Sr Stat Programmer

IQVIA; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA is seeking an Associate Principal Statistical Programmer to lead programming activities for clinical trials, ensuring data accuracy and regulatory compliance. The role involves mentoring junior programmers and collaborating across teams to deliver timely, high-quality results.

The candidate will oversee data analysis projects, implement scalable programming solutions, and drive adherence to IQVIA standards and CDISC CDISC guidelines in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics or Computer Science required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in regulated environments.

Responsibilities

• Leads statistical programming activities for multiple projects, ensuring data integrity and accuracy in deliverables.
• Develops and validates datasets and outputs using SAS programming, ensuring CDISC standards such as ADaM and SDTM models.
• Oversees and mentors junior statistical programmers, providing guidance and training.
• Collaborates across departments to align programming tasks with project timelines and objectives.
• Develops and implements programming solutions that support clinical trial data analysis, adhering to regulatory requirements and IQVIA standards.
• Reviews and validates statistical programming work to maintain high quality standards and compliance with guidelines.
• Acts as a liaison between data management, biostatistics, and other departments to ensure seamless integration.
• Participates in strategic planning to advance programming methodologies and efficiencies.
• Contributes to the development of best practices and standard operating procedures for statistical programming.
• Partners with customers and organizational leadership to achieve common objectives as per business requirements.

Skills

SAS programming

CDISC (ADaM/SDTM)

Regulatory knowledge

Mentoring

Team leadership

Data analysis

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Statistics or Computer Science

Master's degree in Statistics or Computer Science

Tools

SAS

Job description

Job Description:

Job Overview

The Associate Principal Statistical Programmer plays a crucial role in our organization, ensuring data accuracy and integrity in statistical programming tasks. Reporting directly to the department manager, this position demands high-level expertise in statistical programming and requires the individual to collaborate across multiple teams to deliver high-quality, timely results. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing data analysis projects, mentoring junior programmers, and implementing programming solutions that support clinical trials. Proficiency in using statistical software tools and a strong understanding of regulatory requirements are essential in this role. The Associate Principal Statistical Programmer is expected to lead initiatives that enhance our processes, contributing significantly to the advancement of our research objectives.

Essential Functions

• Leads statistical programming activities for multiple projects, ensuring data integrity and accuracy in deliverables
• Develops and validates datasets and outputs using SAS programming, ensuring compliance with CDISC standards such as ADaM and SDTM models.
• Oversees and mentors junior statistical programmers, providing guidance and training to enhance their skills and performance.
• Collaborates across departments to align programming tasks with project timelines and objectives, ensuring timely delivery of results
• Develops and implements programming solutions that support clinical trial data analysis, adhering to regulatory requirements and IQVIA standards
• Reviews and validates statistical programming work to maintain high quality standards and compliance with internal and external guidelines
• Acts as a liaison between data management, biostatistics, and other departments to ensure seamless integration of statistical programming activities
• Participates in strategic planning and decision-making processes to advance programming methodologies and efficiencies
• Contributes to the development of best practices and standard operating procedures for statistical programming within the organization
• Partners with customers and organizational leadership to achieve common objectives as per business requirements. Achieve service excellence

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Statistics or Computer Science or related field Req
• Master's Degree Statistics or Computer Science Pref
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data The candidate should effectively oversee statistical programming tasks with accuracy and integrity to ensure data-driven decisions
• Demonstrated analytical skills Must apply high-level analytical skills to support clinical trials and data analysis projects
• Demonstrated problem solving skills Responsibility for implementing programming solutions to resolve complex data issues
• Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills Able to clearly communicate programming solutions and mentor junior programmers effectively
• Builds and manages effective teams Expected to lead initiatives across multiple teams, enhancing processes and contributing to research advancements
• Possesses strong technical aptitude Proficiency in statistical software tools is essential for overseeing data analysis projects
• Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines Required to deliver high-quality and timely results while adhering to regulatory requirements
• Experience in a regulated environment A strong understanding of regulatory requirements is necessary to support clinical trials

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

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

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