Sr Statistical Programmer (NA Only)

Syneos Health, Inc.; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 80,600 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (medical, dental, vision)

Company match 401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible paid time off

Job summary

Syneos Health, Inc. is looking for a Lead Statistical Programmer based in Morrisville, NC. The candidate will develop programming code using SAS, ensuring project deliverables meet quality standards. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

The role offers a competitive salary range of $80,600 to $145,000 along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) match, and flexible paid time off. Candidates must be located in North America to be considered.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree, preferably in a scientific or statistical discipline; equivalent education/experience accepted.
• Extensive programming experience in SAS or other required software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Use SAS to develop programming code for summary tables and datasets.
• Ensure output quality and meet project requirements.
• Perform validation programming and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain project documentation for inspection readiness.
• Act as lead statistical programmer and mentor others.

Skills

SAS programming

Statistical analysis

Communication skills

Documentation

Education

Undergraduate degree in a scientific or statistical discipline

Tools

SAS

Job description

Updated: Today
Location: Morrisville, NC, United States
Job ID:25108972-OTHLOC-1500-2DVA-2DR

Job Responsibilities

• Use SAS or other software to develop custom programming code to generate summary tables, data listings, graphs, and derived datasets as specified in the statistical analysis plan and programming specifications.
• Ensure that outputs meet quality standards and project requirements.
• Perform validation programming and work with other programmers, biostatisticians, and project team members to resolve discrepancies or findings.
• Keep project team members informed of programming progress and issues requiring their attention.
• Follow applicable SOPs, WIs, and relevant regulatory guidelines (e.g., ICH).
• Maintain well‑organized, complete, and up‑to‑date project documentation, testing, and verification/quality control documents and programs to ensure inspection readiness.
• Manage scheduling and time constraints across multiple projects, set goals based on management priorities, and re‑organize daily workload when timelines or priorities change.
• Develop specifications for datasets and outputs of any complexity according to statistical and sponsor requirements, anticipating and addressing potential programming issues, and accurately defining all variables.
• Prepare in advance for internal meetings, contribute ideas, and demonstrate respect for others’ opinions.
• Conduct effective internal meetings (appropriate format, frequency, and attendance), distribute relevant information in advance, ensure minutes are promptly and accurately distributed, and follow action items through to completion.
• Display willingness to work with others and assist with projects and initiatives as necessary.
• Negotiate and establish accurate time estimates for completion of study programming activities with internal team members and statistical programming management, and complete project programming activities within the allotted timeframe.
• Act as the lead statistical programmer, directing the programming activities of other personnel and monitoring progress on deliverables.
• Review project documentation such as Statistical Analysis Plan, mock shells, programming specifications, annotated CRFs, and SAS database design; provide feedback that reduces inefficiencies.
• Participate in sponsor meetings, kickoff meetings, and bid defense meetings as statistical programming representative as required.
• Contribute to mentoring of programming personnel through training courses, presenting training materials, reviewing work, and providing guidance to new associates.
• Perform other work‑related duties as assigned.
• Minimal travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree, preferably in a scientific or statistical discipline; in lieu of a degree, an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated programming experience.
• Extensive programming experience in SAS or other required software, preferably in a clinical trial environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must be located in North America to be considered.

Benefits

The benefits for this position may include a company car or car allowance, health benefits (medical, dental, vision), company match 401(k), eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, eligibility to earn commissions/bonuses based on company and individual performance, and flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. Eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on location. Syneos complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.

Salary Range

$80,600.00 - $145,000.00