Clinical Coder II/ Medical Coder Specialist (Sponsor Dedicated/US Based; Remote)

Syneos Health, Inc.; Morrisville (NC); Remote; USD 56,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Syneos Health, a leading biopharmaceutical solutions organization, is seeking a Clinical Coder II to support global clinical trials. In this remote role, you will apply your expertise in medical coding to ensure data accuracy and compliance, playing a vital part in innovative drug development.

Benefits

Health benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k company match

Flexible paid time off (PTO)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of industry experience in clinical research.
• Experience with MedDRA and WHODrug is preferred.
• Familiarity with clinical databases required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate coding of clinical trial data.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver regulatory-ready datasets.
• Conduct quality checks and manage coding queries.

Skills

Medical terminology

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health science or life sciences

Tools

Medidata RAVE Coder

TMS

Veeva

Job description

Clinical Coder II/ Medical Coder Specialist (Sponsor Dedicated/US Based; Remote)

Updated: June 12, 2025
Location: Morrisville
Job ID:25000290

Description

Clinical Coder II/ Medical Coder Specialist (Sponsor Dedicated/US Based; Remote)

Syneos Health is a leading fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization built to accelerate customer success. We translate unique clinical, medical affairs and commercial insights into outcomes to address modern market realities.

Our Clinical Development model brings the customer and the patient to the center of everything that we do. We are continuously looking for ways to simplify and streamline our work to not only make Syneos Health easier to work with, but to make us easier to work for.

Whether you join us in a Functional Service Provider partnership or a Full-Service environment, you’ll collaborate with passionate problem solvers, innovating as a team to help our customers achieve their goals. We are agile and driven to accelerate the delivery of therapies, because we are passionate to change lives.

Discover what our 29,000 employees, across 110 countries already know:

WORK HERE MATTERS EVERYWHERE

Why Syneos Health

• We are passionate about developing our people, through career development and progression; supportive and engaged line management; technical and therapeutic area training; peer recognition and total rewards program.
• We are committed to our Total Self culture – where you can authentically be yourself. Our Total Self culture is what unites us globally, and we are dedicated to taking care of our people.
• We are continuously building the company we all want to work for and our customers want to work with. Why? Because when we bring together diversity of thoughts, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives – we’re able to create a place where everyone feels like they belong.

Job Responsibilities

Drive Data Quality. Power Global Research. Make a Measurable Impact.

Are you a clinical coding specialist ready to elevate your impact on global clinical trials? Join our sponsor-dedicated team as a Clinical Coder II, where your expertise in medical terminology and coding will directly influence the quality, integrity, and success of innovative drug development.

This is more than a coding role—it’s your opportunity to be a vital link between clinical insights and regulatory clarity. If you thrive on precision, collaboration, and seeing your work translate into real-world health solutions, this remote, full-time position was made for you.

What You’ll Do:

As a Clinical Coder II, you’ll ensure accurate, consistent, and compliant coding of clinical trial data across global studies. You’ll collaborate with data managers, medical monitors, and cross-functional teams to deliver clean, regulatory-ready datasets that help move life-saving therapies forward.

• Apply industry-standard coding (MedDRA, WHODrug) to adverse events, medical history, and medications across multiple studies.
• Conduct quality checks (QCs) and data consistency reviews using tools like Medidata RAVE Coder, TMS, and Veeva.
• Generate and resolve coding queries for ambiguous data and unclear terminology.
• Support study start-up activities, including dictionary configuration, UAT testing, and coding specifications development.
• Partner with global stakeholders—data management, clinical, and medical—to ensure timely, high-quality coding delivery across trials.
• Participate in serious adverse event (SAE) reconciliation, data transfers, and regulatory documentation reviews.
• Help onboard and train new team members and contribute to the development of best practices and SOPs.

