Senior Statistical Programmer I

ICON plc; Reading; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ICON plc is seeking a Senior Statistical Programmer I to join their EMEA remote team. The role involves leading programming deliverables, developing analysis datasets, and ensuring high-quality project outcomes in the clinical research environment. With competitive salary packages and a focus on work-life balance, ICON provides a supportive atmosphere for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary packages

Annual bonuses based on performance

Health-related benefits

Competitive retirement plans

Flexible country-specific optional benefits

Qualifications

• 5 years of SAS programming experience.
• Experience in clinical research, preferably in a CRO setting.
• Understanding of data structures (SDTM & ADaM).

Responsibilities

• Develop SAS programs for analysis datasets and safety summary tables.
• Manage programming team deliverables and facilitate client interaction.
• Create analysis dataset specifications to high standards.

Skills

SAS Programming

Client Management

Statistical Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative or scientific discipline

Job description

Senior Statistical Programmer I - EMEA - Remote

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development

At ICON, it's our people that set us apart. Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients' lives.

Our 'Own It' culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organisation: Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity. We want to be the Clinical Research Organisation that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touch-point. In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development.

That's our vision. We're driven by it. And we need talented people who share it.
If you're as driven as we are, join us. You'll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you'll be helping shape an industry.

Overview of the role:

As a Senior SAS Programmer I, you will assist the US or EU Early Phase Statistical Programming teams by developing SAS programs for analysis datasets. Responsibilities will also include: listing and safety summary tables, provide project tracking information to the team, address any validation comments, document programming activities, act as a subject matter expert (SME) within the SAS Programming team, and mentor/train other team members.

• Lead and manage the assigned programming team's deliverables at the study and program level
• Serve in a client-facing capacity that demonstrates the ability to anticipate client needs and implement innovative solutions
• Facilitate flow of information on study budgets and change order management in a timely and efficient manner
• Set-up and maintain the programming and validation log according to the procedures for Planning, Executing, Tracking, and Documentation of Programming and Validation activities
• Liaise effectively with other ICON functions (example: Data Management)
• Create and maintain analysis dataset specifications to a high standard of quality and accuracy

To be successful, you will need:

• Relevant experience with successfully performing the role of SAS/Statistical Programmer
• Experience in the clinical research (preferably in a CRO setting)
• Experience leading studies while managing timelines, resources, and overall quality in a client-facing capacity
• Working knowledge of data structures (SDTM & ADaM)
• Working knowledge of the development and use of standard programs and macros
• SAS Programming Experience - 5 years
• Bachelor's degree (in a quantitative or scientific discipline)

Benefits of Working in ICON:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals - both ours and yours.
We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans - and related benefits such as life assurance - so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you'll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.

ICON is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know through the form below.

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What ICON can offer you:

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family's well-being.
• Life assurance
• Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here.

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless - there's every chance you're exactly what we're looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.

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