Principal Statistical Programmer - Remote, Office or Hybrid - UK

JR United Kingdom; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract research organization seeks a Principal Statistical Programmer to provide programming support across diverse projects. This role offers a chance for career growth in a supportive environment, with responsibilities including project management, data analysis, and team leadership.

Benefits

Supportive management

Unique CRO culture

Opportunity to develop skills and experience

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of industry experience required.
• Experience in clinical drug development and understanding of study designs.

Responsibilities

• Provide programming support across various projects.
• Manage client projects and maintain project plans.
• Line management of statisticians and programmers.

Skills

SAS programming

Project management

Data analysis

Education

BSc, MSc, or PhD in a numerical discipline

Job description

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Principal Statistical Programmer - Remote, Office or Hybrid - UK, Greater Manchester

Client: Veramed

Location: UK, Greater Manchester

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 5

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 excellent working environment with support and training for career growth.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Statistical Programmer 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 and therapeutic areas, with potential supervisory responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Technical

• Review clinical trial documents (protocols, SAPs, CRFs, CSRs)
• Author, review, and approve study TFL shells and dataset specifications
• Develop and validate SAS programs for datasets, TFLs, and macros
• Identify data issues and outliers
• Review CDISC Validation reports
• Resolve data and standards issues
• Stay updated on emerging standards
• Maintain SAS proficiency
• Ensure audit-ready documentation

People Management

• Line management of statisticians and programmers
• Coach and mentor staff
• Onboard new staff
• Provide technical leadership

Project Management

• Manage client projects as Project Manager
• Maintain project plans
• Manage resources, scope, risks
• Deliver projects within budget
• Manage client expectations

General

• Lead team meetings
• Present study updates
• Share knowledge
• Ensure compliance with policies
• Build collaborative relationships
• Share learnings
• Provide internal training

Qualifications:

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

Additional Requirements

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

What to Expect:

• A friendly working environment
• Supportive management
• A unique CRO culture
• Opportunity to develop skills and experience