Senior SAS Programmer I

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.

We have an incredible opportunity for a Sr. SAS Programmer I to join the team at ICON.

Location:

• United States (home-based or office-based)
• Burlington, Canada

Overview of the role:

As a Sr. SAS Programmer I you will assist the US or EU Early Phase statistical programming teams by developing SAS programs for analysis datasets. Listing and safety summary tables; provide project tracking information to the team, address any validation comments, and document programming activities; work on more advanced, complex SAS requirements, across multiple studies, and act as a subject matter expert within the SAS programming team; mentor and help train other team members from juniors to Programmer II.

• Lead and manage the assigned programming team's deliverables at the study and program level
• Serve in a client-facing capacity that demonstrates the ability to anticipate client needs and implement innovative solutions
• Facilitate flow of information on study budgets and change order management in a timely and efficient manner
• Set-up and maintain the PDVD according to the procedures for Planning, Executing, Tracking and Documentation of Programming and Validation activities
• Liaise effectively with other ICON functions (e.g., DM, MW), as required during the life of the project
• Monitor programming activities in terms of added value and controlling costs
• Support Business Development activities, including participation in sponsor calls and meetings
• Create and maintain analysis dataset specifications to a high standard of quality and accuracy

To be successful, you will need:

• Relevant experience of successfully performing the role of Statistical Programmer
• Clinical research industry experience (preferably in a CRO)
• Prior experience leading a programming team to manage timelines, resources, and overall quality in a client-facing capacity
• Working knowledge of data structures (e.g., CDISC SDTM, ADaM)
• Working knowledge of the development and use of standard programs and macros
• SAS programming skills
• Oncology experience is strongly preferred, but not required
• Prior early phase experience is strongly preferred, but not required
• Bachelor's degree (in a quantitative or scientific discipline)

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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