Statistical Programmer II

We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet.

Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next.

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Job Description

At Gilead our pursuit of a healthier world for all people has yielded a cure for hepatitis C, revolutionary improvements in HIV treatment and prevention as well as advancements in therapies for viral and inflammatory diseases and certain cancers.

We set and achieve bold ambitions in our fight against the world’s most devastating diseases, united in our commitment to confronting the largest public health challenges of our day and improving the lives of patients for generations to come.

Kite Pharma, a Gilead company, is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of novel cancer immunotherapy products designed to harness the power of a patient’s own immune system to selectively target and kill cancer cells. Our core technology involves the genetic engineering of T cells, or white blood cells, to express either chimeric antigen receptors (CARs) or T cell receptors (TCRs) for the treatment of advanced hematological and solid malignancies. We are on a rapid growth trajectory and have a highly energized and accomplished team.

 Statistical Programming– Analysis Programming: Statistical programmers work collaboratively with internal colleagues and external vendors to ensure the efficient, high-quality production of analysis datasets and statistical outputs for study reports and integrated summaries in support of Gilead’s regulatory, scientific and business objectives.

 Responsibilities:

• Works collaboratively with Clinical Development staff to meet project deliverables and timelines for statistical data analysis and reporting.

• Assesses the quality and consistency of analysis data and performs cross-study analyses.

• Uses internal macros or writes SAS® macros to automate study deliverables.

• Assists in submissions of electronic data (e.g., SAS® data sets) to regulatory agencies.

• Has sufficient understanding to follow an analysis plan and provide programming support for study deliverables

• Assist in the review of GSI Policies, SOPs and other controlled documents

• Provide input to and participate in Programming and Clinical Data Science meetings.

•  Contribute to the continuous improvement of Programming Environment.

•  Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills are required.

• Demonstrates SAS programming proficiency.

•  Generates the production of statistical analysis datasets and outputs (e.g., tables, figures, and listings) for study reports and integrated summaries.

• Has knowledge of clinical trial study design and electronic data submission requirements.

• Assist with study and systems audits, and respond to audit questions and findings

• Collaborates with Biostatisticians, Clinical Data Management, and Clinical Research Scientists on studies and helps define the data set.

Basic Qualifications:

•  Master’s and 2 years of relevant experience

OR

• Bachelor’s and 4 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Biostatistics/Computer Science or equivalent.

• 5+ years of pharmaceutical/CRO experience.

• Prior experience in oncology, hematology, cell therapy strongly preferred.

• Knowledge of long term follow up trial knowledge strongly preferred.

• Hands-on experience in pivotal studies and/or regulatory submissions (NDA, BLA, MAA, etc.).

• In-depth understanding of clinical programming and/or statistical programming processes and standards.

• In-depth understanding of regulatory requirements relevant to statistical programming (e.g. GCP, ICH).

• Extensive experience with statistical programming using the SAS and R software including development and use of SAS Macros, R Packages.

• Experience with development of CDISC standardized ADaM datasets and specifications .

• Advanced knowledge in SDTM domains.

• Proven experience in leading programming activities.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, problem solving, and analytical skills.

• Willing to handle multiple projects and ad-hoc tasks.

 

The salary range for this position is: $107,185.00 - $138,710.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies with a goal of providing rapid, long-term durable response and eliminating the burden of chronic care. The company is focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies designed to empower the immune system's ability to recognize and kill tumors. Kite is based in Santa Monica, CA. For more information on Kite, please visit www.kitepharma.com. Sign up to follow @KitePharma on Twitter at www.twitter.com/kitepharma.
 

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Kite Pharma will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the  legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law.
 

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Kite Pharma provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.

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