Principal Statistical Programmer - Remote, Office or Hybrid - UK

ZipRecruiter; Ashton-under-Lyne; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in statistical programming is seeking a Principal Statistical Programmer in the UK. This permanent role offers a blend of home and office working, with responsibilities including programming support, project oversight, and line management. The ideal candidate will possess a BSc, MSc, or PhD in a numerical discipline along with at least 6 years of industry experience. A supportive work environment and career development opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Career development support

Friendly working environment

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Understanding of clinical drug development process and relevant disease areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide programming support across projects and clients.
• Line management of statisticians and technical staff.
• Oversight of key client projects and budget management.

Skills

Programming in SAS

Project management

People management

Clinical trial documentation

Education

BSc, MSc, or PhD in a numerical discipline

Job description

Job Description

Veramed prides itself on two key areas: providing the highest quality statistics and programming consultancy for its clients, and giving its employees an industry-leading working environment with support and training for career growth.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal level Statistical Programmer to join us on a permanent basis in the UK. We can offer home and/or office working, training and support, and a competitive package.

The purpose of the role is to provide programming support to the statistics and programming department across a range of projects, clients, and therapeutic areas. The Senior or Principal Programmer may also perform a supervisory role (e.g., line management and/or project management).

Key Responsibilities

The job tasks listed below outline the scope of the position. The application of these tasks may vary based on current business needs.

Technical

• Perform review of clinical trial documents including protocols, SAPs, CRFs, CSRs
• Author, review, and approve study TFL shells and dataset specifications
• Author, validate, and document SAS programs for datasets, TFLs, and macros, applying good programming practice
• Identify data issues and outliers
• Complete, review, and approve CDISC Validation tool reports
• Identify data and standards issues and resolve or escalate as appropriate
• Maintain proficiency in SAS and awareness of developments
• Maintain study master file documents and any other documents required to be audit-ready

People Management

• Line management of statisticians, programmers, and other technical staff. Accountable for overall performance of direct reports
• Provide coaching and mentoring of staff to achieve excellence. Direct employee career development and ensure line reports receive appropriate training
• Interview and effectively onboard and integrate new staff members
• Provide programming technical leadership and coaching

Project Management

• Oversight of key client projects/portfolios, including being Veramed Project Manager on client accounts
• Maintain the project plan
• Proactive management of resources, scope change, and risks
• Manage the delivery of projects to budget
• Manage client expectations and issue resolution

General

• Lead internal and client study, project, and cross-functional team meetings effectively
• Present study updates internally and at client meetings
• Share scientific, technical, and practical knowledge within the team and with colleagues
• Perform work in full compliance with applicable internal and client policies, procedures, processes, and training
• Build effective collaborative working relationships with internal and client team members
• Ensure learnings are shared across projects or studies
• Develop and provide internal technical training where appropriate
• Lead process improvement initiatives

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• BSc, MSc, or PhD in a numerical discipline (or relevant equivalent industry experience)
• At least 6 years of relevant industry experience

Other Information/Additional Requirements

• Understanding of clinical drug development process, relevant disease areas, endpoints, and study designs

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• A warm, friendly working environment in which to thrive both personally and professionally.
• A supportive, open-door management policy that will aid in your development and provide you with the tools to take your career to the next level.
• A truly unique CRO that’s doing something different when it comes to managing staff, projects, and building relationships in the industry.
• The ability to own your role and develop your skills and experience.