Principal Statistical Programmer

WCG Clinical; United States; Remote; USD 124,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A clinical research organization is seeking a Principal Statistical Programmer to lead biostatistical analysis projects and enhance programming efficiency. You will utilize SAS for clinical studies and mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience. The position is eligible for 100% remote work.

Qualifications

• 5 years of post-baccalaureate statistical analysis experience.
• Experience with regulatory conventions including CDISC.
• Ability to carry out multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Lead biostatistical analysis projects for clinical study research.
• Develop approaches to improve statistical programming efficiency.
• Analyze statistical data and write code using SAS.

Skills

SAS programming

Statistical analysis

Clinical trial experience

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Statistics, or related field

Tools

SAS

CDISC guidelines

Job description

Principal Statistical Programmer

Overview

Position: Principal Statistical Programmer – WCG Clinical, Inc.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and lead biostatistical analysis projects to analyze and interpret statistical data for clinical study research for potential new medicines.
• Develop approaches to improve statistical programming efficiency and product quality.
• Analyze statistical data including writing code using SAS or other statistical software/tools and write detailed analysis plans and descriptions of analyses and findings for research protocols or reports.
• Calculate sample sizes for clinical studies with standard designs and prepare randomization lists, as well as programing analysis datasets.
• Develop and audit statistical macros and serve as programming lead on multiple study projects, including coordinating programming deliverables and interfacing with internal study team and clients, as appropriate.
• Lead the development and documentation of analysis/clinical data set specifications, safety and efficacy analysis programming, as well as any ad-hoc programming requests.
• Perform quality assurance procedures on work performed by others and implement and follow the latest versions of CDISC, FDA guidelines, Good Clinical Practice, and other industry standards.
• Mentor and oversee the statistical programming tasks by more junior staff and lead SAS training sessions for new employees.
• Present the statistical results of clinical trials to senior management and clients.
• Note: Position is eligible for 100% remote work.

Location and Compensation

LOCATION: 5000 Centregreen Way, Suite 200, Cary, NC 27513

SALARY RANGE: $124,800 to $174,800

Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelors (or foreign equivalent) degree in Computer Engineering, Statistics, or related field and 5 years of post-baccalaureate statistical analysis experience, including 5 years in the following:
• 5 years of SAS programming and auditing experience in a clinical trial setting and with regulatory conventions, including CDISC;
• Carrying out multiple projects simultaneously; and
• Implementing SAS programs using statistical procedures.

Location note: Position is eligible for 100% remote work.

WCG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to race, color, national origin or ancestry, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, marital status, family or parental status, disability, genetic information, citizenship, veteran status, or any other legally recognized basis or status protected by federal, state, or local law. WCG complies with the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Act and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We promote a "One WCG" culture where all are welcome, respected, valued, and empowered to make a difference every day to advance clinical research.