Are you ready to challenge yourself with interesting work? We are looking for a Senior Statistical SAS Programmer II, a role that is delivery-focused and responsible for programming deliverables with quality and timeliness. This position requires high technical skills and thorough industry knowledge to independently perform the programming tasks while using judgement about seeking guidance in complex situations. You will be responsible for leading the programming deliveries of clinical studies or small to medium sized clinical projects and can lead cross-functional teams to deliver continuous improvement. This is your chance to be part of our Biopharmaceuticals R&D team!
Accountabilities:
Responsible for leading the programming deliveries of a clinical study or a small to medium sized and complex clinical project
Implements statistical programming aspects of the protocol or clinical development program
Ensures high quality is built into own deliverables and the quality delivered by other programmers
Programs independently with high efficiency and quality
Writes specifications and lead all aspects of completeness of relevant documentation
Gives to or drives the development of standard processes to improve quality, efficiency and effectiveness within function
Ensures compliance to standards and automation usage
Plans and leads team activities and tasks
Identifies, manages and communicates risk within the assigned studies and/or projects
Works proactively with study team members including but not limited to the statistician, lead programmer, data manager and study leader
Works cooperatively with contract programming providers
Influences collaborators by providing subject matter expertise on programming related items
Contributes to or leads technical initiatives
Employs project management practices in managing programming aspects of drug or technical projects
Essential Skills/Experience:
Degree in Mathematics (i.e., Applied Math, Engineering, etc), Statistics, Computer Science, Life Science or equivalent
Excellent programming skills including macro language, SAS Programming skills.
Proficient knowledge of the clinical development process
Thorough knowledge of industry standards
Ability to apply programming knowledge to problem solving
Ability to manage relevant documentation
Ability to influence relevant stakeholders on Programming related items
Desirable Skills/Experience:
Experience as a Lead Programmer, Statistician, Data Manager, Line Manager
Standards & Automation collaboration partner
Drug project functional leads demonstrated planning and organisational skills
At AstraZeneca, we work on some of the most complex and interesting challenges. A fast-paced and agile team, we are empowered and trusted to innovate and experiment. With access to our extensive capabilities and comprehensive pipeline, you'll be involved in countless submissions and a wide range of engaging projects along the complete drug development process. Here you have to be dedicated to what you do. Working with unknowns doesn't faze us at all. We are courageous. We speak up, share opinions and make bold decisions that could change the course of patients' lives. A team of dedicated experts, we combine specialist knowledge with curiosity. Always searching for better ways of doing things and getting the best end-result.
Are you ready to make a profound impact with research that makes a clear and tangible difference? Apply now!
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