Senior Statistical Programmer

Radiant Systems Inc; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clinical research organization is seeking an experienced R&D Programmer to oversee programming components of clinical trials. Responsibilities include managing programming activities, ensuring quality datasets, and supporting regulatory submissions. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's + 5 years or Master's + 4 years of programming experience and strong proficiency in SAS and CDISC standards. This role is remote with a contract duration of 24 months.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of programming experience in the pharmaceutical or clinical research industry.
• Hands-on experience with SDTM, ADaM, and CDISC standards.
• Strong proficiency in developing and validating clinical datasets.

Responsibilities

• Lead programming activities across multiple clinical projects.
• Provide support for CDISC‑based e‑submissions.
• Develop and validate SAS macros to improve efficiency.

Skills

SAS programming

Statistical analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Statistics, or related discipline

Master’s or PhD in Science, Statistics, or related discipline

Job description

R&D Programmer

📍 Location: Remote | Harlow, UK.

🕓 Duration: 24 Months Contract

R&D Programmer / Senior Statistical Programmer / Principal SAS Programmer / Lead Clinical SAS Programmer / Clinical Programming Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced R&D Programmer (Clinical Programming Manager) to join our global clinical research team. This role is responsible for overseeing the programming components of clinical trials — ensuring the timely, accurate, and compliant delivery of data and analyses that support regulatory submissions and scientific publications.

You’ll lead cross‑functional or outsourced teams, contribute to design and analysis planning, and help standardize programming deliverables across projects to drive quality and efficiency in clinical development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage programming activities across multiple clinical projects, ensuring delivery of high‑quality datasets, tables, listings, and figures (T / L / G).
• Provide strong programming support for CDISC‑based e‑submissions, including SDTM and ADaM dataset development.
• Develop, review, and validate generic SAS macros to improve efficiency and standardization.
• Support the reporting and statistical analysis of clinical trial data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop programming strategies and process improvements.
• Oversee and mentor contingent workers or vendors; provide training as needed.
• Contribute to budget planning and project‑level programming strategy.

Education

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Science, Statistics, Information Technology, or related discipline.

Experience

• Bachelor’s + 5 years or Master’s + 4 years of professional programming experience in the pharmaceutical or clinical research industry.
• Hands‑on experience with SDTM, ADaM, and CDISC standards.
• Strong proficiency in SAS programming, including developing and validating clinical datasets and statistical outputs.
• Understanding of statistical models and efficacy data analysis.
• Knowledge of global drug development regulations and submission requirements.

Core Competencies

• Strategic and analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across global and cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance.
• Proven ability to manage timelines and deliverables in a fast‑paced environment.