Senior Lead Clinical Data Science Programmer
About the role
Lead Clinical Data Science Programmer
ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.
As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.
As a Lead Clinical Data Science Programmer at ICON, you will design and develop clinical data solutions, ensuring the efficient handling, analysis, and reporting of complex clinical trial data.
What You Will Do:
You will manage day-to-day clinical data science activities, supporting your team to deliver quality outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the design, development, and validation of data science programming solutions for clinical trials.
Collaborating with biostatisticians, data managers, and clinical teams to develop data specifications and analysis plans.
Programming and validating datasets, tables, listings, and figures (TLFs) according to study requirements.
Ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of clinical data through rigorous quality control and validation checks.
Mentoring and guiding junior programmers and providing technical leadership within the data science programming team.
Your Profile:
You will have solid clinical data science experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.
Required qualifications and experience:
Bachelor's degree in life sciences, computer science, or a related discipline
Extensive experience in clinical data programming, with proficiency in SAS, R, or other relevant programming languages.
In-depth knowledge of clinical trial data structures, CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM), and regulatory requirements.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data accuracy and quality.
Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Willingness to travel as required (approximately 10%)
Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.
Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.
Benefits may include:
Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
Retirement and pension plans
Life assurance and disability coverage
Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways
Benefits may vary depending on role and location.
Visit our careers site to about the benefits ICON offers.
Inclusion and Accessibility
If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.
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