Real World Data Programmer
ICON plc
Summary
We are seeking a remote Real-World Data (RWD) Programmer / Data Analyst for our LVA research and evidence capabilities team with strong healthcare data experience to support internal research initiatives. This role is programming-focused and requires hands-on experience working with healthcare claims data and EMR data.
Job description
The ideal candidate is a data programmer, not a biostatistician or data scientist, with deep experience preparing and programming real-world datasets for research use.
What You Will Do
You will provide programming, and analytics support for real world evidence generation including analytics, research, dashboard creation etc. While project scope is still evolving, expected responsibilities include:
- Programming and managing real-world healthcare datasets, including healthcare claims data and EMR data
- Performing data cleaning, transformation, and normalization prior to analysis
- Translating raw data into analysis-ready datasets
- Creating and maintaining data dictionaries and programming documentation
- Supporting internal research teams with hands-on analyst and programming support
- Contributing to broader analytics efforts as needed
Your Profile
- Advanced degree, PhD, in quantitative field with 3+ years of experience (e.g. statistics, epidemiology, public health) or a Master's degree in analytics related field with 7+ years of experience in real world data and real-world evidence generation
- Strong programming experience (SQL and R)
- Direct experience programming Real-World Data (RWD)
- Hands-on experience with healthcare claims data
- Experience working with EMR data
Requirements
- Advanced degree, PhD, in quantitative field with 3+ years of experience (e.g. statistics, epidemiology, public health) or a Master's degree in analytics related field with 7+ years of experience in real world data and real-world evidence generation
- Strong programming experience (SQL and R)
- Direct experience programming Real-World Data (RWD)
- Hands-on experience with healthcare claims data
- Experience working with EMR data
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Performance related incentives
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Retirement and pension plans
- Life assurance and disability
- Employee assistance programmes
- Wellbeing resources
- Learning and development opportunities
Company overview
ICON plc is a global leader in clinical research and healthcare intelligence, founded in Dublin, Ireland in 1990. As one of the world's largest contract research organizations (CROs), ICON provides comprehensive outsourced development services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies worldwide. The company operates in 55 countries with approximately 41,900 employees, offering end-to-end solutions that span the entire product development lifecycle. ICON's service portfolio includes clinical research services, adaptive trials, biosimilars, commercialization and outcomes consulting, medical imaging, laboratory services, and strategic support for traditional and digital health technologies. The company specializes in therapeutic areas such as oncology, cardiovascular diseases, central nervous system disorders, rare diseases, and women's health. With its 2021 acquisition of PRA Health Sciences, ICON significantly expanded its capabilities and market position, becoming a dominant force in the global CRO industry. The company is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the ticker ICLR and reported $8.28 billion in revenue for 2024.