Principal Statistical Programmer - Remote, Office or Hybrid - UK

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

Job summary

A leading consultancy in statistics and programming seeks a Principal Statistical Programmer to join their team in Cardiff. This role offers a mix of remote, office, and hybrid working options, requires substantial experience in programming and project management, and supports team development. Engaging responsibilities include overseeing client projects, managing a team, and ensuring compliance with industry standards in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Support and training for career growth

Friendly working environment

Open-door management policy

Qualifications

• At least 6 years in the industry required.
• Experience with clinical drug development and study designs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical trial documents and author study specifications.
• Lead project management and team management tasks.
• Oversee key client projects and ensure adherence to budgets.

Skills

Data Management

Programming

SAS

Project Management

Team Leadership

Education

BSc, MSc, or PhD in a numerical discipline

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

Client: Veramed

Location: Cardiff, 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, and offering 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 offer home and/or office working, training, support, and a competitive package.

The role involves providing programming support across various projects, clients, and therapeutic areas. The Senior or Principal Programmer may also perform supervisory roles such as line or project management.

Key Responsibilities

The following tasks outline the scope of the role, which may vary based on business needs.

Technical

• Review of clinical trial documents including protocols, SAPs, CRFs, and CSRs.
• Author, review, and approve study TFL shells and dataset specifications.
• Author, validate, and document SAS programs for datasets, TFLs, and macros, following good programming practices.
• Identify data issues and outliers.
• Complete, review, and approve CDISC Validation reports.
• Identify and resolve or escalate data and standards issues.
• Maintain awareness of emerging standards and their impact on trials.
• Maintain proficiency in SAS and stay updated on developments.
• Maintain study master file documents for audit readiness.

People Management

• Line management of statisticians, programmers, and technical staff.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and career development for team members.
• Interview, onboard, and integrate new staff.
• Provide technical leadership and coaching.

Project Management

• Oversee key client projects and portfolios.
• Manage project plans, resources, scope, and risks.
• Ensure projects are delivered within budget.
• Manage client expectations and resolve issues.

General

• Lead internal and client meetings effectively.
• Present study updates internally and externally.
• Share scientific, technical, and practical knowledge.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
• Build collaborative relationships with internal and client 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, with at least 6 years in the industry. Additional understanding of clinical drug development, disease areas, endpoints, and study designs is required.

What to Expect:

• A supportive and friendly working environment.
• Open-door management policy for development and growth.
• A unique CRO with innovative staff and project management.
• Opportunities to own your role and develop your skills.