Clinical Statistical Programmer
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At ICON, it's our people that set us apart. Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients' lives.
Our 'Own It' culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organisation: Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity. We want to be the Clinical Research Organisation that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touch-point. In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development.
That's our vision. We're driven by it. And we need talented people who share it.
If you're as driven as we are, join us. You'll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you'll be helping shape an industry.
Clinical Statistics Programmer Job Description and Responsibilities:
Job Description:
- Develops and performs quality control on tabulation datasets via SAS programming.
- Liaises with other departments to properly implement data models (eg. SDTM/ADaM).
- Programs tabulation datasets using SAS.
- Serves as a key member of the project team by attending team meetings and working with biostatisticians, data managers and project managers.
- Performs programming using techniques such as macro language, advanced data manipulation, and other procedures within the application.
- Annotates case report forms (aCRFs), and (or) performs quality control on aCRFs.
- Validates data using Pinnacle 21, Interpret the results of the Pinnacle 21 output, and make updates to SDTM to resolve Pinnacle 21 findings.
- Creates Clinical Study Reviewer's Guides to accompany SDTM define.xml files.
- Works closely with team SDTM members daily.
- Supports development of deliverables, such as SDTM datasets, and define.xml files.
You will have need to show strong demonstrable experience in:
- Designing, developing, validating SDTM datasets and SDTM define.xml files.
- Exhibits excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrates a good understanding of tabulation data standards (SDTM) and basic knowledge of analysis data structure standards (ADaM).
- Demonstrates leadership skills in the coordination of programming projects and teams.
- Demonstrates knowledge of computer programming, statistical analysis systems (SAS), and other procedural languages.
We are looking for in the Clinical Statistical Programmer role:
- Bachelors or Master's degree in a quantitative or scientific degree, such as statistics, biostatistics, or related field
- SAS Programming experience - (ideally 3 yrs or more)
- Major experience in the Pharmaceutical/CRO industry
Benefits of Working for ICON:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That's why we've made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals - both ours and yours.
We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans - and related benefits such as life assurance - so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you'll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.
ICON is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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