Senior/Principal Statistical Programmer - Oncology

Overview:

THE COMPANY

Phastar is a multiple award-winning global biometric Contract Research Organization (CRO) that is accredited as an outstanding company to work for by Best Companies. We partner with pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device organizations to provide the expertise and processes to manage and deliver on time, quality biostatistics, programming, data management and data science services. With offices across the UK, US, Germany, Denmark, Kenya, Australia, India, China and Japan, Phastar is the second largest specialized biometrics provider globally, and the largest in the UK.

Our unique approach to data analysis, “The Phastar Discipline”, has led us to build a reputation for outstanding quality. With this as our core focus, we’re looking for talented individuals who share our passion for quality and technical expertise to join our team.

WHY PHASTAR

Accredited as an outstanding company to work for, Phastar is committed to employee engagement, workplace satisfaction and ensuring a healthy work-life balance. We offer flexible working, part-time hours, involvement in developing company-wide initiatives, structured training and development plans, and a truly supportive, fun and friendly environment.

What’s more, when you join our team, Phastar will plant a tree in your honour, as one of our Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives. So, not only would you get your dream job, you’ll also be helping to save the planet!

THE ROLE

Demand for our Functional Service Provision is growing, and we are looking for a Statistical Programmer to join our fantastic FSP team. As a Senior Statistical Programmer, you will hold a technical hands-on programming role, whereas Principal level Programmers will also have responsibility for lead tasks. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a growing CRO that is recognized for its continuous learning and development opportunities, whilst also gaining direct experience of working within a pharmaceutical environment.

• Manipulation of data to produce analysis datasets, including SDTM and ADaM datasets
• Production and review of Tables, Figures and Listings (TFLs) according to statistical analysis plan
• Creation and review of programming specifications and, if required, annotation of case report forms (CRFs) to CDISC standards
• Feeding back data errors to client data management teams
• Assisting internal management team in assessing resourcing needs for successful completion of assigned projects
• Working to industry (CDISC) and client standards
• Working specifically within oncology studies

• BSc, MSc or PhD in Mathematics, Science or IT related discipline
• Experience working within a clinical trials environment (CRO, pharma or academia)
• Previous experience working with SAS
• Previous experience working on oncology studies 
• CDISC (SDTM and ADaM) experience
• Previous experience of leading teams is preferred but not essential
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

APPLY NOW

With the world’s eyes focused on clinical trial data, this is a fantastic time to join an award-winning specialized biometric CRO that is renowned for its technical expertise, outstanding quality and cutting-edge data science techniques. We offer flexible working, part-time hours, structured training and development plans, continuous learning opportunities, and a competitive salary and benefits package. We’re committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance, within a supportive, fun and friendly working environment.

Should you feel that you have the right skill set and motivations for this position, please apply! Please note that we are considering candidates located anywhere in the US or Canada as this role can be carried out remotely.

Phastar is committed to the principles and practices of equal opportunities and to encouraging the establishment of a diverse workforce. It is our policy to employ individuals on the basis of their suitability for the work to be performed and their potential for development, regardless of age, sex, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief. This includes creating a culture that fully reflects our commitment to equal opportunities for all.

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