Senior Statistical Programmer Job at IQVIA Jobs In Kenya
Job Description
- IQVIA is looking to appoint statistical programmers to utilize the SAS programming language to develop clinical study report materials according to the objectives of a clinical trial for regulatory submissions. Programming and performing related tasks serving the full spectrum of statistical programming needs in our DS3 environment (home based):
Responsibilities:
- Import data from various sources
- Program quality control checks for source data and reporting data issues
- Interpret project level requirements and develop programming specifications
- Write programming code following established Good Programming Practices
- Program SDTM and ADaM datasets
- Program to create statistical analysis tables, listing and figures
- Validate datasets and all statistical outputs per prescribed gate checks
- Communicate with internal and client statisticians and clinical team members to ensure appropriate understanding of requirements and timelines
- Use and promote the use of established standards, SOPs, and standard methodologies
- Export data and clinical study report materials
- Provide training and mentoring to team members and department staff
- You can help us bring clinical trial statistical analysis into the next generation. Award winning and innovative, we will give you access to cutting-edge in-house technology, allowing you to work on global projects across therapeutic areas. Be challenged in a fast-paced team environment that is collaborative in performing biostatistical analyses and advanced statistical programming. Development opportunities and mentoring at all levels enable you to progress your long-term career in the direction you choose.
THE PERSON
- We know that meaningful results require not only the right approach, but also the right people. Candidates should possess a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Mathematics, or Computer Science, and have a strong educational or practical evidence in programming.
Key required skills include:
- Home Based/Remote
- 5+ experience in Statistical Programmer role from CRO/Pharma with ADaM/SDTM/ TLFs
- Excellent accuracy, attention to detail, problem solving, organizational as well as interpersonal communication.
- In light of the above, candidates for the roles should exhibit the following skills and competencies:
- Experience in programming in SAS within the CRO/Pharma/Biotech/Healthcare industries
- Knowledge of statistics and exhibit routine and occasionally complex analytical skills
- A focus on quality, accuracy, and completeness of work activities
- Excellent communication skills
- A good understanding of Good Clinical Practice and ICH guidelines
- Ability to independently lead (or have lead potential) and estimate programming scope of work, handle resource assignments, communicate work status, and work within project timelines for deliverables
- Take initiative and can be counted on to get the job done, with integrity
- Have the self-awareness to recognize when negotiating skills and assistance are needed
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers, and clients