1480# Director Statistical Programming- Permanent Role

ClinChoice; Mainz; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global full-service CRO is seeking a Director of Statistical Programming to lead impactful strategies in Mainz, Germany. In this role, you will implement comprehensive statistical strategies, oversee a team of programmers, and collaborate with various departments to ensure timely, high-quality analysis for clinical trials. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry and expertise in SAS programming, with a strong ability to work independently and foster client relationships.

Leistungen

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work culture

Qualifikationen

• 15+ years of experience in a pharmaceutical industry, CRO, or clinical research.
• Excellent knowledge of statistical programming in SAS, including Base, macro, STAT, GRAPH, SQL.
• Solid understanding of FDA, EMA, ICH, and global regulations.

Aufgaben

• Implement a comprehensive strategy for statistical analysis and reporting.
• Oversee delivery of analysis datasets, tables, listings, and figures across clinical trials.
• Drive creation and validation of SAS/R programs for clinical data analysis.

Kenntnisse

Statistical programming in SAS

Analytical skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, or Computer Science

Tools

SAS

Python

Jobbeschreibung

1480# Director Statistical Programming- Permanent Role

Mainz, Germany

Are you interested in working directly for a single sponsor while having the security and additional career opportunities that working for a global CRO can bring? Our team says it’s the best of both worlds….

ClinChoice is currently recruiting for a Director of Statistical programming to join our client’s team in a permanent position at Germany—an exciting opportunity to lead impactful statistical strategy in a dynamic environment.

ClinChoice is a global full-service CRO with a strong focus on quality, professional development, and supportive culture. As a client-facing role, we are looking for confident candidates with the ability to work independently whilst establishing a high-trust environment with the client’s counterparts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work alongside with Head of Statistical Programming to implement a comprehensive strategy to maximize efficiency in statistical analysis and reporting that encompasses vendor management, technological innovation, process automation, and adherence to industry standards
• Oversee a team of FSP programmers or vendor CROs to ensure timely, high-quality delivery of analysis datasets, tables, listings, and figures (TLFs) across multiple clinical trials
• Align programming strategies with compound/platform objectives and regulatory requirements (e.g., CDISC standards, FDA/EMA guidelines)
• Drive the creation, review, and validation of SAS/R programs for clinical data analysis, including SDTM/ADaM datasets, efficacy/safety outputs, and integrated summaries
• Ensure adherence to SOPs, regulatory standards, and reproducibility
• Partner with Biostatistics, Clinical Development, Data Management, and Regulatory Affairs to shape clinical study designs, statistical analysis plans (SAPs), and submission strategies to meet project deliverables and timelines for statistical data analysis and reporting
• Represent programming in clinical study team and other key meetings (e.g., protocol reviews, submission readiness)
• Lead the programming contribution to global regulatory submissions (e.g., NDAs, BLAs, MAAs), ensuring compliance with eCTD requirements
• Manage the production of submission-ready datasets, TLFs, and documentation (e.g., define.xml, reviewers’ guides)
• Champion the adoption of advanced analytics, automation tools (e.g., SAS macros, Python), and new technologies (e.g., AI/ML) to enhance programming efficiency
• Develop standardized processes and mentor teams on emerging industry trends (e.g., RWE, decentralized trials)
• Develop and establish efficient processes, innovative solutions, and standards to enhance the delivery of statistical analysis and reporting; this may include optimizing work flow and infrastructure of the statistical programming environment, and also author relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to document and communicate these processes
• Actively participate in continuous improvement activities and processes reengineering to contribute to BioNTech’s global clinical initiatives that enhances its clinical operation, data analysis, and overall efficiency infrastructure of the statistical programming environment.

What you have to offer:

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science or related discipline, advanced degree preferred
• 15+ years (10+ years for advanced degree) experience in a pharmaceutical industry, CRO or another clinical research setting, with a focus on oncology
• Excellent knowledge of statistical programming in SAS including Base, macro, STAT, GRAPH, SQL
• Solid understanding of FDA, EMA, ICH, and global regulations and guidelines
• Solid understanding of industry standards applicable to clinical study data and reporting on clinical trials, including CDISC standards
• Solid understanding of the drug development process from early to late-stage development and submission
• Expertise in the requirements and technology to support electronic submissions
• Strong interpersonal skills in addition to exceptional written and oral communication skills commensurate with the need to work closely with CROs, investigators, consultants, and team members across functions
• Strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

The Application Process

Once you have submitted your CV, you will receive an acknowledgement that we received it. If you have the requirements we need, you will be invited for phone interview as the first step. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we cannot reply to everyone individually if you are not successful.

About ClinChoice

ClinChoice is a global full-service CRO specializing in clinical development and functional solutions for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and consumer health companies. We have over 28 years of proven high-quality delivery and results across all our services, with over 4,000 professionals in more than 20 countries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.

Our Company Ethos

Our mission drives our culture: to contribute to a healthier and safer world by accelerating the development and commercialization of innovative drugs and devices. Our employees are the most valuable company asset and they are the fulcrum around which all ClinChoice activities are built and close management and training is the core instrument to develop and maintain highly-qualified personnel. The continuous training keeps the resources qualified in terms of competence and expertise and gives all personnel the clear tools needed to manage both internal and client processes with the same methodology. The success of these core values is evidenced by our below industry average turnover rates.

ClinChoice is an equal opportunity employer. We have based our success on attracting, developing, and promoting talent guided by diversity and inclusivity. Our employees come from very diverse backgrounds: gender, race, beliefs, and ethnicities. We recognize this is our strength and celebrate it.

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