ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organisations.
With our patients at the centre of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life.
Our people are our greatest strength, are at the core of our culture, and the driving force behind our success. ICON people have a mission to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well.
Location: (home-based OR office-based)
- United States
- Europe
- United Kingdom
Overview of the Role:
To effectively manage and coordinate the statistical programming activities of his/her jurisdiction within the Statistical Programming group to ensure department, program, and study level goals and objectives are consistently met to the highest standard of quality. The Senior Manager, Statistical Programming will manage global/remote teams across multiple geographies in either a matrix or line management setting.
- Ensure statistical programming team deliverables consistently meet study timelines, quality standards and contractual requirements
- Implement effective tracking and reporting to monitor staff workload and optimize staff utilization
- Invest in building long-term relationships with clients through effective communication, project management, and risk management strategies
- Provide extensive technical and managerial leadership, including mentorship and training of direct reports; delegate responsibilities appropriately with the target of continuously developing team capabilities
- Operate in a leadership capacity to assigned process improvement initiatives at a department and/or company level and will coordinate the activities of a cross-functional team
- Participate in the completion of Business Development tasks, including input and review of assigned RFPs/RFls for statistical programming function; represent Statistical Programming services in bid defense meetings, as appropriate.
- Serve as a deputy to the Director/Senior Director, Statistical Programming, including a point of escalation for the Statistical Programming group as needed.
- Travel (approximately 10%) domestic and/or international
To be successful, you will need:
- 10+ years relevant experience of successfully performing the role of a Statistical Programmer
- 3+ years of experience in a Team Lead or Supervisory role
- Demonstrated and proven experience in leading and supervising global programming teams (either in a matrix or line management setting)
- Strong people management and excellent communication skills with demonstrated coaching/mentoring skills
- Highly developed problem solving and organizational skills
- Ability to facilitate team building, conflict resolution, and negotiation to promote productivity and in meeting timelines
- Thorough knowledge of global clinical trial practices, procedures, methodologies and regulatory requirements (e.g., GCP, ICH)
- Extensive knowledge of SAS and basic statistical concepts
- Thorough knowledge of data structures (ADaM), software development life cycle, and their implementation
- Thorough knowledge of the development and use of standard programs and macros
- Bachelor’s degree required (Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related scientific discipline); Master’s degree or PhD preferred
Benefits of Working in ICON:
Our success depends on the knowledge, capabilities and quality of our people. That’s why we are committed to developing our employees in a continuous learning culture – one where we challenge you with engaging work and where every experience adds to your professional development.
At ICON, our focus is to provide you with a comprehensive and competitive total reward package that comprises, not only an excellent level of base pay, but also a wide range of variable pay and recognition programs.
In addition, our best in class employee benefits, supportive policies and wellbeing initiatives are tailored to support you and your family at all stages of your career - both now, and into the future.
ICON, including subsidiaries, 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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