Principal Technical Programmer - SAS

Advanced Clinical is a clinical development and strategic resourcing organization committed to providing a better clinical experience across the drug development journey. Our goal is to improve the lives of all those touched by clinical research – approaching each opportunity with foresight, character, resilience and innovation. Based on decades of experience, we help our clients achieve better outcomes by conducting candid conversations and anticipating potential issues through our customized solutions. The Principal Technical Programmer will have experience in all required areas of a Senior Technical Programmer. The Principal Technical Programmer is responsible for the development, validation, and maintenance of clinical data programs used in data management in support of clinical studies, under minimal supervision. They may serve as the lead Technical Programmer to manage and support project deliverables and timelines and may also coordinate the work across multiple projects for a client program or initiative. Responsibilities:

• Exceed expectations and responsibilities of a Senior Technical Programmer
• Develop, validate, and maintain programs or tools used to create reports and listings to perform data review. These programs or tools will be completed in SAS, native EDC applications, visual analytic tools or other software deemed appropriate
• Develop and maintain data transfers from internal or external sources defined in a Data Transfer Specification
• Provide training, mentoring and oversight to other programmers
• Create and maintain programming specifications
• Generate and maintain all required documentation related to programming activities; ensure quality of the programming and adherence to company standards
• Act as Subject Matter Expert(SME) and main point of contact for any technical questions related to tasks being performed
• Proactively monitor scope of work to actual work, alerting management of potential change orders or resourcing needs
• Work effectively with other programmers, data managers and cross-functional team members to ensure accurate and high-quality deliverables
• May work in development, validation, deployment and maintenance of EDC study builds
• Support the development of tools and macros to improve quality and efficiency of processes
• Generate and maintain all required documentation related to programming activities
• Develop department training materials and deliver trainings to the team
• Drive/facilitate/actively engage in department initiatives
• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Strong understanding of departmental and company procedures; ability to guide others on procedures
• Participate in the development and revision of department SOPs
• Additional Responsibilities
• Support the business development process; RFl completion, proposal development. bid defense participation, attendance at industry meetings, etc.
• Promote visibility outside of the functional area and effectively interact cross-functionally and in industry
• Participate in candidate interviews
• Perform other duties as requested by management

Qualifications:

• The idea candidate should have a degree in Computer Science, or a related field; work experience may be substituted for degree
• At minimum 6 years of direct SAS programming experience or related analytic tool in pharmaceutical development or CRO environment preferred, but not required
• Good knowledge of medical terminology and conduct and analysis of clinical trials
• Knowledge of relevant industry data standards (e.g. CDISC, CDASH, etc.)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail are required

At Advanced Clinical, our commitment to diversity and inclusion in every part of our organization is crucial to fulfilling our mission and demonstrating our REAL values. A diverse staff allows us to effectively draw on different perspectives and enhance our efficiency and effectiveness. Diversity thereby strengthens the legitimacy and relevance of Advanced Clinical in delivering services to our clients. We seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds and cultures to work with us. It is our priority that our workplace be inclusive, welcoming of diverse ideas and appreciative of valuable experience. Equal Employment Opportunity It is Advanced Clinical’s practice not to discriminate against any Employee or applicant because of sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or sexual preference, pregnancy or maternity, genetic information, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This practice applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, training, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, layoff, Company-sponsored education, social and recreational programs, and treatment on the job. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your Recruiter so that we can meet to discuss the appropriate alternatives available.