Specialist, Medical Coding

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals; Hyderabad; Hybrid; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals in Hyderabad is hiring a Specialist, Medical Coding to support accurate coding of clinical trial data using MedDRA and WHODrug dictionaries. You will review coded data, contribute to coding plans, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure inspection-ready data.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a healthcare field, 2+ years in medical coding, and familiarity with MedDRA/WHODrug conventions and Medidata Rave Coder. Hybrid work model in Hyderabad.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Nursing or related field.
• At least 2 years of medical coding experience in biotech, pharma, CRO or health-related industry.
• Experience coding clinical data using MedDRA and WHODrug dictionaries.
• Knowledge of MedDRA/WHODrug conventions, hierarchy and coding practices.
• Familiarity with Medidata Rave Coder or similar systems.
• Strong medical terminology knowledge and clinical development understanding.
• Experience supporting study setup, coding docs, queries, and quality reviews.
• Awareness of coding reconciliation between CDM and Drug Safety.
• Understanding of 21 CFR Part 11, ICH-GCP, GDPR and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Code clinical trial data using MedDRA and WHODrug in line with procedures.
• Review auto-coded and manual terms for accuracy and consistency.
• Support coding plans and study setup within coding systems.
• Collaborate with study teams and cross-functional partners on coding needs.
• Test and validate coding configurations and reports.
• Maintain coding documentation and guidelines for each study.
• Support coding reconciliation between CDM and Drug Safety.
• Escalate data quality issues and study risks promptly.
• Assist with database lock activities and inspection readiness.
• Contribute to system/process improvements and AI-assisted coding tools.

Skills

Medical coding

MedDRA

WHODrug

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy/Life Sciences/Nursing

Tools

Medidata Rave Coder

MedDRA dictionary

WHODrug dictionary

Job description

Build our future together:

Regeneron is founded on the belief that the right idea, combined with the right team, can lead to significant transformations. Our growing global network is dedicated to inventing, developing, and commercializing medicines that change lives for people with serious diseases.

We are seeking a Specialist, Medical Coding to join our Clinical Data Management team. In this role, you will support the accurate, consistent, and timely coding of clinical trial data using MedDRA and WHODrug dictionaries. You will work with study teams and cross‑functional partners to review and reconcile coded data, support study milestones, and help deliver high‑quality, inspection‑ready clinical data.

When & where:

Hyderabad (hybrid)

Discover your role:

• Perform medical coding for assigned studies using MedDRA and WHODrug dictionaries in line with company conventions, study requirements, and established procedures.
• Review auto‑coded and manually coded terms to support coding accuracy, consistency, and quality.
• Contribute to Medical Coding Plans and support coding‑related study setup activities within medical coding systems.
• Work with EDC Programmers and study teams to implement coding requirements in clinical systems.
• Assist with testing and validating coding configurations and reports.
• Maintain study‑specific coding documentation and apply relevant coding conventions and guidelines.
• Support coding reconciliation between Clinical Data Management and Drug Safety.
• Collaborate with Clinical Data Managers, Medical Monitors, Clinical Scientists, Drug Safety, Biostatistics, CROs, and other partners to resolve coding issues and queries.
• Identify coding issues, data quality concerns, and study risks, and escalate them when needed.
• Support database lock activities and ensure coding documentation and milestone deliverables are inspection‑ready.
• Participate in the evaluation and improvement of medical coding systems, automation tools, and AI‑assisted coding solutions.
• Contribute to process improvements, training, and knowledge‑sharing activities.

This role requires:

• A bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Nursing, or a related healthcare field.
• At least 2 years of medical coding experience within biotechnology, pharmaceutical, CRO, or a health‑related industry.
• Experience performing clinical data management medical coding using MedDRA and WHODrug dictionaries.
• Working knowledge of MedDRA and WHODrug conventions, hierarchy structures, and coding practices.
• Working knowledge of medical coding systems such as Medidata Rave Coder.
• Strong knowledge of medical and medication terminology within clinical development.
• Experience supporting study setup, coding documentation, coding queries, and coding quality reviews.
• Familiarity with coding reconciliation between Clinical Data Management and Drug Safety.
• An understanding of clinical development processes and cross‑functional interactions.
• Basic knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11, ICH‑GCP, GxP, GDPR, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem‑solving, communication, and attention‑to‑detail skills.
• The ability to manage assigned deliverables, meet study timelines, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams and external partners.

Does this sound like you? We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate. The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits. Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process. If you have any questions, please speak with your recruiter.

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