Associate Principal Biostatistical Programmer

At Premier Research, we help biotech and specialty pharma companies transform life-changing ideas into reality. What we do is profoundly connected to saving and improving lives, and we recognize our staff members are the most valuable asset in delivering success. Inspiring and nurturing staff to do their best work means a better, healthier future for all. We’re a community of 2,000 people in more than 20 countries delivering unmatched expertise, operational skills, and dedication to meet the most challenging needs facing clinical trials today.

Our dedication to biotech and specialty pharma is unlike any other. We provide our staff with innovative technologies and continuous learning opportunities so that they have the tools they need to be successful.

We’re looking for a **Associate Principal Biostatistical Programmer** join our **Biostatistics team** that is passionate about improving healthcare through innovative clinical research. As a member of the Premier Research team, you’ll help create tangible solutions for patients in need while building cross-functional partnerships that enable your growth and success.

**What you will be doing**:

- Develops and tests SAS Software programs to complete complex Biostatistical analyses identified in statistical analysis plans with no supervision.
- Develops, tests, and validates complex Tables Listings, and Graphs for specific projects and project shells in the Global Biostatistics Department.
- Develops and tests SAS Software programs to complete quality control and validation work on SAS Software programs generated by other Biostatistical programmers as part of the SOP.
- Develops and tests SAS Software programs using SAS to manipulate and/or import external data into Analysis SAS data sets or export SAS output to other computer files for delivery to clients.
- Develops SAS Software programs to create derived, complex, Biostatistical parameters and output, derived data sets (e.g., adverse events with multiple merging and cleaning procedures), or other required advanced data manipulation to support completion of Biostatistics projects.
- Provide primary Biostatistical programming support for integrated summaries of safety and efficacy (ISS and ISE) supporting regulatory submissions that Premier Research is completing.
- Lead programming tasks using software other than SAS to support Biometrics or specialized data analysis requirements, as assigned.
- Prepares documents to describe SAS Software programs as assigned.
- Train junior level Biostatistical programmers, Biostatisticians, and management on advanced SAS software programming techniques and efficiencies to improve productivity in the Global Biostatistics Department.
- Performs group and departmental Quality Control (QC) procedures
- All other projects, and learning activities, as assigned

**What we are searching for**:

- BS or equivalent from accredited college or university, in statistics, IT, mathematics or closely related field or work related experience to be able to perform this role
- 4-6 years of experience in SAS programming within the area of clinical trials.
- Prior experience using computerized information systems preferred.
- Knowledge of ICH and local regulatory authority drug research and development regulations preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Demonstrated working knowledge of data processing, database design and organization in clinical data environment
- Demonstrated working knowledge of basic clinical trial design and analysis principles
- Working knowledge and understanding of advanced statistical concepts to program analysis datasets and tables which include descriptive and standard/complex inferential statistics
- Fluent verbal and written English as well as the local language(s) required for clinical trial submissions.
- Excellent team player, collaborative and able to build an effective team.
- Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
- Strong verbal and written communication and negotiation skills.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, able prioritize work to meet deadlines.
- Accountable, dependable and strong commitment.
- Is customer service focused in approach to work both internally and externally.
- Maintains a positive, results orientated work environment.
- Ability to build client confidence and achieving high levels of customer satisfaction
- Attention to detail and ability to independently work on stand-alone Biostatistical projects with general supervision

**Why **ch**oose** Premier Research?**
- Premier Research is more than a company - it’s a community of people that truly care about one another, about our clients, and about our mission of furthering research to improve the lives of patients in critical need.
- Our cultural anchors - Caring & Empathy, Empowerment, Aspiration, One Team - mirror the flexibility and trust that our team embodies. As