Senior Statistical Programmer

5 months ago


Mississauga, Canada AstraZeneca Full time

Are you an experienced Statistical Programmer with good knowledge of clinical drug development? Would you like to be part of a fast-paced and agile global team that has direct strategic impact on drug development, empowered and trusted to innovate and experiment? Join us at AstraZeneca CVRM (Cardiovascular Renal Metabolism) Biometrics to impact a wide range of engaging projects striving to make a difference for millions of patients. Our Biometrics team consists of Statisticians, Programmers, Information and Data Scientists. We drive and contribute to optimized clinical drug development programs and access to information and scientific knowledge management.

We are now offering an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated individual to join us in the role as Senior Statistical Programmer.

This role is a delivery focused role responsible for programming deliverables with quality and timeliness, following established standards and processes. 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. They can 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 role will be placed at AstraZeneca’s dynamic R&D global hub in Mississauga (Canada), where you will work in an international environment at the forefront of clinical development.

Accountabilities:

As a Senior Statistical Programmer, you are responsible for leading programming deliverables of a clinical study or a small to medium sized clinical project. Typical accountabilities include:

Quality, timely and efficient delivery of programming work for a study or 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 oversee completeness of relevant documentation Contributes to or drives the development of best practices 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 stakeholders 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

Education, Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

Degree in Mathematics (, Applied Math, Engineering, etc), Statistics, Computer Science, Life Science, or equivalent Excellent programming skills in SAS (or R) and SAS macros Proficient knowledge of the clinical development process and industry standards (CDISC) Ability to apply programming knowledge to problem solving Ability to manage relevant documentation Ability to influence relevant stakeholders on Programming related items Current knowledge of technical and regulatory requirements relevant to the role

Desirable Skills/Experience:

Broad experience across multiple therapeutic areas and across all phases of clinical trials Experience in regulatory submissions and interactions

At AstraZeneca, we believe in the potential of our people, and you’ll develop beyond what you thought possible. We make the most of your skills and passion by actively supporting you to see what you can achieve no matter where you start with us. As a Senior Statistical Programmer, you’ll play a pivotal role in making a positive impact on changing patients’ lives.

This role is an office-based role with some degree of flexibility. Our vibrant office sites provide a diverse and collaborative work environment, where interactions lead to ideas and innovations, giving you and others the perfect opportunity to learn, grow and develop careers.

Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Apply today



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