💻 Drive Data Excellence as a Lead Clinical Data Science Programmer
Join ICON plc, a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization, as a Lead Clinical Data Science Programmer. In this pivotal role, you'll architect clinical data solutions and transform complex trial data into meaningful insights, directly contributing to the advancement of cutting-edge therapies and innovative clinical research.
🎯 Your Impact: Key Responsibilities
Clinical Data Solution Leadership
- Lead the design, development, and validation of data science programming solutions for clinical trials
- Program and validate datasets, tables, listings, and figures (TLFs) according to study specifications
- Ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity of clinical data through rigorous quality control
- Implement and maintain CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM) across clinical programming activities
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with biostatisticians, data managers, and clinical teams to develop data specifications
- Collaborate on analysis plans and statistical programming strategies
- Work with cross-functional teams to drive data-driven insights and decision-making
- Contribute to clinical study reports and regulatory submission documents
Technical Leadership & Mentorship
- Provide technical leadership within the data science programming team
- Mentor and guide junior programmers in clinical programming best practices
- Develop and implement programming standards and validation procedures
- Stay current with emerging technologies and methodologies in clinical data science
Quality & Compliance Excellence
- Ensure all programming activities comply with regulatory requirements and company standards
- Implement robust validation checks and quality control processes
- Maintain complete and accurate programming documentation
- Support audit and inspection activities as needed
⭐ Your Profile: Qualifications & Experience
Essential Requirements
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Biostatistics, Data Science, or related field
- Extensive experience in clinical data programming
- Proficiency in SAS, R, or other relevant programming languages
- In-depth knowledge of CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM) and regulatory requirements
Technical Expertise
- Strong experience with clinical trial data structures and databases
- Knowledge of statistical analysis methods and techniques
- Understanding of clinical development processes and phases
- Experience with clinical data visualization and reporting
Professional Competencies
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong leadership and team collaboration abilities
- Exceptional attention to data accuracy and quality
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills
💫 Why Join ICON plc?
Impactful Work & Innovation
- Contribute to groundbreaking clinical research and therapy development
- Work with cutting-edge data technologies and methodologies
- Play a key role in shaping data strategies for clinical development
- Join a world-leading organization driving healthcare innovation
Career Growth & Development
- Clear pathway to senior technical and leadership roles
- Access to comprehensive training and certification programs
- Exposure to diverse therapeutic areas and complex study designs
- Opportunities for professional and technical skill enhancement
Competitive Compensation & Benefits
- Attractive salary package with performance incentives
- Comprehensive health insurance options for you and your family
- Global Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 support
- Flexible work arrangements and work-life balance focus
Additional Benefits
- Generous annual leave entitlements
- Competitive retirement planning options
- Life assurance coverage
- Country-specific benefits including:
- Professional development support
- Health and wellness programs
- Transportation benefits
- Family support initiatives
✨ Ready to Architect the Future of Clinical Data Science?
If you're an experienced clinical programmer with extensive data science expertise and leadership capabilities, we encourage you to apply. This role offers the perfect opportunity to advance your career while driving innovation in clinical data management and analysis.
Apply Now & Lead Our Data Science Programming Initiatives!
