Statistical Programming (R Programming - Homebased)

IQVIA; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global clinical research provider is seeking an experienced statistical programmer with strong R programming skills for clinical trial analysis. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, including developing and validating R packages, and a solid understanding of clinical trials phases. This role offers an opportunity to lead implementations and train team members while ensuring the quality and accuracy of clinical data.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in R programming for clinical trial data.
• Strong programming skills in R/R Shiny.
• Proven experience with statistical analysis using R.

Responsibilities

• Develop internal and external R packages for clinical trial analysis.
• Validate R packages and lead implementation in R.
• Collaborate with peers to ensure data quality for clinical trials.

Skills

R programming

Data visualization

Data wrangling

R Shiny

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop internal and external R packages for clinical trial analysis (ADaM, tables, figures, listings).
• Validate R packages.
• Lead implementation in R and train other Biostatistics team members.
• Conduct statistical programming work of clinical data using R.
• Identify problems and develop global tools that increase the efficiency and capacity of the Statistical Programming group.
• Create and/or validate all safety and efficacy study output requirements (e.g. ADaM, TLFs) consistent with data definitions and specifications and relevant study documentation (e.g. protocol, SAP, aCRF).
• Collaborate with peers and statisticians to ensure the quality and accuracy – thus submission readiness – of clinical data as required by authorities (i.e. SDTM, ADaM, tables, figures, listings, define.xml).

Experience and Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in R programming for clinical trial data including developing and validating R packages from CRO or Pharmaceutical Industry.
• Strong programming skills in R/R Shiny.
• Proven experience in applying R and R-Shiny for the analysis and reporting of clinical trials. Ability to reproduce statistical analysis using R.
• Strong skills in data visualization and data wrangling using R. Proficiency in using R packages for data exploration and visualization.
• Application of statistical methodology and concepts in clinical trial analysis. Experience with R-Shiny apps for data exploration.
• Advanced knowledge of industry standards including CDISC data structures as well as a solid understanding of the development and use of standard programs.
• In-depth understanding of the phases of clinical trials and the drug development process.
• Exposure to Late Phase & Real-World Evidence (RWE) studies is highly desirable.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com