Senior Statistical Analyst

Tata Consultancy Services; Chicago Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual incentive

Comprehensive medical coverage

Family support benefits

Insurance options

Commuter benefits

Training reimbursement

Vacation and sick leave

Legal assistance

401(k) plan

Performance bonus

Job summary

Tata Consultancy Services is seeking professionals in Chicago Ridge for a role focusing on statistical programming using SAS and R. This position involves collaboration with statisticians to ensure compliance with standards and regulations while developing Statistical Programming Plans and validating analyses.

The candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and expertise in statistical methods. The role offers a salary between $120,000 and $140,000 per year along with comprehensive employee benefits including medical coverage and professional growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to develop Statistical Programming Plans.
• Program and validate ADaM data and statistical analyses.
• Generate tables, listings, and figures for reports.
• Develop programming documentation and validation plans.
• Perform quality control on statistical programming deliverables.
• Collaborate for ad-hoc data analyses and visualization.
• Lead development of efficient programming macros and tools.
• Stay updated with industry best practices.
• Lead audits and regulatory submissions compliance.
• Coach and mentor new team members.

Skills

SAS programming

R programming

Statistical software proficiency

Statistical methods and data analysis

CDISC standards

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Computer Science

Job description

Job Description

Required skill sets:

• Proficiency in SAS / R programming languages to program and validate ADaM, TFL, and statistical analyses
• Proficiency in using statistical software and programming tools
• Understanding of statistical methods, data analysis techniques, and clinical research processes
• Advanced knowledge of CDISC standards and therapeutic areas (Oncology, Immunology, Neuroscience, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail and quality focus
• Problem‑solving skills (ability to identify and troubleshoot programming issues)
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to interact professionally with statisticians, study teams, and external partners
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and adapt to changing priorities and deadlines

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with statisticians to develop, review, and approve Statistical Programming Plans (SPP). Implement Statistical Analysis Plans (SAP) and SPP to create ADaM data specifications.
• Program and validate ADaM and statistical analyses using programming languages (e.g., SAS, R), ensuring adherence to established standards and guidelines.
• Generate tables, listings, and figures (TLFs) for clinical study reports, safety reports, and other deliverables, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and maintain programming documentation, such as annotated program code, programming specifications, and validation plans.
• Perform quality‑control checks on statistical programming deliverables to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to programming standards.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support ad‑hoc data analyses, data visualization, and exploratory analyses as needed.
• Lead development and implementation of standard programming macros, utilities, and tools to improve efficiency and consistency in programming tasks.
• Stay updated with industry best practices, regulatory guidelines, and emerging technologies in statistical programming and data analysis.
• Lead planning and execution of statistical programming‑related audits, inspections, and regulatory submissions, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines.
• Collaborate with statisticians and study teams to provide programming support, address data‑related queries, and contribute to study‑related publications.
• Perform assigned tasks in accordance with customer requirements within agreed timelines and quality expectations.
• Escalate unresolved issues appropriately to Team Lead / Project Lead. Track and follow up on all issues raised. Provide timely status updates and proactively highlight risk.
• Coach, mentor, and train new team members and lead the line function as required.

Salary Range

$120,000 – $140,000 per year

TCS Employee Benefits Summary

• Discretionary annual incentive
• Comprehensive medical coverage: medical & health, dental & vision, disability planning & insurance, pet insurance plans
• Family support: maternal & parental leaves
• Insurance options: auto & home insurance, identity theft protection
• Convenience & professional growth: commuter benefits, certification & training reimbursement
• Time off: vacation, time off, sick leave & holidays
• Legal & financial assistance: legal assistance, 401(k) plan, performance bonus, college fund, student loan refinancing

Qualifications

– Bachelor of Computer Science (minimum)