Gsk
Pharmaceutical
PrincipalProgrammer/Analyst
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“Principal Programmer / Analyst at Gsk. Skills: Clinical programming, Study delivery, Technical mentor. Lead programming activities for studies. Ensure development of analysis packages”
What You'll Achieve.
High-quality outputs; Timely outputs
Industry & Context.
Identify gaps; Identify inefficiencies
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Proficiency in at least one programming language, Experience in pharmaceutical/biotech industry, Advanced understanding of clinical trials, Ability to lead programming strategy discussions, Understanding of governance and compliance
Nice to Have
Experience guiding AI/ML tools, Experience contributing to internal technical discussions, Experience contributing to department strategies, Demonstrated networking and collaboration, Experience facilitating integration across matrix teams, Experience guiding teams and individuals, Proficiency in R
What You'll Do.
Lead programming activities for studies
Ensure development of analysis packages
Ensure maintenance of analysis packages
Ensure validation of analysis packages
Foster quality assurance
Ensure adherence to standards
Mentor junior programmers
Provide guidance on technical tasks
Provide support on industry best practices
Lead programming support for regulatory interactions
Identify gaps and inefficiencies
Recommend innovative solutions
Implement innovative solutions
Establish governance frameworks
Uphold governance frameworks
Devise mitigation plans
Ensure timely escalation
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional teams; Agile, squad-based environment; Clinical, statistical, operational functions; Matrix teams
Communication Scope
Articulate technical information
Process & Methodology
Agile, Squad-based
Full 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. We create a place where people can grow, be their best, be safe, and feel welcome, valued and included. We offer a competitive salary, an annual bonus based on company performance, healthcare and wellbeing programmes, pension plan membership, and shares and savings programme. We embrace modern work practises; our Performance with Choice programme offers a hybrid working model, empowering you to find the optimal balance between remote and in-office work. Discover more about our company wide benefits and life at GSK on our webpage [_Life at GSK | GSK_](https://www.gsk.com/en-gb/careers/life-at-gsk/) **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 ** _Why yo
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