Sr. Statistical Programmer

Jobgether; India; Remote; INR 1,600,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote working opportunities

International collaboration

Training and development

Career progression opportunities

Total rewards and recognition

Job summary

Jobgether, on behalf of a partner company in India, is seeking a Senior Statistical Programmer to transform clinical trial data into accurate statistical outputs. You will develop, validate, and maintain complex statistical programs, collaborating with biostatisticians and project teams to ensure quality and regulatory compliance.

You will lead programming activities, review deliverables, and mentor junior colleagues, contributing to international studies within a science-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a scientific/statistical field.
• Extensive hands-on SAS/STAT programming experience, preferably in clinical trials.
• Experience leading programming activities and mentoring junior team members.
• Familiarity with SAPs, CRFs, mock shells, and programming specifications.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across international teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain SAS programs to generate tables, listings, and figures per SAPs.
• Perform independent validation and quality control of outputs.
• Lead statistical programming activities across projects and coordinate deliverables.
• Create programming specifications for datasets and outputs of varying complexity.
• Mentor junior programmers and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

SAS

Statistical programming

Leadership

Mentoring

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or related field

Tools

SAS

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Sr. Statistical Programmer based in India.

As a Senior Statistical Programmer, you will play a key role in transforming clinical trial data into accurate, meaningful statistical outputs that support medical research and drug development. You will develop, validate, and maintain complex statistical programs to generate tables, listings, figures, and analysis datasets. Working closely with biostatisticians, clinical teams, and other programming professionals, you will ensure the accuracy, quality, and regulatory compliance of clinical study deliverables. You will also take a leadership role in coordinating programming activities, reviewing deliverables, and mentoring junior team members. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to international clinical research projects within a collaborative, science-driven environment. Your expertise will help accelerate the development of innovative treatments and ultimately improve patient outcomes worldwide.

Accountabilities:

• Develop and maintain statistical programming code using SAS or other relevant software to generate summary tables, data listings, graphs, and derived datasets in accordance with Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs) and programming specifications.
• Perform independent validation programming and quality control activities to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of statistical outputs.
• Review and interpret study documentation, including Statistical Analysis Plans, mock shells, annotated Case Report Forms (CRFs), programming specifications, and database designs.
• Lead statistical programming activities across assigned clinical projects, coordinating deliverables, monitoring progress, and ensuring completion within agreed timelines and quality standards.
• Develop programming specifications for datasets and outputs of varying complexity, anticipating technical challenges and establishing efficient programming approaches.
• Maintain accurate, organized, and inspection-ready project documentation, including testing records, verification reports, and quality control documentation.
• Collaborate closely with biostatisticians, fellow programmers, and cross-functional project teams to investigate discrepancies, resolve technical issues, and communicate progress and potential risks.
• Manage competing priorities across multiple projects, negotiate realistic delivery timelines, and adapt workloads to changing project requirements.
• Participate in sponsor meetings, project kickoffs, and bid defense meetings as the statistical programming representative when required.
• Mentor and support junior programming professionals through technical guidance, peer reviews, training sessions, and constructive feedback.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, knowledge sharing, and the development of efficient programming practices while ensuring compliance with applicable SOPs, work instructions, and regulatory guidelines, including ICH requirements.
• Support the successful transfer of project deliverables and perform additional responsibilities as required.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in a scientific, statistical, mathematical, or related discipline. Equivalent combinations of education and relevant professional experience will also be considered.
• Extensive hands-on experience in statistical programming using SAS or other relevant programming software, preferably within clinical trials or the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong knowledge of clinical trial data, statistical programming methodologies, and the development of clinical study outputs.
• Experience developing, validating, and reviewing complex datasets, tables, listings, and figures in accordance with statistical and sponsor requirements.
• Previous experience leading statistical programming activities, coordinating project deliverables, or providing technical guidance to other programmers.
• Familiarity with clinical study documentation, including SAPs, annotated CRFs, mock shells, and programming specifications.
• Good understanding of clinical research quality standards, regulatory requirements, SOPs, and ICH guidelines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting abilities, with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary and international teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects, competing deadlines, and changing priorities.
• Professional fluency in English, including the ability to read, write, speak, and understand technical and project-related documentation.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset, with the ability to mentor colleagues, contribute to team discussions, and independently drive assigned activities to completion.
• Willingness to undertake occasional business travel when required.

Benefits:

• Remote working opportunities, subject to applicable role and location arrangements.
• Opportunities to collaborate with international clinical research and biopharmaceutical teams.
• Access to technical training, therapeutic-area learning, and continuous professional development.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing global life sciences organization.
• Supportive and engaged management, with opportunities for mentoring and professional growth.
• Recognition programs and comprehensive total rewards offerings.
• An inclusive and collaborative working environment that values diverse perspectives and knowledge sharing.
• Exposure to emerging technologies, scientific expertise, and innovative clinical development projects.

The opportunity to contribute to clinical research programs that support the development of important therapies and improve patients' lives.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!