Senior Statistical Programmer

Warman O'Brien
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1 year ago
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Senior Statistical Programmer | Independent CRO | Home Based | UK |


Join a fast-growing, independent CRO providing a broad range of expertise-based clinical research services to worldwide pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries


Renowned for its high-quality deliverables, exceptional customer service, and flexibility in meeting clients’ needs this growing organisation offers a flexible, dynamic, and entrepreneurial culture. With ongoing growth and exciting career opportunities, it’s the perfect place to advance your career.


We’re seeking elite Senior Statistical Programmers to join this growing organisation remotely from anywhere in the UK.


What you will be doing:

You’ll lead statistical programming projects, ensuring high-quality, on-time deliverables. This includes developing and validating SDTM and ADaM datasets, performing QC reviews, and ensuring CDISC compliance.


You’ll resolve Pinnacle 21 validation issues, review TLFs for consistency, and contribute to regulatory submissions. You'll also create define.xml files, develop and maintain macros, and perform data integrity checks, while ensuring proper documentation and compliance with SOPs.


What you will need:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Biostatistics or Computer Sciences + Masters or PH.D in Statistics is essential.
  • 6 years’ experience in clinical trial statistical programming.
  • Excellent knowledge of SAS essential with R advantageous.
  • Good working knowledge of data structures e.g. CDISC, SDTM, ADaM,
  • Comprehension of clinical data standards (CDISC), TLFs, and submission guidelines.


What in it for you:

  • The opportunity to be involved in a growing organisation.
  • Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with flexible hours that fit your lifestyle.
  • Fully remote in the UK
  • Generous remuneration package.


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 Statistical Programmers 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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