Associate Statistical Programming Director

Summary/Job Purpose

Leads statistical programming activities at the study or project level. Uses statistical software (SAS and R) to create and maintain macros, listings, tabulations, graphical summaries, and formal statistical estimates and tests. Creates datasets in a standard format (i.e., SDTM), analysis datasets, assesses quality of data analysis programs, and develops automated analysis tools where appropriate. Develops programs to assist with data review such as edit checks and custom listings. May be responsible for data integration used for clinical summaries and/or creation and quality control of statistical submission components to regulatory agencies. May partner with biostatisticians and clinical data management staff in establishing standards for clinical data collection, management and/or reporting of data.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Serve as macro librarian responsible for maintaining existing macros, providing training on macro usage, developing documentation and training materials, being point of contact for macro questions, facilitating meetings to discuss enhancements to existing macros with stakeholders and identifying requirements for new macros and standard programs
• Follow SDLC (Software Development Lifecycle) to create new global macros and standard programs to meet department needs
• Independently develop SAS and R programs, and specifications, for use in study or other analyses, such as Integrated Safety Summaries.
• As the lead or support programmer on studies, work with clinical data management staff and biostatisticians to coordinate and schedule data transfers and the delivery of required outputs
• As the lead programmer, responsible for helping to identify when additional programming resources are needed for a project, communicating with their supervisor to arrange for those resources, and coordinating and overseeing other statistical programmers’ work on the project as needed.
• Oversee the development of datasets in ODS, SDTM, & ADaM format by CROs, including clear documentation of the process that was followed in the form of specifications, trackers, and checklists.
• Responsible for programming QC oversight of CRO deliverables such as analysis datasets and tables, listings, and figures (TLFs).
• Must be able to program defensively, check results, and consistently produce accurate output.
• Adhere to FDA regulations regarding training records, guidelines, and SOPs.
• Adhere to company SOPs/WIs and department guidelines.
• Produce study datasets and programs that will help meet CDISC standards.
• Support ad-hoc requests as needed.
• Work on multiple tasks at the same time and prioritize tasks to meet business needs.
• Trouble-shoot technical and project issues.
• Help with the infrastructure development of the department.
• Assist team to ensure timelines for the study and/or project are met.
• Assist with training new employees and contractors, in particular on macros, study specifics and departmental programming conventions and standards.
• Communicate with outside departments and/or groups.
• Meet timelines on a regular basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Education/Experience/Knowledge/Skills & Abilities

Education

• BS/BA degree in related discipline and a minimum of eleven years of related experience; or,
• MS/MA degree in related discipline and a minimum of nine years of related experience; or,
• PhD in related discipline and a minimum of five years of related experience; or,
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• May require certification in assigned area.

Experience

• At least eight years' experience in Pharmaceutical/Biotech programming.
• Demonstrated proficiency in R, SAS/Base, SAS/Stat, and SAS/Macros.
• UNIX, CDISC, and SAS graphics experience desirable.
• Experience with Oncology clinical trials a plus.
• NDA submission experience a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required:

• Has extensive experience in relevant industry/profession and area of specialization.
• Uses professional concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a clear and timely manner.
• Leads or manages the work of others by providing guidance to subordinates or teams based on organizational goals and company policy, with responsibility for results, including costs, methods and staffing.
• Performs a variety of complicated tasks with a wide degree of creativity and latitude.
• Has complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, concepts and techniques.
• Has good general knowledge of other related disciplines.
• Applies strong analytical and business communication skills.