Principal Statistical Programmer - Remote, Office or Hybrid - UK

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the UK seeks a Principal Statistical Programmer with significant experience in statistics and project management. This position offers flexible working arrangements, engaging in a variety of projects within clinical development. You will play a vital role in mentoring junior staff, ensuring quality of programming outputs, and maintaining high standards of compliance. Excellent training opportunities and a supportive environment for career growth are provided.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for career development

Open-door management policy

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in the statistical programming field.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial processes.
• Experience with data governance and compliance within the pharmaceutical industry.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical trial documents and validate datasets.
• Manage clients' projects and oversee staff development.
• Develop and document SAS programs adhering to good practices.

Skills

SAS programming

Data analysis

Team leadership

Project management

Data validation

Education

BSc, MSc, or PhD in a numerical discipline

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Principal Statistical Programmer - Remote, Office or Hybrid - UK, Bristol

Client: Veramed

Location: Bristol, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

Job Description:

Veramed prides itself on providing high-quality statistics and programming consultancy, along with an industry-leading working environment supporting career growth.

We are seeking a Principal Statistical Programmer for a permanent role in the UK, offering home and/or office working, training, support, and a competitive package.

The role involves providing programming support across various projects, clients, and therapeutic areas, with potential supervisory responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

The following tasks outline the scope of the position, which may vary based on business needs:

Technical

• Review clinical trial documents such as protocols, SAPs, CRFs, and CSRs
• Author, review, and approve study TFL shells and dataset specifications
• Develop, validate, and document SAS programs for datasets, TFLs, and macros, adhering to good programming practices
• Identify data issues and outliers
• Review and approve CDISC Validation reports
• Address data and standards issues appropriately
• Stay updated on emerging standards and their impact on trials
• Maintain proficiency in SAS and stay informed about developments
• Ensure study documentation is audit-ready

People Management

• Line management of statisticians, programmers, and technical staff
• Coach and mentor staff to achieve excellence
• Oversee employee career development and training
• Recruit and onboard new staff effectively
• Provide technical leadership and coaching

Project Management

• Manage client projects and portfolios
• Maintain project plans
• Proactively manage resources, scope, and risks
• Deliver projects within budget
• Manage client expectations and resolve issues

General

• Lead internal and client meetings effectively
• Present study updates internally and externally
• Share knowledge within the team and with colleagues
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures
• Build collaborative relationships with teams
• Share learnings across projects
• Develop and deliver internal technical training

Qualifications include a BSc, MSc, or PhD in a numerical discipline (or equivalent experience), and at least 6 years of relevant industry experience.

Additional Requirements

Understanding of clinical drug development, disease areas, endpoints, and study designs.

What to Expect

• A supportive and friendly work environment
• Open-door management policy for development
• A unique CRO approach to staff and project management
• Opportunities for role ownership and skill development