Senior Statistical 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.

In this role you will  create, validate, execute and generate statistical programs consisting of listings, safety and efficacy outputs (analysis datasets, tables, figures).  In accordance with documented procedures and project specific timelines, to generate accurate,  complete and consistent outputs. In addition, the Statistical Programmer II may create project or departmental level macros, programming specifications/mock-ups and support other project activities, as required.

What you will be doing:

• Recognize, exemplify and adhere to ICON's values which centre around our commitment to People, Clients and Performance.

• As a member of staff, the employee is expected to embrace and contribute to our culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes adding value to our business and meeting client needs. 

• Travel (approximately 0%) domestic and/or international.
• Read, ensure understanding and adhere to all assigned ICON and sponsor SOPs and working procedures.

• Record all billable and non-billable time accurately into the appropriate time management system.
• Complete all assigned mandatory ICON/DOCS and sponsor training.
• Adhere to programming specifications and study specific requirements, including completion and filing of required documentation.

• Plan, organize and prioritize workload to ensure effective time management and adherence to project specific timelines.

• Efficient use of SAS, and adherence to SAS programming guidelines.
• Create listing and safety outputs (analysis datasets, tables, figures) to a high standard of quality and accuracy.

• Validate listing and safety outputs (analysis datasets, tables, figures) per departmental procedures.
• Create efficacy outputs (analysis datasets, tables, figures) to a high standard of quality and accuracy.
• Create, document and validate macros at the table, listing and figure level.
• Trouble-shoot and resolve programming issues in a timely and efficient manner. 
• Perform the following tasks per project specific timelines under supervision, as deemed appropriate to level
• Validate efficacy outputs (analysis datasets, tables, figures) per departmental procedures.
• Create complex programs (such as project or departmental macros) to a high standard of quality and accuracy. 

• Create analysis dataset specifications and tables, figures and listing mock-ups. 
• Set-up standard programming directories and start-up utilities.

You are:

A strong communicator with a proactive nature and a willingness to work as part of a team!

Here at ICON we want our employees to succeed and ensure that they are set up for this success through constant training, development and support.

To enable success in this position you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree, in a quantitative or scientific discipline, or local equivalent.
• A minimum of 5 years relevant experience in SAS programming, preferably in the clinical research industry. 
•  Prior relevant experience in SAS programming, preferably in the clinical research industry.
• Ability to perform assigned tasks under minimal supervision, as deemed appropriate to level.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and timelines.
• Ability to liaise professionally with team members.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team environment.
• Strong problem solving and organizational skills, attention to detail, verbal a communications skills. 
• Understanding of global clinical trial practices, procedures, methodologies and requirements (e.g., GCP, ICH).
• Familiarity with the types of risks associated with a study and the impact on key parameters, such as study timelines.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new applications and techniques.
• Good working knowledge of statistics and statistical software packages, including SAS.
• Good working knowledge of statistical concepts.
• Good working knowledge of data structures (e.g., CDISC SDTM, ADaM), software development lifecycle and their implementation.
• Good working knowledge of the development and use of standard programs and macros.

Why 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.

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, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values.   We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON 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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