Remote Senior SAS Programmer | SDTM/ADaM Lead

WCG Clinical, Inc.; Trenton (NJ); Remote; USD 105,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

WCG Clinical, Inc. is seeking a Senior Statistical Programmer to develop, validate, and document SAS programs for SDTM/ADaM datasets and regulatory submissions.

This role leads programming activities, ensures outputs meet standards, and mentors junior programmers. You will collaborate with statisticians, data managers, and clinical teams, perform QC checks, manage study resources and timelines, and drive process improvements across projects.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Life Sciences, or a related field.
• SAS Certification preferred.
• At least 5 years of SAS programming experience.
• 2 years of macro programming experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical, vaccines, biotech, or medical device industry.
• Phase 1-4 clinical trials experience.
• In depth knowledge of CDISC requirements.
• Understanding of Statistical Analysis Plan programming specifications.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, initiative, and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and document SAS programs for clinical trial datasets (SDTM, ADaM) and outputs (tables, listings, figures) for regulatory submission, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Lead programming activities and manage resources, timelines, and priorities for assigned studies and projects.
• Conduct comprehensive quality control checks and peer code reviews on all programming deliverables.
• Collaborate with statisticians, data managers, and clinical teams to ensure project requirements are met and deliverables are aligned.
• Conduct thorough quality control checks on programs and datasets to ensure precision and dependability.
• Oversee and manage programming activities for studies or projects, handling resource allocation, timelines, and budgets.
• Guide junior programmers, offering mentorship on industry standards and best practices.
• Provide expertise in interpreting and implementing SAP programming specifications and project documentation.
• Troubleshoot programming and data issues, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely, reliable data reporting.
• Coordinate multiple projects concurrently, setting strategic goals and adapting to evolving priorities.
• Foster innovation within the department and contribute to process enhancement initiatives.

Skills

SAS programming

R programming

Macro programming

CDISC knowledge

SAP programming

Phase 1-4 trials

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Statistics

Job description

WCG Clinical, Inc. is seeking a Senior Statistical Programmer to develop, validate, and document SAS programs for SDTM/ADaM datasets and regulatory submissions.

This role leads programming activities, ensures outputs meet standards, and mentors junior programmers. You will collaborate with statisticians, data managers, and clinical teams, perform QC checks, manage study resources and timelines, and drive process improvements across projects.