Principal Statistical Programmer - Remote, Office or Hybrid - UK

ZipRecruiter; Leigh; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clinical research organization in the UK is seeking a Principal Statistical Programmer to provide programming support and manage projects. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in SAS programming and clinical trials, along with strong people management skills. The role offers a competitive package and the flexibility to work from home or the office.

Benefits

Supportive management policy

Opportunities for career development

Warm working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of relevant industry experience.
• Understanding of clinical drug development process.
• Ability to manage teams and projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Perform review of clinical trial documents.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to team members.
• Manage key client projects and ensure delivery within budget.

Skills

SAS programming

Clinical trial document review

Project management

People management

Data analysis

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 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 to achieve excellence
• Manage employee career development and ensure appropriate training
• Interview, 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 and projects
• Maintain the project plan
• Proactively manage resources, scope change, and risks
• Manage project delivery within 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 to clients
• Share scientific, technical, and practical knowledge within the team
• Ensure full compliance with internal and client policies, procedures, and training
• Build collaborative relationships with internal and client team members
• Share learnings across projects or studies
• Develop and provide internal technical training
• Lead process improvement initiatives

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• BSc, MSc, or PhD in a numerical discipline (or relevant 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 for personal and professional growth
• Supportive management policy aiding career development
• A unique CRO approach to managing staff, projects, and industry relationships
• The opportunity to own your role and develop your skills and experience