Programmer Analyst II

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in China.

📋 Description

• Act as the lead programmer, project lead, or oversight lead for various clinical trial projects and drug programs.

• Supervise statistical and bioinformatics programming from the stage of study design through to analysis and reporting.

• Coordinate teams and implement study strategies to enhance process and programming efficiencies.

• Develop and maintain programs for generating statistical reports and validating programs.

• Collaborate with project leaders and client representatives to facilitate meetings, uphold timelines, anticipate resource needs, and ensure compliance with budgets and contractual commitments.

• Plan and contribute to tools and methodologies that enhance process efficiencies, including leading solution-focused teams.

• Represent the department to clients on study-related issues, during bid defenses, and in clinical data submissions or reviews with regulatory bodies.

• Serve as the company project manager on projects limited to biometrics services when necessary.

• Provide infrastructure support through conferences, departmental presentations/teaching, training materials, documents, policies, process enhancements, and departmental initiatives.

• Enhance professional knowledge and skills for both yourself and junior team members in programming, clinical trials, and advancements within the pharmaceutical industry.

• Offer performance feedback on employees to managers for development, evaluations, and training purposes.

• Boost the company’s visibility through articles in industry journals and presentations at conferences.

• Participate in the recruitment process and candidate interviews for the department.

⛳️ Requirements

• MS/MA degree in computer science, statistics, biostatistics, mathematics, or a related field with a minimum of 6 years of experience, or a bachelor’s degree/equivalent relevant academic or vocational qualification with at least 8 years of experience.

• Consideration may be given for equivalency through a combination of relevant education, training, and/or direct experience.

• Proficient in SAS® programming.

• Strong grasp of database structures and complex data architectures.

• Exceptional attention to detail.

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and innovative thinking.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in English.

• Capable of independent organization and adaptability to shifting priorities across multiple tasks.

• Ability to lead and collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

• Positive demeanor and the ability to work harmoniously with others.

• Skilled in coaching and mentoring others through project leadership.

• Solid understanding of clinical trials, ICH statistical and reporting standards, and GCP.

• Comprehensive knowledge of statistical principles relevant to clinical trial design and analysis.

• Familiarity with clinical data submission requirements for regulatory authorities.

• Strong project management skills, including the creation and management of project budgets and risks.

• Ability to interpret and contribute to company policies.

• Commitment to delivery and quality.

• Occasional travel, both domestic and international, may be necessary.

🏝️ Benefits

• Collaborative and developmental opportunities as part of the daily experience.

• Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application/interview process and throughout employment.

• Global team environment.

• Opportunities to represent the company at industry conferences.

• Chances to present or teach at departmental meetings.

• Professional development through training, coaching, and mentoring.

• Opportunity to contribute to publications and conference presentations.