Sr Programmer Analyst II

ThermoFisher Scientific; Manila; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific in Manila seeks a Senior Programmer Analyst to lead bioinformatics programming for research projects, including independent lead programmer responsibilities on moderately complex studies and guidance to junior team members.

The role involves creating, validating, and maintaining SAS programs that transfer data across multiple systems, managing timelines, and contributing to department training and SOPs. Strong English communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• MS/MA or Bachelor's in a related field with relevant experience.
• 5+ years of experience in roles with similar requirements.
• Experience with SAS and data management systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead programmer on selected studies of moderate complexity, coordinating with project leaders and clients.
• Independently create, execute, maintain, and validate programs to transfer data across data management systems using SAS.
• Manage and document assignments to meet timelines and contract obligations.
• Increase knowledge base in programming, technology, clinical trials, and pharmaceutical industry.
• Provide training and guidance to junior team members.
• Provide infrastructure support and contribute to SOPs and training materials.
• Support bidding processes as requested.

Skills

Programming languages

Attention to detail

Problem solving

English communication

Leadership

Relational databases

Mentoring

Biostatistics knowledge

Education

MS/MA in computer science, statistics, biostatistics, mathematics or related field

Bachelor's degree in computer science, statistics, biostatistics, mathematics or related field or equivalent

Tools

SAS

Job description

Work Schedule

Second Shift (Afternoons)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Join Us as a Senior Programmer Analyst - Make an Impact at the Forefront of Innovation

The Senior Programmer Analyst performs advanced bioinformatics programming activities for the statistical and computational considerations of research projects. Additionally, Senior Programmer Analyst works independently in a lead programmer role on select moderately complex studies, or may serve as a study team member under the direction of a lead programmer on more complex studies. The role involves providing training and guidance to junior team members.

What You'll Do:

• Act as the lead programmer on selected studies of moderate complexity, working directly with project team leaders and client representatives to assess and develop project goals and timelines. Assume leadership responsibility as a contributing member of a multi-disciplinary clinical trials project team, communicating actively and frequently with other team members as needed.
• Independently create, execute, maintain, and validate programs that transfer data across multiple data management systems or operating systems, combine data from a variety of sources and structures, generate and store summary data from a variety of sources, generate reports or combine multiple databases and validate programs that generate listings, tables and figures using SAS.
• Manage and document assignments to meet timelines and deliver high quality work, being familiar with any relevant contractual obligations or limits.
• Increase knowledge base and professional skills in areas including programming, technology and techniques, clinical trials, and the pharmaceutical industry.
• Provide training and guidance to junior team members.
• Provide general infrastructure support to the department, including representing the company at industry conferences, presenting/teaching at department meetings, assisting in establishing training materials, and contributing to other general department documents or policies such as the development of departmental working practice documents and SOPs.
• Provide support to the bidding process as requested.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• MS/MA degree in computer science, statistics, biostatistics, mathematics or related field and at least 3 years of experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job requirements, or Bachelor's degree in computer science, statistics, biostatistics, mathematics or related field or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
• At least 5 years of experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job requirements.

Years of experience refers to typical years of related experience needed to gain the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Years of experience are not to be used as the only determining factor in establishing the job class or making employment selection decisions.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Solid understanding of one or more programming languages
• Solid attention to detail
• Comprehensive problem solving and innovative skills
• Solid written and verbal communications skills to effectively interface with teams and clients, including proficiency in the English language
• Capable of independently and effectively organizing and managing multiple assignments with challenging timelines
• Capable of adapting and adjusting to changing priorities
• Demonstrated positive attitude, enthusiasm toward work, and the ability to work well with others
• Demonstrated leadership, initiative and motivation
• Strong understanding of relational data base structure and complex data systems
• Capable of training and mentoring others
• Capable of effectively capturing biostatistical metrics
• Capable of providing quality control review for statistical programming.

Working Conditions and Environment:

• Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.
• Occasional drives to site locations with occasional travel both domestic and international.

Why Join Us?

When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you become part of a global team that values passion, innovation, and a commitment to scientific excellence. You'll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experience- where your contributions truly make a difference.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.