Senior Statistical Programmer - Remote opportunities at IQVIA

JOB DESCRIPTION
IQVIA is looking to appoint statistical programmers to utilize the SAS programming language to develop clinical study report materials according to the objectives of a clinical trial for regulatory submissions. Programming and performing related tasks serving the full spectrum of statistical programming needs in our DS3 environment (home or office based):

Responsibilities:

• Import data from various sources
• Program quality control checks for source data and reporting data issues
• Interpret project level requirements and develop programming specifications
• Write programming code following established Good Programming Practices
• Program SDTM and ADaM datasets
• Program to create statistical analysis tables, listing and figures
• Validate datasets and all statistical outputs per prescribed gate checks
• Communicate with internal and client statisticians and clinical team members to ensure appropriate understanding of requirements and timelines
• Use and promote the use of established standards, SOPs, and standard methodologies
• Export data and clinical study report materials
• Provide training and mentoring to team members and department staff
• You can help us bring clinical trial statistical analysis into the next generation. Award winning and innovative, we will give you access to cutting-edge in-house technology, allowing you to work on global projects across therapeutic areas. Be challenged in a fast-paced team environment that is collaborative in performing biostatistical analyses and advanced statistical programming. Development opportunities and mentoring at all levels enable you to progress your long-term career in the direction you choose.

THE PERSON

• We know that meaningful results require not only the right approach, but also the right people. Candidates should possess a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Mathematics, or Computer Science, and have a strong educational or practical evidence in programming.

Key required skills include:

• 3+ experience in Statistical Programmer role from CRO
• Excellent accuracy, attention to detail, problem solving, organizational as well as interpersonal communication.
• In light of the above, candidates for the roles should exhibit the following skills and competencies:
• Experience in programming in SAS within the CRO/Pharma/Biotech/Healthcare industries
• Knowledge of statistics and exhibit routine and occasionally complex analytical skills
• A focus on quality, accuracy, and completeness of work activities 
• Excellent communication skills
• A good understanding of Good Clinical Practice and ICH guidelines
• Ability to independently lead (or have lead potential) and estimate programming scope of work, handle resource assignments, communicate work status, and work within project timelines for deliverables
• Take initiative and can be counted on to get the job done, with integrity
• Have the self-awareness to recognize when negotiating skills and assistance are needed
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers, and clients