Jobs in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

We are currently seeking a Statistical Programmer I to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Statistical Programmer I at ICON, you will assist in the development and validation of statistical programs to support clinical trial analysis and reporting. Your role will be crucial in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of data analysis, contributing to the success of clinical research projects.

• Assisting in the development, validation, and maintenance of statistical programs (SAS, R, or similar) for data manipulation and analysis in clinical trials.
• Collaborating with senior statistical programmers and biostatisticians to understand project requirements and contribute to statistical analysis plans (SAPs).
• Performing data cleaning and preparation tasks to ensure data integrity and accuracy prior to analysis.
• Participating in the preparation of reports and documentation to support regulatory submissions and clinical study reports.
• Learning and applying industry standards, including ICH/GCP guidelines, to programming tasks to ensure compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree in statistics, mathematics, computer science, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of work experience in a similar position.
• Previous work experience with R programming language.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively with team members.
• Familiarity with clinical trials and data management processes is an advantage but not required.

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well‑being and work‑life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

• Various annual leave entitlements
• A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24‑hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well‑being.
• Life assurance
• Flexible country‑specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here.

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.

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