Job Description
Veramed prides itself on two key areas: providing the highest quality statistics and programming consultancy for its clients, and giving its employees an industry-leading working environment with support and training for career growth.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal level Statistical Programmer to join us on a permanent basis in the UK. We can offer home and/or office working, training and support, and a competitive package.
The purpose of the role is to provide programming support to the statistics and programming department across a range of projects, clients, and therapeutic areas. The Senior or Principal Programmer may also perform a supervisory role (e.g., line management and/or project management).
Key Responsibilities
The job tasks listed below outline the scope of the position. The application of these tasks may vary based on current business needs.
Technical
* Perform review of clinical trial documents including protocols, SAPs, CRFs, CSRs
* Author, review, and approve study TFL shells and dataset specifications
* Author, validate, and document SAS programs for datasets, TFLs, and macros, applying good programming practice
* Identify data issues and outliers
* Complete, review, and approve CDISC Validation tool reports
* Identify data and standards issues and resolve or escalate as appropriate
* Maintain proficiency in SAS and awareness of developments
* Maintain study master file documents and other documents required to be audit-ready
People Management
* Line management of statisticians, programmers, and other technical staff. Accountable for overall performance of direct reports
* Provide coaching and mentoring to achieve excellence
* Manage employee career development and ensure appropriate training
* Interview, onboard, and integrate new staff members
* Provide programming technical leadership and coaching
Project Management
* Oversight of key client projects/portfolios, including:
* Being Veramed Project Manager on client accounts and projects
* Maintain the project plan
* Proactively manage resources, scope change, and risks
* Manage project delivery within budget
* Manage client expectations and issue resolution
General
* Lead internal and client study, project, and cross-functional team meetings effectively
* Present study updates internally and to clients
* Share scientific, technical, and practical knowledge within the team
* Ensure full compliance with internal and client policies, procedures, and training
* Build collaborative relationships with internal and client team members
* Share learnings across projects or studies
* Develop and provide internal technical training
* Lead process improvement initiatives
Minimum Qualification Requirements
* BSc, MSc, or PhD in a numerical discipline (or relevant industry experience)
* At least 6 years of relevant industry experience
Other Information/Additional Requirements
* Understanding of clinical drug development process, relevant disease areas, endpoints, and study designs
WHAT TO EXPECT:
* A warm, friendly working environment for personal and professional growth
* Supportive management policy aiding career development
* A unique CRO approach to managing staff, projects, and industry relationships
* The opportunity to own your role and develop your skills and experience
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