Manager, Statistical Programming

Allergan; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie in South San Francisco is seeking a Manager of Statistical Programming to lead a team of programmers in the early development of new medicines. You will interface with Statistics, Data Sciences, Medical Writing and Regulatory to guide programming efforts and ensure high-quality deliverables.

The role emphasizes SAS programming, ADaM data sets, CDISC standards, and mentoring staff to support regulatory filings and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• MS in Statistics, Computer Science or a related field with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• BS in Statistics, Computer Science or a related field with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Previous experience leading a team of statistical programmers.
• In-depth understanding of SAS programming concepts and techniques related to drug development.
• In-depth understanding of CDISC Standards.
• In-depth understanding of the drug development process, including experience with regulatory filings.
• Ability to communicate clearly both oral and written.
• Ability to effectively represent the Statistical Programming Organization in cross functional teams.
• Ability to accurately estimate effort required for project related programming activities.

Responsibilities

• Leads the statistical programming activities for a compound/indication or therapeutic area in early development.
• Leads a team of statistical programmers and manages the resource planning for assigned staff.
• Ensures timely deliverables, that all quality processes are followed and consistency within the projects.
• Develops and oversees the development of SAS programs for the creation of ADaM data sets following CDISC standards.
• Develops and oversees the development of SAS programs for the creation of Tables, Listings and Figures.
• Ensures consistency of ADaM data sets for individual studies and integrated data.
• Creates documentation for regulatory filings including reviewers guides and data definition documents.
• Leads the development of standard SAS Macros and participates in the development of standard operating procedures.
• Provides oversight and mentoring of assigned Statistical Programmers, Statistical Analysts and Senior Statistical Analysts.

Skills

Team leadership

SAS programming

CDISC standards

Drug development

Communication skills

Education

MS in Statistics/CS or related field

BS in Statistics/CS or related field

Tools

SAS

SAS Macros

CDISC standards

Job description

Company Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

The Manager of Statistical Programming is a strategic role which guides a team of Statistical Programmers in the research and development of new pharmaceutical products. This role is directly responsible for leading the statistical programming activities for a compound/indication or therapeutic area in early development. The Manager of Statistical Programming must effectively interface with Statistics, Data Sciences, Medical Writing, Regulatory Publishing and Clinical Operations.

Responsibilities

• Leads the statistical programming activities for a compound/indication or therapeutic area in early development.
• Leads a team of statistical programmers and manages the resource planning for assigned staff.
• Ensures timely deliverables, that all quality processes are followed and consistency within the projects.
• Develops and oversees the development of SAS programs for the creation of ADaM data sets following CDISC standards.
• Develops and oversees the development of SAS programs for the creation of Tables, Listings and Figures.
• Ensures consistency of ADaM data sets for individual studies and integrated data.
• Creates documentation for regulatory filings including reviewers guides and data definition documents.
• Leads the development of standard SAS Macros and participates in the development of standard operating procedures.
• Provides oversight and mentoring of assigned Statistical Programmers, Statistical Analysts and Senior Statistical Analysts.

Qualifications

• MS in Statistics, Computer Science or a related field with 8+ years of relevant experience. OR BS in Statistics, Computer Science or a related field with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Previous experience leading a team of statistical programmers.
• In-depth understanding of SAS programming concepts and techniques related to drug development.
• In-depth understanding of CDISC Standards.
• In-depth understanding of the drug development process, including experience with regulatory filings.
• Ability to communicate clearly both oral and written.
• Ability to effectively represent the Statistical Programming Organization in cross functional teams.
• Ability to accurately estimate effort required for project related programming activities.

Additional Information

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• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at the timeof thisposting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location,andwemayultimatelypaymore or less than the posted range. This range may bemodifiedin thefuture.

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees.

• This job is eligible toparticipatein our long-term incentiveprograms.

Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.The amount and availability of any bonus,commission,incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employeeremainsin the Company's sole andabsolutediscretion unless anduntil paid andmay bemodifiedat the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law.

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