Stat Programmer 2

IQVIA; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

IQVIA in Bengaluru seeks an experienced Statistical Programmer to develop and maintain programs for statistical tables, figures, and listings, and to plan end-to-end project solutions in collaboration with internal and external clients.

The role covers programming databases, data transfers, and documentation, with opportunities to lead single-study projects, estimate work scope, and guide junior staff while applying Base SAS, SAS/STAT, and SAS Macro languages.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in computer science or related field with 1 year relevant experience
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field with 2 years relevant experience
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Knowledge of statistics, programming and/or clinical drug development process
• Working knowledge of Base SAS, SAS/STAT and SAS Macro Language
• Good organizational, interpersonal, leadership and communication skills
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and projects
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients

Responsibilities

• Program and test: statistical tables, figures and listings; program analysis databases and data transfers for clients
• Program integration of databases from multiple studies or sources
• Develop programming documentation and plans
• Provide advanced technical expertise to clients and teams
• Develop, implement and validate new process technologies, macros and applications
• Fulfill project responsibilities at the level of statistical team lead for single studies
• Estimate scope of work, manage out of scope, budget and resources
• Provide training and guidance to junior staff

Skills

Base SAS

SAS/STAT

SAS Macro Language

Statistics knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in computer science or related field with 1 year relevant experience

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field with 2 years relevant experience

Equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Tools

SAS Suite

Job description

Job Overview

Provide advanced technical expertise to develop and maintain programs to meet internal and external clients’ needs. Plan and lead the development of project-related solutions to the full scope of statistical programming tasks. Provide technical expertise to the Statistical Programming department.

Essential Functions

• Perform and plan: (i) the programming, testing, and documentation of programs for use in creating statistical tables, figures and listing summaries, (ii) the programming of analysis databases (derived datasets) and transfers of data for internal and external clients. May perform and plan the programming of database quality control checks.
• Program the integration of databases from multiple studies or sources.
• Develop programming documentation including plans and specifications, as appropriate.
• Provide advanced technical expertise in conjunction with internal and external clients, and independently bring project solutions to teams and department.
• Perform and plan the development, implementation and validation of new process technologies, macros and applications.
• Fulfill project responsibilities at the level of statistical team lead for single studies, under supervision.
• Understand the Scope of Work, estimate the work completed, and manage Out of Scope for single studies. May manage budget and resource requirements and provide revenue and resource forecasts for single studies. May be required to understand budget and quote assumptions.
• Provide training and guidance to lower level and new staff.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree Computer science or related field and 1 year relevant experience Req Or
• Bachelor’s Degree Computer science or related field and 2 years relevant experience Req
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience Req
• Knowledge of statistics, programming and/or clinical drug development process
• Working knowledge of computing applications such as Base SAS, SAS/STAT and SAS Macro Language
• Good organizational, interpersonal, leadership and communication skills
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and projects
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients

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.