Principal Statistical Programmer - Remote, Office or Hybrid - UK

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

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the UK is seeking a Principal Statistical Programmer to join their team. This permanent role offers flexibility in working environment and includes responsibilities in programming, project management, and staff supervision. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in the industry and a strong academic background in a numerical discipline, along with a commitment to professional growth and excellence.

Benefits

Supportive and friendly working environment

Open-door management policy

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of industry experience required.
• Understanding of clinical drug development.
• Experience in supervising and managing teams.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Programming support

Data analysis

Project management

Technical leadership

Education

BSc, MSc, or PhD in a numerical discipline

Tools

SAS

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

Client: Veramed

Location: Norwich, UK

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

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 with support and training for career growth.

We are seeking a Principal Statistical Programmer for a permanent role in the UK, offering home and/or office working, 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 have supervisory responsibilities, including line and project management.

Key Responsibilities

The tasks outlined below may vary based on current 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, following good programming practices
• Identify data issues and outliers
• Review and approve CDISC Validation reports
• Resolve data and standards issues or escalate as needed
• Stay informed about emerging standards and their impact on trials
• Maintain proficiency in SAS and stay updated on developments
• Maintain study master files and audit-ready documentation

People Management

• Line management of statisticians, programmers, and technical staff, ensuring performance standards
• Coach and mentor staff to achieve excellence
• Oversee staff onboarding and training
• Provide technical leadership and coaching

Project Management

• Manage client projects and portfolios as Veramed Project Manager
• Maintain project plans
• Manage resources, scope changes, and risks proactively
• Deliver projects within budget
• Manage client expectations and resolve issues

General

• Lead study, project, and team meetings effectively
• Present study updates internally and to clients
• Share scientific and technical knowledge
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures
• Build collaborative relationships internally and with clients
• Share learnings across projects
• Develop and deliver internal technical training

Qualifications:

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

Other Information / Additional Requirements

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

What to Expect:

• A supportive, friendly working environment for personal and professional growth
• Open-door management policy supporting career development
• A unique CRO approach to staff, projects, and industry relationships
• Opportunities to own your role and develop skills and experience