Principal Statistical Programmer
ICON PLC, Can be based anywhere
Principal Statistical Programmer
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ICON PLC, Can be based anywhere
- Full time
- Permanent
- Remote working
Posted 1 week ago, 10 Nov | Get your application in now before you're too late!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 9270912a45b945c58c0933661cbaf241
Full Job Description
- Develop, review, document and perform validation of SAS programs and macros.
- Support the development of data repositories, pooling multiple studies.
- Create standard reports in different output formats.
- Automate programming tasks within the SAS environment.
- Generate programmed QC checks.
- Build utilities in support of other programming tasks.
- Design new tools or review existing tools and improve where needed.
- Develop, validate and document programs for ad-hoc analyses.
- Assess the time needed to develop programs and can at least partially self-manage the work.
- Take responsibility to deliver a support in time in function of stakeholders needs.
- Guide and mentor junior team members.
- Act as a superuser, providing day-to-day support to end-users of our Statistical Computing Environment and our analysis and reporting standards.
- Ensure end-user training and assist with IT-related tasks, such as system upgrades.
- Support technical implementation and adoption of clinical data standards.
- Identifying and addressing the needs of different stakeholders, including Data Management, Statistical Programming, Biostatistics and Medical Writing - providing input for prioritisation.
Bachelors or higher degree in Science, Statistics, Information Technology, Mathematics or equivalent combination of education and related work experience. - Minimum of 10 years of professional experience desired.
- Strong knowledge of CDISC standards and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent knowledge of SAS programming is a must.
- Proficiency in R (package management/validation/development, R Consortium/Pharmaverse)
- Experience in analysing programming issues and providing effective solutions.
- Experience with developing clinical data standards, including SDTM, ADaM and TFL standards creation and processes for quality control of data packages.
- Passionate about programming. Always looking for better solutions, but has a critical view for not overengineering software.
- Ability to demonstrate leadership in development of general purpose tools.
- Creativity, brings ideas to the table and can perform well when given creative freedom.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Knowledge of and experience with CDISC standards is desired.
- Knowledge of ICH-GCP and other applicable legislation, with good understanding of clinical data and pharmaceutical development.
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., As the largest global provider of Functional Service Provision (FSP) with over 90 partnerships and 14,000+ employees, we have deployed FSP solutions across all major functions, from clinical monitoring and project management through data management, statistical programming, and beyond. ICON Strategic Solutions teams are embedded in our clients' businesses, working as a dedicated resource within some of the world's leading Pharmaceutical & Biotech companies. You will play a key role in helping to deliver cutting-edge research, working on novel therapies that deliver real impact. Why choose a career with ICON Strategic Solutions? Meaningful Work: You'll contribute to cutting-edge projects that have a real impact on global healthcare. Your work will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of medicine and improving patient lives. Collaborative Environment: We foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture that thrives on teamwork, diversity, and knowledge sharing. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with industry-leading experts, learning from their experiences and growing both professionally and personally. Innovative Technologies: At ICON Strategic Solutions, we embrace the latest technologies and tools to enhance our capabilities. You'll have access to state-of-the-art software and resources, empowering you to deliver high-quality results efficiently. Career Growth: We value our employees and invest in their professional development. You'll have access to comprehensive training programs, mentorship opportunities, and a clear career progression path. We believe in recognizing and rewarding exceptional performance, providing ample scope for advancement within the organization. Global Reach: Joining ICON Strategic Solutions means being part of a truly global company. With service capabilities in 92 countries, you'll have the chance to collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and gain exposure to projects with a global reach. - Various annual leave entitlements
- A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family's needs
- Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximise savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead
- Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised 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, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others
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: