Senior Statistical Programmer

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

📋 Description

• Create specialized programming code utilizing SAS or alternative software to produce summary tables, data listings, graphs, and derived datasets.

• Ensure that outputs adhere to quality standards and meet project requirements.

• Conduct validation programming and address discrepancies in collaboration with Programmers, Biostatisticians, and project team members.

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, testing, verification, and quality-control records to ensure inspection readiness.

• Oversee scheduling and time management across various projects.

• Develop dataset and output specifications in line with statistical and sponsor requirements.

• Prepare for and facilitate internal meetings, disseminate information and minutes, and ensure action items are completed.

• Establish time estimates and execute study programming tasks within designated timelines.

• Serve as the lead statistical programmer and supervise other programming staff.

• Monitor programming deliverables and review project documentation.

• Participate as the statistical programming representative in sponsor, kickoff, and bid defense meetings.

• Provide mentorship to programming staff through training, work evaluation, feedback, and guidance.

• Transfer deliverables and undertake other assigned responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in a scientific or statistical field; alternatively, an equivalent mix of education and demonstrated programming experience.

• Significant programming experience in SAS or other necessary software, ideally within a clinical trial setting.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.

• Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English.

• Capability to act as the lead statistical programmer and oversee programming efforts.

• Competence in reviewing Statistical Analysis Plans, mock shells, programming specifications, annotated CRFs, and SAS database design.

• Ability to mentor programming staff and offer training and constructive feedback.

• Skill in managing multiple projects and adapting to shifting priorities.

• Some travel may be required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for career development and advancement.

• Supportive and engaged line management.

• Technical and therapeutic area training provided.

• Recognition from peers.

• Comprehensive total rewards program.

• An inclusive workplace culture.