Biostatistical Programming Senior Manager- US Remote

Amgen; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Biostatistical Programming Senior Manager to lead statistical programming efforts for oncology products. In this pivotal role, you will ensure the accuracy of clinical study results and submissions while driving programming strategies that meet industry standards. You will oversee a talented team, manage project timelines, and contribute to process improvements. This dynamic position offers the chance to make a significant impact in the biotechnology field, where your expertise will help develop treatments that serve patients worldwide. Join a collaborative environment that values professional growth and innovation.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits package

Retirement and Savings Plan

Flexible work models

Discretionary annual bonus program

Stock-based long-term incentives

Award-winning time-off plans

Qualifications

• Experience in statistical programming within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong knowledge of SAS and SQL for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead Global Statistical Programming for oncology products.
• Ensure compliance and accuracy in clinical study deliverables.

Skills

Statistical Programming

SAS Graph

SAS STAT

SAS Macro

SQL

R Programming

Project Management

Communication Skills

Education

Doctorate degree

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree

High school diploma / GED

Tools

SAS

R

Job description

Job Description

HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?

If you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. At Amgen, our shared mission—to serve patients—drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve together—researching, manufacturing, and delivering ever-better products that reach over 10 million patients worldwide. It’s time for a career you can be proud of.

Biostatistical Programming Senior Manager

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will ensure all statistical aspects pertaining to clinical activities meet required standards and are statistically accurate. The Biostatistical Programming Senior Manager (Product Lead Programmer) leads a group of Oncology and other therapeutic area products. This Senior Manager will be accountable and responsible for Global Statistical Programming study results and submission activities for the assigned product areas.

1. Accountable and responsible for Global Statistical Programming (GSP) study deliverables and submission activities for a group of Amgen products.
2. Set and drive forward the programming strategies such as functional standards and industry requirements for the assigned product areas globally.
3. Plan and monitor progress of projects and address issues accordingly.
4. Support GSP Functional Service Provider (FSP) relationship and oversight; Ensure the product goals can be met via the FSP staff.
5. Provide GSP product level input to developing and managing resource plans and budgets for GSP.
6. Efficiently and effectively monitor and utilize assigned staff at product level according to priorities.
7. Lead and/or participate in departmental process improvement initiatives and cross-functional working groups.
8. Assist in study and system audits and inspections by internal and external bodies.
9. Develop, review, and implement Policies, SOPs and other controlled documents affecting GSP globally.
10. Provide hands-on support to the assigned product areas as required.
11. Provide coaching and mentoring to staff.
12. Provide input into career development plans for all staff on assigned projects.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Biostatistical Programming Senior Manager we seek is a leader with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree and 2 years of statistical programming in Pharmaceutical industry experience OR Master’s degree and 6 years of statistical programming in Pharmaceutical industry experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of statistical programming in Pharmaceutical industry experience OR Associate’s degree and 10 years of statistical programming in Pharmaceutical industry experience OR High school diploma / GED and 12 years of statistical programming in Pharmaceutical industry experience

Preferred Qualifications:

1. In depth knowledge of SAS Graph, SAS STAT, SAS Macro and SQL
2. Advanced SAS analysis and reporting skills
3. Prior regulatory submission experience
4. Thorough understanding and experience with data quality and compliance checks
5. Experience in software development (e.g., gathering user requirements, creating technical specifications, developing code, creating, and driving test plans).
6. Familiar with R Programming language
7. Statistical programming experience in a clinical development environment
8. Experience working effectively in a globally dispersed team environment with cross-cultural partners
9. Ability to lead and manage programmers in the successful and timely completion of all programming activities for a study or multiple studies from end to end
10. Prior staff development leadership and project management experience
11. Excellent oral and written communication skills
12. Ability to effectively perform complex statistical programming and related tasks

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.

Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities including:

1. Comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
2. A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
3. Stock-based long-term incentives
4. Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns
5. Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible

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Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.