Overview
We are seeking a Programming Leader to join our Clinical Programming team. The role will provide project‑level and study‑level leadership and oversight across multiple complex and pivotal studies within our global pipeline.
Responsibilities
* Ensure all project programming activities align with strategic business goals and are completed within established timelines and budgets.
* Establish and communicate clear roles and responsibilities to promote efficiency, transparency and accountability; provide accurate, task‑level resource estimates and maintain data in planning and budgeting tools.
* Take ownership of governance frameworks, identifying risks early, devising mitigation plans and ensuring timely escalation.
* Provide leadership and oversight to programming teams, enforcing rigorous quality control and adherence to standards such as CDISC, GCP and FDA/EMA guidelines.
* Champion the adoption of agile principles, new technologies, tools and methodologies—including risk‑based QC and AI/ML‑enabled automation—to improve programming efficiency, data analysis capabilities and study operations.
* Represent programming in internal and external discussions, articulating complex technical information and strategies to both technical and non‑technical audiences, and influencing project direction and decision‑making with compelling data and insights.
* Collaborate with cross‑functional and global matrix teams to define and document study and project strategies, manage risks, and maintain consistency across multiple complex studies.
* Mentor junior programmers and other study lead programmers by providing guidance and support in technical programming tasks and industry best practices.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications & Skills
* Demonstrated proficiency in at least one programming language and the ability to evaluate and select appropriate tools or languages for specific tasks.
* Extensive experience in statistical programming and clinical programming leadership, including significant experience in CDISC standards and study/project oversight across complex or multiple studies.
* Strong experience working in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry with advanced understanding of clinical trials and therapeutic areas.
* Proven ability to lead discussions on programming strategies, author or advise on key programming and analysis documents, and provide expert advice on complex technical issues and standards implementation.
* Demonstrated ability to articulate complex technical information effectively to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders, maintaining proactive communication to manage expectations, address risks and support faster decision‑making.
* Strong understanding of governance, quality control, data integrity and compliance with regulatory requirements and programming standards.
* Experience leading and developing teams in direct and matrix structures, providing mentorship and driving staff engagement.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
* Experience championing and guiding others in the use of Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) tools or applying these tools to improve efficiency across projects and multiple studies.
* Experience leading cross‑functional and external initiatives and representing programming in internal technical discussions, forums or working groups.
* Experience contributing to departmental strategies and key technical initiatives through working groups or sub‑teams.
* Demonstrated networking and collaboration across departments, divisions and external partners.
* Experience managing multiple squads or teams, ensuring appropriate workload and backlog prioritisation, showcasing squad performance and reliability, and aligning resource planning and talent development with future business needs.
* Expertise in Oncology therapeutic‑area specific requirements such as RECIST1.1.
* Strong expertise in CDISC standards and their application.
* Demonstrated proficiency in R.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and an annual bonus based on company performance.
* Healthcare and wellbeing programmes.
* State‑of‑the‑art pension plan membership.
* Shares and savings programme.
* Hybrid working model with flexibility to balance remote and in‑office work.
Equal Opportunity Employer
GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or any other protected characteristic.
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