About the Role:
The Clinical Programmer (SDTM) is primarily responsible for SDTM programming based on Clinical Protocols, eCRF and Statistical Analysis Plans. The Clinical Programmer (SDTM) may also be responsible for data submission packages to clients and regulators. The Clinical Programmer (SDTM) works collaboratively with the project biostatisticians, Statistical Programmers and other project stakeholders to produce quality SDTM outputs based on the eCRF design, clinical protocol and Statistical Analysis Plan.
Responsibilities:
- SDTM Programming and annotation of SDTM CRF.
- Program and validate data sets from raw data to SDTM data.
- SDTM Quality Control, Double Programming and Peer Review.
- Develop Define.xml datasets, Reviewers Guides, and related regulatory documents required for submission.
- Adhere to company statistical programming standards, conventions, and data standards.
- Ensure that SAS programs are properly documented and traceable.
- SAS data set validation by using pinnacle 21.
- Maintain study documentation, programs and files within project files.
- Maintain timesheets.
- Participate in department meetings
Experience and Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or Quantitative/Analytical fields.
- SDTM Programming
- Clinical Protocols and Statistical Analysis Plans
- Organizational Skills
Experiences:
- Experience in Pharmaceutical industry, CRO or related experience.
- 6 months –2 years of programming experience specifically in SDTM concepts.
- Proficiency in SAS: SAS is widely used for SDTM dataset creation and validation
- Knowledge of CDISC standards: Understanding SDTM, SDTMIG, and controlled terminology is essential
- Programming in R: Tools like allow SDTM dataset creation in R, offering modular and reusable algorithms for automation
- Attention to detail: Ensuring data integrity and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Clinical trial knowledge: Familiarity with study protocols, lab data, and adverse event reporting.
- Certification in SAS is recommended.
Novotech is proud to offer a great workplace. We are committed to being an employer of choice for gender equality and providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. Our team members are passionate about what we do, but we understand work is only one of the things that is important to them. We support our team members with flexible working options, paid parental leave for both parents, flexible leave entitlements, wellness programs and ongoing development programs. We are looking for people who are passionate about working clinical research and biotech, including people who identify as LGBTIQ+, have a disability or have caring responsibilities. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every application. We look forward to talking to you about working at Novotech.
About Us
Novotech is a global full-service clinical Contract Research Organization (CRO).
At Novotech, ambition meets opportunity. As a globally recognized leader in clinical research and scientific advisory services, we are proud to combine our position at the forefront of the industry with an award-winning workplace culture that values ambition, innovation, and growth. Named Employer of Choice, Great Place to Work and Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (EOCGE), we are committed to fostering an environment that reflects the life-changing work we do.
Since 1997, we have expanded our global footprint, now with 30+ offices across Asia-Pacific, the United States, and Europe. This growing network unites professionals from diverse backgrounds and disciplines to advance therapies that improve patient outcomes worldwide.
At Novotech, our employees are at the heart of our success. By offering trust, flexibility, and autonomy through programs like NovoLife, our flexible benefits framework, we empower team members to create an effective work-life balance that delivers professional satisfaction and maximum results for clients.
With access to mentorship opportunities, professional development programs, and a dynamic community, Novotech offers a platform for driven individuals to achieve personal growth while shaping the future of healthcare. Join us to be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your ambition to make a global impact.
At Novotech we have advanced therapeutic and regulatory expertise, the ability to execute across markets and a client-centric service model, so that our clients get a trusted, long-term partner and an accelerated path to bring their life-changing advances to market. This gives our employees the opportunity to develop their careers by joining a diverse and supportive global organization with a collaborative culture, whilst working with clients on the cutting-edge of life sciences.
At Novotech you will work alongside empowered teams with a shared commitment to success.
- Strategic vs transactional mindset.
- Ability to gain insights and make proactive decisions quickly.
- Culture that fosters partnership and collaboration, where every voice is heard and valued.
- Ongoing support from senior stakeholders and leadership team.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or related quantitative field
- SAS programming experience
- SDTM programming experience
- Knowledge of clinical protocols and Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs)
- Experience in pharmaceutical industry, CRO or related environment
- Organizational skills and ability to maintain study documentation and timesheets
What We Do
Novotech is a leading Asia-Pacific biotech specialist CRO and consists of two operating brands, "Novotech" and "PPC". Novotech is a full-service clinical CRO with labs, phase I facilities, and drug development consulting services.
