Principal Statistical Programmer

Warman O'Brien
Liverpool
11 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.


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

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