Statistical Programmer

IQVIA ,
Reading, Berkshire
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IQVIA is the leading human data science company focused on helping healthcare clients find unparalleled insights and better solutions for patients. Formed through the merger of IMS Health and Quintiles, IQVIA offers a broad range of solutions that harness the power of healthcare data, domain expertise, transformative technology, and advanced analytics to drive healthcare forward. **PURPOSE OF THE ROLE** is to provide advanced technical expertise to develop and maintain programs to meet internal and external clients' needs. Plan and lead the development of project-related solutions to the full scope of statistical programming tasks. Provide technical expertise to the Statistical Programming department. + Perform, plan co-ordinate and implement the following for complex studies: (i) the programming, testing, and documentation of statistical programs for use in crafting statistical tables, figures, and listing and (ii) the programming of analysis datasets (derived datasets) and transfer files for internal and external clients and (iii) the programming quality control checks for the source data and report the data issues periodically.. + Ability to interpret project level requirements and develop programming specifications, as appropriate, for multiple studies. + Provide advanced technical expertise in conjunction with clients, and independently bring project solutions to Statistical Programming teams and department, for complex studies. + Fulfill project responsibilities at the level of technical team lead for single complex studies or group of studies. + Directly communicate with internal and client statisticians and clinical team members to ensure appropriate understanding of requirements and project timelines. + Estimate programming scope of work, handle resource assignments, communicate project status and negotiate/re-negotiate project timelines for deliverables. + Use and promote the use of established standards, SOP and standard methodologies + Provide training and mentoring to SP team members and department staff. All responsibilities are important job functions unless noted as nonessential (N). **TO MEET OUR NEEDS, YOU WILL HAVE** + Experience in Statistical programming in SAS within the CRO/Pharmaceutical/Biotechnology/Healthcare industries + Experience as project lead directly engaging clients and coordinating tasks within a programming team + In-depth knowledge of applicable clinical research regulatory requirements; i.e., Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and International Conference on Harmonization (ICH) guidelines + Deep knowledge of statistics, programming and/or clinical drug development process and advanced knowledge of Base SAS, SAS/STAT, SAS Graph and SAS Macro Language + Good organizational, social, leadership and communication skills + Ability to independently lead multiple tasks and projects and to delegate work to other members of the SP team + Excellent accuracy and attention to detail + Exhibit routine and occasionally complex analytical skills + Recognize when negotiating skills are needed and seeks assistance + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients **MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE** You should have Masters degree in computer science or related field and relevant experience; Bachelor's degree or educational equivalent and relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education, training and experience **Please note: Home based option applicable in all lQVIA locations.** _Join Us_ Making a positive impact on human health takes insight, curiosity, and intellectual courage. It takes brave minds, pushing the boundaries to transform healthcare. Regardless of your role, you will have the opportunity to play an important part in helping our clients drive healthcare forward and ultimately improve outcomes for patients. Forge a career with greater purpose, make an impact, and never stop learning. At IQVIA, we have a vision. Where every healthcare decision is based on evidence. Where data science and human science come together to improve global health. Where new and creative solutions aren't just possible - they are expected. Thank you for your interest in growing your career with us. It takes insight, curiosity, and intellectual courage to transform healthcare. The 56,000+ employees of the IQVIA family of companies, including Q2 Solutions, are reimagining a world without the consequences of disease. We are brave minds bringing powerful ideas to reality. At IQVIA, you can truly make an impact in an environment where you're supported to succeed. EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

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