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Principal Statistical Programmer

Warman O'Brien
Liverpool
4 months ago
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Principal Statistical Programmer - Oncology | Pharma | UK | Home Based |


We are working with a renowned Global Pharma company that, thanks to their ongoing success and rapid growth in the UK, is now offering an incredible opportunity for a Principal Statistical Programmer to join their team. This industry leader provides not just a career, but an inspiring environment where you can truly make an impact while doing meaningful work. Their open and forward-thinking culture sets them apart as a fantastic place to thrive professionally and personally. Now is the perfect time to step into this exciting role, where you’ll have the chance to leave your mark while contributing to a greater good!


What you will be doing:

  • As a Statistical Programmer, you will have an advanced knowledge of Statistical Programming and data structures and capabilities in leading Statistical Programming activities and programming teams.
  • You will apply advanced technical and problem-solving skills to complete programming activities of high complexity and ambiguity that may benefit multiple project teams.
  • Work within Oncology Statistical Programming.
  • Use state-of-the-art methodology and the most innovative approach, generate compelling evidence using clinical trials or real-world data to ensure successful and timely regulatory approval, pricing, reimbursement, and patient access.
  • Produce high-quality, on-time assigned deliverables (such as datasets and tables/listings/figures (TLFs), taking an active role in submission, post-hoc, and/or ad hoc activities.


What you will need:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Mathematics, Statistics, Data science/analytics, or other relevant scientific.
  • Previous Statistical Programming experience within the pharmaceutical industry essential.
  • Excellent knowledge of SAS essential and R or Python. advantageous.
  • Good working knowledge of data structures e.g. CDISC, SDTM, ADaM,
  • Comprehension of clinical data standards (CDISC), TLFs, and submission guidelines
  • Exposure to working with clinical datasets, statistical methodology, and CSR/submission deliverables.
  • Knowledge of study documents such as Protocol, SAP, TLF specs, and data specification.
  • The ability to read, analyse, and communicate large and small amounts of data efficiently including teaching/explaining data-driven results to others.
  • Oncology experience is essential.
  • Right to work in the UK.


What’s in it for you:

  • Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with flexible hours that fit your lifestyle.
  • Be part of an organisation dedicated to creating an inspiring and progressive workplace.
  • Unlock exciting career advancement opportunities with clear pathways for growth.
  • Benefit from a competitive salary, annual bonus, and a car allowance.
  • Fast interview process.
  • Fully home based in the UK.


What to do next:

If this opportunity is of interest, please apply now with your CV as the organisation are looking to arrange interviews for the Principal Statistical Programmer as soon as possible.


Not what you’re looking for?

Please contact Jo Fornaciari on +44 7488 822 859 for a confidential discussion about potential opportunities.

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