Principal SAS Programmer (FSP at global Oncology Pharma)

Hobson Prior International Ltd; City Of London; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences recruiter is seeking a Principal Statistical Programmer to join their global team. This fully remote role focuses on supporting oncology projects through designing data models and generating statistical reports. Candidates must have an advanced degree in a related field and strong skills in SAS programming. The position involves mentoring junior programmers and ensuring quality in clinical databases.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in clinical data standards (CDISC SDTM and ADaM).
• Strong experience in statistical programming within the life sciences industry.
• Ability to manage project elements and collaborate effectively with teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and create specifications for clinical data models (SDTM and ADaM).
• Develop accurate tables, listings, and figures using SAS programming.
• Generate complete statistical output reports and validate them for accuracy.

Skills

Statistical programming

Data modeling

Mentoring

SAS programming

Quality checks

Education

Advanced degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or related field

Tools

SAS

Job description

Hobson Prior is seeking a Principal Statistical Programmer to join a global team supporting oncology-focused projects. This role involves working on advanced clinical trials (Phase II-III) and contributing to the development of statistical programming outputs. You will play a key role in designing data models, creating statistical reports, and mentoring junior team members.

This is a fully remote position, open to candidates based in the UK, Poland, Spain, Romania, Bulgaria, and Hungary.

Please note that to be considered for this role you must have the right to work in this location.

Responsibilities

• Design and create specifications for clinical data models (SDTM and ADaM).
• Develop accurate tables, listings, and figures using SAS programming.
• Generate complete statistical output reports and validate them for accuracy.
• Create automated SAS macros to streamline validation processes.
• Perform quality checks on clinical databases using SAS tools.
• Document study data following internal guidelines and procedures.
• Provide training and guidance to less experienced programmers.
• Contribute to the improvement of internal processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Key Skills and Requirements

• Advanced degree in Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Proficiency in clinical data standards (CDISC SDTM and ADaM).
• Strong experience in statistical programming within the life sciences industry.
• Ability to manage project elements and collaborate effectively with teams.
• Experience mentoring and training junior colleagues.
• Familiarity with various therapy areas is advantageous.

For more information, please contact Jack Gordon.

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