Our Biometrics Community
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SeniorStatisticalProgrammer
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“Senior Statistical Programmer at Our Biometrics Community. Skills: Statistical programming, SAS, CDISC. Lead programming deliverables for clinical studies. Deliver high-quality programming outputs on schedule”
Industry & Context.
Problem solving
On-site commitment 3 days/week, English fluency required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Life Science, or equivalent, Excellent programming skills in SAS or R, SAS macros proficiency, Proficient knowledge of clinical development process, Proficient knowledge of industry standards (CDISC), Ability to apply programming knowledge to problem solving, Ability to manage relevant documentation, Ability to influence stakeholders on Programming related items, Current knowledge of technical requirements, Current knowledge of regulatory requirements
Nice to Have
Broad experience across multiple therapeutic areas, Experience across all phases of clinical trials, Experience in regulatory submissions, Experience in regulatory interactions
What You'll Do.
Lead programming deliverables for clinical studies
Deliver high-quality programming outputs on schedule
Implement statistical programming aspects of protocols
Implement statistical programming aspects of development plans
Program independently with high efficiency
Program independently with precision
Apply advanced techniques
Apply macros to streamline workflows
Write clear programming specifications
Oversee completeness of documentation
Ensure adherence to CDISC
Ensure adherence to internal standards
Apply automation to enhance efficiency
Apply automation to enhance consistency
Contribute to best practices
Contribute to technical initiatives
Drive technical initiatives
Identify programming risks
Manage programming risks
Communicate programming risks
Work closely with statisticians
Work closely with lead programmers
Work closely with data managers
Work closely with study leaders
Collaborate with contract programming providers
Provide subject matter expertise
Plan programming aspects
Track programming aspects
Deliver programming aspects
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional collaboration; Collaboration with statisticians; Collaboration with programmers; Collaboration with data experts; Collaboration with lead programmers; Collaboration with data managers; Collaboration with study leaders; Collaboration with contract programming providers
Communication Scope
Stakeholder influence
Process & Methodology
Project management principles
Full Job Description
**Introduction to role:** This role is based in Barcelona, with an on-site commitment of three days a week. Fluency in English is required. Are you ready to combine scientific rigor with data-driven programming to accelerate therapies that can change patients’ lives? In this role, you will lead and deliver statistical programming that turns complex clinical data into clear, decision-ready evidence for global studies. You will join our Biometrics community in AstraZeneca’s R&D global hub in Barcelona, collaborating with statisticians, programmers, and data experts to shape end-to-end clinical deliverables. How will you use your expertise to influence pivotal study outcomes and strengthen the evidence behind regulatory submissions? ## **Accountabilities:** \- Study Programming Leadership: Lead programming deliverables for clinical studies or small to medium projects, ensuring clarity of scope, robust plans, and aligned expectations. \- Quality and Timeliness: Deliver high-quality programming outputs on schedule, embedding quality in your own work and guiding others to meet exacting standards. \- Protocol and Development Alignment: Implement statistical programming aspects of protocols and clinical development plans, translating scientific intent into reliable datasets and analyses. \- Independent Programming Excellence: Program independently with high efficiency and precision, applying advanced techniques and macros to streamline workflows. \- Specifications and Documentation: Write clear programming specifications and oversee completeness of all relevant documentation to support audit-ready deliverables. \- Standards and Automation: Ensure adherence to CDISC and internal standards; promote and apply automation to enhance efficiency and consistency across studies. \- Continuous Improvement: Contribute to or drive best practices and technical initiatives that elevate quality, speed, and effectiveness within the function. \- Risk Management: Identify, manage, and commun
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