the Role

• Opportunity to work in pharmacovigilance and clinical data coding
• Remote work environment with global project exposure
• Involvement in adverse event and medical terminology coding
• Collaboration with pharmacovigilance and clinical data management teams
• Exposure to electronic data capture systems used in clinical trials
• Opportunity to contribute to coding process improvements and training initiatives

Responsibilities

Medical Coding Activities

• Perform medical coding for adverse events, medical history, and medical conditions using standardized terminology systems
• Apply MedDRA coding for safety-related clinical data
• Use ATC classification coding for drug-related information
• Ensure coding activities follow approved medical dictionaries and sponsor guidelines
• Maintain consistency and accuracy of coded terms across clinical study databases

Clinical Data Management Support

• Collaborate with clinical data managers, pharmacovigilance teams, and clinical scientists
• Raise queries in electronic Case Report Forms or EDC systems for coding discrepancies
• Review sponsor feedback and update coded medical terms accordingly
• Ensure coding activities align with clinical data management standards

Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare medical coding reports and performance metrics
• Monitor coding backlog and ensure timely completion of assigned tasks
• Maintain documentation related to coding activities in accordance with SOPs and regulatory standards

Training and Team Collaboration

• Develop training materials related to medical coding activities
• Provide on-the-job training and guidance for new team members
• Participate in departmental meetings to improve coding workflows and best practices

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, or related healthcare fields
• B.Pharm, M.Pharm, Pharm.D, or equivalent qualification preferred

Experience and Skills

• 2 to 4 years of experience in medical coding within pharmaceutical companies or CROs
• Experience working with pharmacovigilance or clinical data management teams
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and coding standards
• Knowledge of clinical trial data management processes
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in coding activities
• Excellent documentation and communication skills

Technical Skills

• MedDRA coding for adverse event classification
• ATC coding for drug classification
• Experience using electronic data capture systems such as Medidata Rave, Oracle Inform, or similar platforms
• Familiarity with clinical database management and data review processes

Salary Insights

Although the exact salary is not specified, Medical Coding roles in pharmacovigilance and clinical data management typically offer competitive compensation depending on experience, technical expertise, and project responsibilities. Additional benefits may include remote work flexibility, exposure to global clinical research projects, and professional growth opportunities in pharmacovigilance and data management.

Company Overview

Veeda Lifesciences is a global clinical research organization providing services across clinical trials, bioequivalence studies, pharmacovigilance, and clinical data management. The organization supports pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies in developing safe and effective therapies through high-quality research and regulatory-compliant processes. With a strong focus on clinical research excellence and regulatory compliance, Veeda Lifesciences contributes to global drug development programs while ensuring patient safety and data integrity across clinical studies.

FAQs

Who can apply for this role?
Candidates with Pharmacy or Life Sciences degrees such as B.Pharm, M.Pharm, Pharm.D, or related qualifications with experience in medical coding.

What experience is required for this position?
Applicants should have 2 to 4 years of experience in medical coding within pharmaceutical companies or CROs.

Which coding systems are used in this role?
The role primarily uses MedDRA coding for adverse events and ATC classification coding for drug-related data.

Is experience with clinical data systems required?
Yes. Experience with EDC systems such as Medidata Rave, Oracle Inform, or similar clinical trial platforms is preferred.

Is this a remote position?
Yes. The Medical Coder role is offered in a remote working mode.

Application Tips

• Highlight experience with MedDRA and ATC coding systems
• Mention experience working in pharmacovigilance or clinical data management teams
• Demonstrate familiarity with EDC platforms such as Medidata Rave or Oracle Inform
• Showcase accuracy and attention to detail in medical coding tasks
• Emphasize collaboration with clinical data managers and pharmacovigilance professionals