What You Bring:

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in health science or life sciences preferred. Equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum 2+ years of industry experience in clinical research, pharmacovigilance, or data management with at least 1–2 years focused on medical coding.
• Experience with MedDRA and WHODrug is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with clinical databases and tools such as Medidata RAVE, Inform Central Coding, and Thesaurus Management System (TMS).
• Working knowledge of coding tools such as Medidata RAVE Coder, TMS, Veeva, or similar platforms is required.

Core Skills

• In-depth knowledge of medical terminology and clinical trial processes.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, matrixed environments.
• Familiarity with query management, SAE reconciliation, and listings review.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and comfortable working in remote, tech-enabled environments.

Who You Are:

• A clinical coding professional who finds joy in precision and excellence.
• A collaborator who communicates clearly and works well across functions and cultures.
• A critical thinker who doesn’t just follow processes—but improves them.
• A proactive problem-solver who flags inconsistencies early and offers smart solutions.
• A lifelong learner excited to stay current on regulatory changes and coding innovations.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Be sponsor-dedicated: Work hand-in-hand with global biopharma leaders on impactful studies across therapeutic areas, including Oncology and rare diseases.
• Grow with purpose: Your career development is a priority—get exposure to complex trials, cross-functional teams, and continuous learning.
• Thrive remotely: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home with the support of a collaborative, engaged global team.

Our Culture:

• Empowerment Culture: We trust our team to take ownership and make decisions, offering support when needed.
• Transparent Communication: Regular check-ins, open-door policies, and clear expectations help us stay aligned and connected.
• People-First Leadership: Managers are here to serve the team, remove roadblocks, and help you succeed.

Ready to bring accuracy and integrity to the forefront of clinical research?
Join us as a Clinical Coder II and be the expert behind the data that drives decisions and changes lives.

Apply now to make your mark in global clinical development.

At Syneos Health, we believe in providing an environment and culture in which Our People can thrive, develop and advance. We reward and recognize our people by providing valuable benefits and a quality-of-life balance. The benefits for this position may include a company car or car allowance, Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, Company match 401k, eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance, and flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. Because certain states and municipalities have regulated paid sick time requirements, eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work. Syneos complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.

Salary Range:

$56,400.00 - $95,900.00

The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the Syneos Health range for this position. Actual salary will vary based on various factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.

Get to know Syneos Health

Over the past 5 years, we have worked with 94% of all Novel FDA Approved Drugs, 95% of EMA Authorized Products and over 200 Studies across 73,000 Sites and 675,000+ Trial patients.

No matter what your role is, you’ll take the initiative and challenge the status quo with us in a highly competitive and ever-changing environment. Learn more about Syneos Health.

http://www.syneoshealth.com

Additional Information

Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive. The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities. Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education will also be considered so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Job Description. The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above. Further, nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract. Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms. Any language contained herein is intended to fully comply with all obligations imposed by the legislation of each country in which it operates, including the implementation of the EU Equality Directive, in relation to the recruitment and employment of its employees. The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job.

Summary

This position is responsible for encoding terms reported as adverse events and medical history as well as prior and concomitant medications using industry accepted dictionaries such as MedDRA and WHOdrug.

At Syneos Health, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If your pastexperience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. At times, we take intoconsideration transferrable skills from previous roles. We also encourage you to join our Talent Network to stay connected to additional career opportunities.

Discover what our 29,000 employees already know: work here matters everywhere. We work hard,and smart, all in the name of getting much-needed therapies to thosewho need them most. A career with Syneos Health means your everyday work improvespatients’ lives around the world. Selecting us as an employer secures a career inwhich you’re guaranteed to:

Syneos Health (Nasdaq: SYNH) is a leading integrated biopharmaceutical solutionsorganization built to accelerate customer success. We translate unique clinical,medical affairs and commercial insights into outcomes to address modern marketrealities. Together we share insights, use the latest technologies and applyadvanced business practices to speed our customers’ delivery of importanttherapies to patients. We support a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.

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