Senior Clinical Programmer (FSP) - UK

Parexel; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in clinical research, Parexel seeks a Senior Clinical Programmer in Sheffield, UK. You will leverage your software skills to manage clinical trial data, ensuring high-quality deliverables and supporting multiple teams in a dynamic environment. Join us for exciting challenges and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience in clinical trials.
• 3+ years in clinical programming using SQL.
• Knowledge of CDISC standards and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Program data review listings, reports, and visualizations for clinical trials.
• Collaborate with teams to understand end-user needs.
• Develop software systems for clinical data processing.

Skills

SQL

Programming

Communication

Relational Databases

ETL

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, statistics, mathematics, or life sciences

Tools

Qlik Sense

SAS

R

Python

Java

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Senior Clinical Programmer (FSP) - UK, Sheffield

Client: Parexel

Location: Sheffield, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 19f77d8f4b57

Job Views: 20

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

When our values align, there's no limit to what we can achieve.

Parexel is seeking a Senior Clinical Programmer in the UK, dedicated to a single sponsor.

This role involves data review and trial management deliverables across all compounds and trials, supporting all functional groups involved.

Working as a Senior Clinical Programmer at Parexel FSP offers long-term job security and growth prospects. We conduct vital clinical studies for leading biotech and pharma companies, with an active pipeline of projects.

Enjoy exciting professional challenges in meaningful studies, balanced with personal life.

Responsibilities

• Program data review listings, exception reports, QTL/KRIs, metrics reports, and visualizations efficiently for clinical trial data management.
• Collaborate with Clinical Data Management and other teams to understand end-user needs.
• Develop software systems and infrastructure for displaying clinical data and metrics reports.
• Document archives of software and deliverables.
• Create Work Instructions, processes, and training documents related to clinical programming.
• Estimate time and resources for projects and record time accurately.

Role-specific Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant fields such as computer science, statistics, mathematics, or life sciences.
• At least 5 years of software development experience in a clinical trial environment using SQL, with 3+ years in clinical programming.
• Proficiency in relational databases, SQL, T-SQL, or ETL.
• Experience with clinical data reporting tools.
• Industry experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or clinical research organizations.
• Experience with eClinical Solutions elluminate platform and Qlik Sense is a plus.
• External data transfer experience, including data integration and liaising with external partners.
• Knowledge of additional programming languages like SAS, R, Python, Java is advantageous.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, respond to ad hoc requests.
• Familiarity with CDISC standards (CDASH, SDTM).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

We value our people and provide a supportive work environment with opportunities for career development and skill enhancement within Parexel.

About Parexel

Parexel supports clinical studies across various therapeutic areas, partnering with a broad client base. We have contributed to trials for many top-selling drugs and niche therapies, impacting patient health worldwide.

Join us as an influential member of our team.