Principal Statistical Programmer - Remote, Office or Hybrid - UK

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Principal Statistical Programmer to provide programming support across various projects in London. The role offers flexible arrangements and requires strong expertise in SAS programming, clinical trials, and people management. Join a friendly environment focused on personal and professional growth with opportunities for skill development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive management policies

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of industry experience.
• Excellent understanding of clinical drug development and related technologies.
• Experience in mentoring and project management.

Responsibilities

• Review clinical trial documents and author study specifications.
• Oversee programming and data validation tasks.
• Manage client projects, ensuring delivery within budget and timelines.

Skills

SAS

Clinical Trial Management

Data Analysis

Project Management

People Management

Education

BSc, MSc, or PhD in a numerical discipline

Job description

Principal Statistical Programmer - Remote, Office or Hybrid - UK, London (City of London)

Veramed prides itself on providing high-quality statistics and programming consultancy, along with an excellent working environment that supports career growth.

We are seeking a Principal level Statistical Programmer for a permanent role in the UK, offering flexible working arrangements, training, and a competitive package.

The role involves providing programming support across various projects, clients, and therapeutic areas. The Senior or Principal Programmer may also take on supervisory responsibilities, including line and project management.

Key Responsibilities

The following outlines the scope of the role. Tasks 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
• Create, validate, and document SAS programs for datasets, TFLs, and macros, following good programming practices
• Identify data issues and outliers
• Complete and review 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 documents are audit-ready

People Management

• Line management of statisticians, programmers, and technical staff, overseeing performance
• Coach and mentor staff to achieve excellence
• Manage employee development and training
• Onboard new staff effectively
• Provide technical leadership and coaching

Project Management

• Oversee key client projects and portfolios
• Manage project plans, resources, scope, and risks
• Deliver projects within budget
• Manage client expectations and resolve issues

General

• Lead study, project, and team meetings effectively
• Present updates internally and to clients
• Share knowledge within the team and with colleagues
• 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 of industry experience. Additional requirements include understanding of clinical drug development, relevant disease areas, endpoints, and study designs.

What to Expect

• A friendly working environment for personal and professional growth
• Supportive management policies for career development
• A unique CRO culture focused on staff management, projects, and industry relationships
• Opportunities to develop your skills and experience