Senior Statistical Programmer (FSP) (South Africa) at PAREXEL

The Principal Statistical Programmer (FSP) will be recognized as a subject matter expert, providing technical support and expert advice to internal and external sponsors, and works independently to support various programing activities related to the analysis and reporting of clinical study data. In addition, the Principal Statistical Programmer can fill the Primary Statistical Programmer role on projects and liaise with sponsors, Data Operations Leads, and other functional areas as required. Furthermore, the Principal Statistical Programmer will monitor quality, timelines, resource allocation, and productivity in relation to budgets.

Skills:

• Proficiency in SAS Proven Lead Statistical Programming experience within related environment (minimum 6 years experience)
• Knowledge of the programming and reporting process
• Knowledge of WSOPs/Guidelines/System Life Cycle methodologies, ICH-GCP and any other applicable local and international regulations such as 21 CFR Part 11 and proven practical application
• Demonstrated application of CRS concepts to achieve best practice and promote continuous improvement Demonstrate ability to learn new systems and function in an evolving technical environment
• Strong leadership ability.
• Ability to successfully work together with a (“virtual”) team (including international teams as required) as well as independently
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, ability to manage competing priorities, and be flexible to change
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Good presentation skills.
• Tenacity to work in an innovative environment.
• Ability to negotiate and influence in order to achieve results.
• Business/Operational skills that include customer focus, commitment to quality management and problem solving. Good business awareness/business development skills (including financial awareness).
• Ability to create, maintain and define strategies to improve the efficiency of running a clinical trial.
• Work effectively in a quality-focused environment.
• Demonstrate commitment to refine quality processes.
• Effective time management in order to meet daily metrics or team objectives
• Show commitment to and perform consistently high quality work

Education

• Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline and/or equivalent work experience

Language Skills

• Competent in written and oral English.
• Excellent communication skills.