FSP Manager -R Programming

Phastar; India; Remote; INR 3,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Phastar is an award-winning biometrics and data science CRO. We seek an FSP Manager to lead and mentor a team of programmers, providing hands-on R programming leadership within clinical research and biometrics programs.

The role focuses on client interaction, department-wide R migration initiatives, and strategic account oversight, with strong emphasis on governance, budgets, and growth through effective stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Experience managing and leading client interactions beyond project deliverables, including strategic discussions and relationship management.
• Proven experience driving or supporting department-wide R migration initiatives, including infrastructure setup, package validation, governance, and best practices.
• Experience managing financial aspects of projects or accounts, including budgets, forecasting, revenue, and margin performance.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Customer facing experience and capability - either from study-level operational relationships or commercial interactions is advantageous
• Recruitment process experience is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of programmers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
• Provide technical leadership and hands-on support in R programming projects.
• Support the development and implementation of R-based solutions within clinical research and biometrics programs.
• Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of projects and strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to process improvements, technology adoption, and operational excellence across the function.
• Support business growth through effective stakeholder management and resource planning.

Skills

People management and team leadership

R programming

Client relationship management

Recruitment process experience

Job description

As an FSP Manager, you will be a key member of the FSP team, supporting one of our global pharmaceutical clients. As a primary point of contact between Phastar and the client, you will provide a client-centric service that focuses on satisfying FSP client staffing and account oversight needs. You will need significant hands-on programming experience, particularly with R. The ideal candidate will combine strong people leadership skills with hands-on technical expertise and the ability to engage effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.

This role is full-time and fully-remote. The successful candidate may be based in India.

Responsibilities:

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of programmers, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.

Provide technical leadership and hands-on support in R programming projects.

Support the development and implementation of R-based solutions within clinical research and biometrics programs.

Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of projects and strategic initiatives.

Contribute to process improvements, technology adoption, and operational excellence across the function.

Support business growth through effective stakeholder management and resource planning.

• Demonstrated people management and team leadership experience.
• Experience using R within a biometrics, clinical data science, or CDISC programming environment is preferred.
• Candidates with significant R programming experience in other industries will also be considered.

Qualifications

• Experience managing and leading client interactions beyond project deliverables, including strategic discussions and relationship management.
• Proven experience driving or supporting department-wide R migration initiatives, including infrastructure setup, package validation, governance, and best practices.
• Experience managing financial aspects of projects or accounts, including budgets, forecasting, revenue, and margin performance.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Customer facing experience and capability - either from study-level operational relationships (for example, being a study lead) or commercial interactions is advantageous
• Recruitment process experience is advantageous

About Phastar

Phastar is an award-winning biometrics and data science CRO, trusted by pharma, biotech, and medical device companies worldwide. With a global team of data specialists, we bring expertise, precision, and pace to every trial, because behind every data point is a patient waiting for treatment.

We transform complex data into clear, actionable intelligence, helping accelerate drug development, and bring life-changing therapies to patients faster.

Awards & Recognition

• SCRIP – Best Contract Research Organization, Specialist Provider
• Citeline – 2025 Award Winner
• Fierce CRO Awards – Recognized Industry Leader

Phastar is committed to the principles and practices of equal opportunities and to encourage the establishment of a diverse workforce. It is our policy to employ individuals on the basis of their suitability for the work to be performed and their potential for development, regardless of age, sex, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief. This includes creating a culture that fully reflects our commitment to equal opportunities for all.