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Principal Statistical Programmer (European Timezone Only)

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Extensive experience in statistical programming, preferably in a clinical or pharmaceutical setting
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as SAS (mandatory), R (optional)
  • Strong understanding of statistical methods and data analysis techniques

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.
  • Provide technical expertise and leadership in the development of statistical programs
  • Collaborate with statisticians and other stakeholders to understand and address their programming needs
  • Acts as the lead statistical programmer. Directs the programming activities of other programming personnel and monitors progress on programming deliverables.

Key facts

Hard skills

Other skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Analytical Skills
  • Communication
  • Social Skills

About the company

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Syneos Health

Contract Research Organizations (CRO)

Syneos Health® is a leading fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization built to accelerate customer success. We translate unique clinical, medical affairs and commercial insights into outcomes to address modern market realities. We bring together a talented team of professionals with a deep understanding of patient and physician behaviors and market dynamics. Together we share insights, use the latest technologies and apply advanced business practices to speed our customers’ delivery of important therapies to patients. Syneos Health supports a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that cares for colleagues, customers, patients, communities and the environment.

Company details

Company typeLarge
IndustryContract Research Organizations (CRO)
Company size10001

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Job description

Principal Statistical Programmer (European Timezone Only)

Syneos Health® is a leading fully-integrated life sciences services organization built to accelerate customer success. We partner with innovators at every point across the drug development and commercialization continuum, helping them navigate complexity, anticipate change and accelerate progress.
 
Our Clinical Solutions team members act with a drug development mindset, applying their years of experience and deep expertise to truly understand customer needs and represent those in the solutions we shape.
 
Whether you join us in a Functional Service Provider partnership or a Full-Service environment, you’ll collaborate with passionate problem solvers, innovating as a team to help our customers achieve their goals. We are agile and driven to deliver – for one another, our customers, and, most importantly, for those in need.
 
Discover what your 25,000 future colleagues already know:
 
Why Syneos Health
• We are passionate about developing our people, through career development and progression; supportive and engaged line management; technical and therapeutic area training; peer recognition and total rewards program.
• We are committed to building an inclusive culture – where you can authentically be yourself. Central to this is our purpose – Driven to Deliver – which captures the passion of our colleagues to show up each day and shape solutions that have the ability to dramatically impact someone’s life. 
• We are continuously building the company we all want to work for and our customers want to work with. Why? Because we know that when we bring together smart colleagues from across the world, we can shape the future of healthcare, driving impact for customers and defining the pace of patient progress. 

Job Responsibilities

  • Temporary assignment for 1.5 years
  • Must be eligible to work with no company provided sponsorship
  • Please submit all resumes in English

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  • 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.
  • Provide technical expertise and leadership in the development of statistical programs
  • Collaborate with statisticians and other stakeholders to understand and address their programming needs
  • Acts as the lead statistical programmer. Directs the programming activities of other programming personnel and monitors progress on programming deliverables.
  • Ensure the accuracy and integrity of data and statistical outputs
  • Troubleshoot and resolve programming issues and challenges
  • Mentor and train junior programmers and other team members
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of programming processes and tools
  • Design and implement efficient programming solutions to meet project requirements
  • Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure high-quality programming deliverables
  • Stay updated with the latest advancements in statistical programming and incorporate relevant techniques into practice

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Extensive experience in statistical programming, preferably in a clinical or pharmaceutical setting
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as SAS (mandatory), R (optional)
  • Strong understanding of statistical methods and data analysis techniques
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Certifications

  • SAS Certified Advanced Programmer for SAS 9 or equivalent certification preferred

Necessary Skills

  • Expertise in statistical programming and data analysis
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as SAS (mandatory), R (optional)
  • Strong understanding data analysis techniques
  • Efficacy programming experience
  • Oncology experience preferred
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Get to know Syneos Health


Over the past 5 years, we have worked with 94% of all Novel FDA Approved Drugs, 95% of EMA Authorized Products and over 200 Studies across 73,000 Sites and 675,000+ Trial patients.

No matter what your role is, you’ll take the initiative and challenge the status quo with us in a highly competitive and ever-changing environment. Learn more about Syneos Health.

http://www.syneoshealth.com

Additional Information


Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive.  The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities. Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education will also be considered so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Job Description.  The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above.   Further, nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract.  Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms.  Any language contained herein is intended to fully comply with all obligations imposed by the legislation of each country in which it operates, including the implementation of the EU Equality Directive, in relation to the recruitment and employment of its employees.  The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job.

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