What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal statistical programmer position at ICON Plc?
Principal Statistical Programmer, US, Remote
ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development
We are currently seeking a Principal Statistical Programmer to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Principal Statistical Programmer at ICON, you will be responsible for leading the design and implementation of statistical programming solutions that support clinical trials and regulatory submissions. Your expertise in statistical methodologies and programming will be crucial in ensuring the integrity and accuracy of clinical data analysis.
What You Will Be Doing:
- Leading the development and validation of statistical programs for data analysis and reporting, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborating with biostatisticians and clinical teams to define project requirements and ensure alignment with study objectives.
- Overseeing the creation of programming specifications, documentation, and technical reports for regulatory submissions.
- Providing mentorship and guidance to junior statistical programmers, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement.
- Staying current with industry trends and advancements in statistical programming to drive innovation and enhance project outcomes.
Your Profile:
- Bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, computer science, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Significant experience in statistical programming, particularly in the context of clinical trials and regulatory submissions.
- Expertise in programming languages such as SAS, R, or Python, with proficiency in data management and statistical analysis.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, facilitating effective collaboration across teams and with stakeholders.
- A commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and compliance in all programming activities.
What ICON can offer you:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.
Our benefits examples include:
- Various annual leave entitlements
- A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
- Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
- Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
- Life assurance
- Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.
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At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know
Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.
