statistical analyst Reading, England
Job description
Principal Statistical Programmer
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organizations.
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 are expanding our global Biostatistics and Programming team across Europe and are currently looking for experienced people to join this successful and evolving group, which forms part of a brand new operational center of excellence; ICON Operational Delivery (IOD).
We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Statistical Programmer to join this thriving team.
Overview of the Role:
As a Principal Statistical Programmer, you will partner with a wide range of clients to lead Phase II & III studies, program statistical analyses/reports, analyze datasets, tables, figures (or graphs), listings (TFLs), with an emphasis on CDISC ADaM programming.
Our team works remotely across multiple countries which provides the flexibility to adjust your schedule as needed. With much collaboration across regions, we still have that small company feel but are backed by a multinational corporation that is 40,000 strong.
Key responsibilities:
- Create, validate, execute, and generate statistical programs consisting of listings, safety and efficacy outputs (analysis datasets, tables, figures)
- Create, review, and finalize analysis dataset specifications
- Create, use, and modify project or department level macros
- Lead team(s) to produce high quality SAS programming outputs for all deliverables
- Serve as a mentor and help to train junior staff
- Provide analysis programming (ADaM/TLF) and ADaM specification development and support for or with your team
To be successful, you will need:
- 10+ years of experience successfully performing the role of Statistical Programmer, in the clinical research industry
- Experience leading Phase II and/or Phase III studies
- Experience creating and validating analysis datasets (CDISC ADaM standard preferred), and Tables, Listings, and Figures (TLF)
- Strong SAS programming experience
- Pinnacle 21 experience is strongly preferred
- Professional leadership skills coupled with exceptional communication skills
- Bachelor’s degree required (Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related scientific discipline); Master’s degree or PhD preferred
Benefits:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals – both ours and yours.
We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans – and related benefits such as life assurance – so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you’ll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.
ICON 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.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know
