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Job Overview
The Principal Stat Programmer plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of statistical programming across various clinical projects. This position demands proficiency in R and SAS programming and familiarity with CDISC standards, particularly ADaM and SDTM models. Key responsibilities include developing and validating complex data sets and outputs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, and providing technical guidance on statistical methodologies and programming best practices. The role also involves mentoring junior programmers and contributing to the continuous improvement of programming workflows and standards, supporting the overall quality deliverables of the statistical programming department.
Essential Functions
• Develops and validates complex datasets and outputs using SAS programming, ensuring compliance with CDISC standards such as ADaM and SDTM models.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to optimize statistical programming processes and enhance overall efficiency and accuracy.
• Provides technical guidance and expertise on statistical methodologies to support clinical trial projects and departments.
• Mentors and guides junior programmers, fostering their growth and development.
• Contributes to the continuous improvement of programming workflows and departmental standards.
• Ensures high-quality deliverables from the statistical programming department by adhering to best practices and established protocols.
• Leads initiatives to enhance programming tools and techniques, driving innovation in statistical programming.
• Partners with leadership to align programming objectives with larger organizational goals.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree Statistics, Computer Science or related field.
• 2 + years working with efficacy analysis (Adam datasets & TLF’s) and/or 4 + years on ADAM statistical programming on clinical trials.
• Hands-on proficiency in R programming language (mandatory).
• Proficiency in SAS programming language.
• Advanced English (both written and spoken - tested during the interview process).
• Native language is required - LATAM: Spanish or Portuguese.
• Ability to lead/manage others. Capably leads and manages programming teams, ensuring adherence to standards and mentoring junior programmers.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information, sensitive project data and internal communications.
• Exercises sound judgment and decision-making in selecting statistical methods and programming techniques.
• Effectively manages time and resources to deliver high-quality programming outputs within tight deadlines.
• Executes projects efficiently, demonstrating strong project management skills to coordinate tasks and resources effectively.
• Demonstrates robust technical aptitude with a deep understanding of SAS programming and CDISC standards.
• Analyses and interprets financial data accurately to make informed decisions in statistical programming.
• Applies effective problem-solving skills to overcome programming challenges and optimize workflows.
• Exhibits strong written and verbal communication skills to document programming methodologies and procedures clearly to facilitate collaboration and improve statistical programming processes with cross-functional teams.
•Inspires and motivates programming teams to align their work with organizational goals and quality standards.
Important: submit your CV in English.
IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com
IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field
- At least 2 years of efficacy analysis experience involving ADaM datasets and tables, listings, and figures, or at least 4 years of ADaM statistical programming experience in clinical trials
- Hands-on proficiency in R programming
- Proficiency in SAS programming
- Advanced English proficiency in written and spoken communication
- Native Spanish or Portuguese language proficiency for LATAM candidates
- Ability to lead and manage programming teams
- Ability to maintain confidential information and sensitive project data
- Sound judgment in selecting statistical methods and programming techniques
- Ability to manage time and resources under tight deadlines
- Strong project management and coordination skills
- Strong understanding of SAS programming and CDISC standards
- Ability to analyze and interpret financial data accurately
- Problem-solving skills for programming challenges and workflow optimization
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- CV submitted in English
IQVIA Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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What We Do
IQVIA (NYSE:IQV) is a leading global provider of advanced analytics, technology solutions, and clinical research services to the life sciences industry. IQVIA creates intelligent connections across all aspects of healthcare through its analytics, transformative technology, big data resources and extensive domain expertise. IQVIA Connected Intelligence™ delivers powerful insights with speed and agility — enabling customers to accelerate the clinical development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments that improve healthcare outcomes for patients. With approximately 70,000 employees, IQVIA conducts operations in more than 100 countries. To learn more, visit www.iqvia.com.
