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The Senior R Programmer / R Shiny Developer is responsible for developing, validating, and supporting innovative statistical applications and technical solutions that enhance clinical development and statistical programming activities. This role combines expertise in R, R Shiny, SAS, and Python to develop interactive applications, reusable software, automation tools, and data visualization solutions that improve efficiency, quality, and decision-making across the Biostatistics organization.
Working closely with Biostatisticians, Statistical Programmers, Data Management, Clinical Operations, and Information Technology, this individual will help modernize statistical workflows by developing validated software solutions that support clinical trial design, analysis, regulatory submissions, and operational excellence.
- Designs, develops, tests, and maintains interactive R Shiny applications that support clinical trial activities, ensuring they are scalable and performant for large-scale clinical data analysis.
- Creates user-friendly applications for statistical review, data exploration, quality control, and reporting.
- Develops reusable Shiny modules and application frameworks to promote consistency and efficiency.
- Optimizes application performance, scalability, and usability.
- Develops reusable programming utilities using R, SAS, and Python.
- Builds applications that support:
- SDTM and ADaM review
- Dataset comparison
- Metadata review
- TLF review and quality control
- Clinical data visualization
- Statistical reporting
- Develop applications in accordance with GxP, Computer Software Assurance (CSA), and company standards.
- Develops and executes application testing, including unit, integration, and regression testing.
- Provides technical consultation on R programming, R Shiny development, and open-source technologies.
- Develop programs to support project deliverables (i.e. ADaM, TLFs, etc)
- Supports study teams with programming activities on projects.
Skills Required
- Expertise in R programming
- Expertise in R Shiny development
- Experience with SAS programming
- Experience with Python programming
- Experience developing, testing, and maintaining interactive statistical applications
- Knowledge of clinical trial statistical programming and clinical data standards, including SDTM and ADaM
- Experience with application testing, including unit, integration, and regression testing
- Experience working in GxP and Computer Software Assurance environments
What We Do
We’re out to change the course of medical science. Are you ready to rise to the challenge? Premier Research is not about being everything to everyone. Instead, our deep, focused expertise targets the therapeutic areas and indications where today’s biotech and specialty pharma pioneers are doing the most amazing work. We’re 1,500 employees strong and operate in more than 20 countries, delivering unmatched expertise, operational skills, and dedication to meeting customers’ most challenging needs. Join us and meet some of the brightest minds in clinical development today — people who apply their best thinking to every project, recognizing that what they do significantly affects the lives and well-being of customers, patients, physicians, and colleagues. You’ll enjoy great benefits and very flexible working conditions in a company that values your contributions, rewards your achievements, and is committed to helping you reach your full potential. Are you ready to make a real difference and help us transform this exciting industry? Follow our company page for more information about us and the work we do, and check out our current openings for your next career move!
