Principal Programmer Analyst
GSK
Summary
Provides statistical programming expertise in support of discovery (e.g. Product Development, Investigational Material Supply, Safety Assessment and Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics) and clinical development (e.g. analysis and reporting of Human Subject Research).
Job description
We are seeking a Principal Programmer Analyst to join our Clinical Programming team, contributing to pipeline delivery across complex and pivotal studies. This role operates within an agile, squad-based environment, where you will lead study delivery, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and act as a technical mentor to ensure high-quality and timely outputs. Working closely with stakeholders across clinical, statistical, and operational functions, you will play a key role in bridging scientific requirements with technical solutions, supporting the successful execution of clinical development programmes within a global setting.
In this role you will
- Independently lead programming activities for one or more studies, ensuring development, maintenance, and validation of complex analysis packages
- Foster quality assurance by ensuring programming activities adhere to standards such as Good Programming Practices and CDISC
- Mentor junior programmers by providing guidance and support in technical programming tasks and industry best practices
- Lead programming support for regulatory interactions (e.g., EMA, FDA)
- Identify gaps and inefficiencies and recommend and implement innovative solutions aligned with standards and best practices
- Establish and uphold governance frameworks, identify risks early and devise mitigation plans, ensuring timely escalation
Basic Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related discipline
- Five or more years of experience with at least one programming language and ability to evaluate and select appropriate tools or languages for specific tasks
- Three or more years of experience working in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry with advanced understanding of clinical trials and therapeutic areas, applied to enhance programming outputs and decision-making
- Experience leading discussions on programming strategies, displays, and custom programs
- Experience implementing principles of governance, quality control, and compliance with regulatory requirements and programming standards
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
- Experience guiding others in the use of Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) tools or applying these tools to improve efficiency
- Experience contributing to internal technical discussions, forums, or external technical organizations
- Application of critical thinking to implement standards and collaborate with stakeholders where deviations are required
- Ability to articulate complex technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Experience contributing to department strategies and key technical initiatives through working groups or sub-teams
- Demonstrated networking and collaboration across departments, divisions, and external partners
- Experience facilitating integration across matrix teams and contributing to planning and execution of programming activities
- Experience guiding teams and individuals, fostering continuous improvement, collaboration, and innovation
- Demonstrated proficiency in R
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related discipline
- Five or more years of experience with at least one programming language
- Three or more years of experience working in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry
- Advanced understanding of clinical trials and therapeutic areas
- Experience leading discussions on programming strategies, displays, and custom programs
- Experience implementing principles of governance, quality control, and compliance with regulatory requirements and programming standards
Benefits
- Annual Bonus
- Healthcare & Wellbeing Programmes
- Pension Plan
- Shares & Savings Programme
- Hybrid Working Model
Company overview
GSK plc (formerly GlaxoSmithKline) is a British multinational pharmaceutical and biotechnology company headquartered in London, England. Founded in 2000 through the merger of Glaxo Wellcome and SmithKline Beecham, GSK has grown to become one of the world's leading healthcare companies with operations in over 150 countries. The company specializes in researching, developing, and manufacturing prescription medicines, vaccines, and consumer healthcare products. GSK's therapeutic areas include respiratory diseases, HIV/AIDS, oncology, immunology, and infectious diseases. The company is particularly renowned for its vaccine portfolio and has been at the forefront of developing treatments for major global health challenges. With approximately 70,000 employees worldwide, GSK maintains a strong commitment to scientific innovation and has a significant presence in key markets including the United States, Europe, and emerging economies. The company's mission is to unite science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade.