Lead Clinical SAS Programmer

Fortrea; Milano; Remoto; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading clinical services provider is looking for a Lead Clinical SAS Programmer to assist in developing and implementing solutions for global technical service issues. The candidate should have extensive experience in data management and SAS programming, with responsibilities including leading EDC builds and developing visual analytics dashboards. This is a remote-based role with a need for excellent communication and leadership skills.

Competenze

• 4+ years of relevant work experience; bachelor's degree may be substituted with equivalent experience.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
• Knowledge of clinical trial process, data management, CRF design, and systems applications.

Mansioni

• Assist with leading EDC builds and mentor study team in setting up proprietary software.
• Lead the development of visual analytics dashboards using Spotfire or Tableau.
• Plan, manage, execute, and oversee SDTM programming activities across multiple studies.

Conoscenze

Data management

SAS programming

Medidata RAVE

Spotfire

Tableau

Formazione

University or college degree in life sciences, health sciences, or related subject

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Overview

Lead Clinical SAS Programmer at Fortrea. Assist in the development and implementation of solutions to global technical service issues and concerns regarding EDC, SAS, or other proprietary software, including proactive prevention strategies. Develop and validate Custom/Complex SDTM/SAS datasets, listings, and reports. Efficiently handle external data and reconcile data sets.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Assist with leading EDC builds and mentor study team in setting up Medidata RAVE, Oracle InForm, SAS, or other proprietary software.
• Lead the development of visual analytics dashboards using Spotfire or Tableau.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) and lead multiple projects.
• Develop training programs to ensure staff competency.
• Plan, manage, execute, and oversee SDTM programming activities across multiple studies.
• Co‑ordinate SDTM programmers, provide technical expertise, and make programming decisions at study or project level.
• Develop and validate Custom/Complex Edit‑Check programs, reports, SDTM domains, and manage data reconciliation.
• Perform lead/code review to ensure quality deliverables to clients.
• Meet with Data Managers to discuss technical strategies, contractual obligations, and timelines.
• Provide consultation in database design and development.
• Participate in ongoing review of processes to adapt best practices.
• Provide expert technical guidance to project teams and external/internal clients.
• Assist in maintaining data loading procedures.
• Remain aware of new developments in EDC products, standards, and tools.

Qualifications (Minimum Required)

• University or college degree in life sciences, health sciences, information technology, or related subject.
• 4+ years of relevant work experience; bachelor's degree may be substituted with equivalent experience.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
• Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.

Experience (Minimum Required)

• 6 to 9 years of relevant work experience, including data management and database programming activities.
• Three years experience with Medidata Rave, Oracle InForm, or equivalent, or SAS programming or Spotfire/Tableau.
• Excellent problem‑solving, proactive approach, and sound decision‑making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, mentor staff, and manage multiple competing priorities.
• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of clinical trial process, data management, CRF design, and systems applications.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

Home based role.

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