FSP-Senior Statistical Programmer

Cytel is the largest provider of statistical software and advanced analytics for clinical trial design and execution. For 35 years, Cytel’s scientific rigor and operational excellence have helped biotech and pharmaceutical companies navigate uncertainty, prove value and unlock the full potential of their data. 

We are experiencing exponential growth on a global scale and hiring Senior Statistical Programmers to join our FSP division.  You will apply your know-how in CDISC standards (SDTM & ADaM) and advanced SAS programming skills, to support or lead one or more Phase I-IV clinical trials, across a variety of therapeutic areas. 

Our values

• We believe in applying scientific rigor to reveal the full promise inherent in data.

• We nurture intellectual curiosity and encourage everyone to approach new challenges with enthusiasm and the desire for discovery.

• We believe in collaboration and invite a diversity of perspectives, drawing on a variety of talents to create a wealth of possibilities.

• We prize innovation and seek intelligent solutions using leading-edge technology.

As a Senior Statistical Programmer, you will leverage your advanced SAS programming skills and proficiency in CDISC standards (SDTM & ADaM) to support or lead one or more Phase I-IV clinical trials. This role can be performed as fully remote.

How you will contribute:

• Performing data manipulation, analysis, and reporting of clinical trial data for both safety and efficacy (ISS/ISE) utilizing SAS programming
• Generating and validating SDTM and ADaM datasets/analysis files, and tables, listings, and figures ( TLFs)
• Production and QC / validation programming
• Generating complex ad-hoc reports utilizing raw data
• Applying strong understanding/experience of Efficacy analysis
• Creating and reviewing submission documents and eCRTs
• Communicating with and/or responding to internal cross-functional teams and client for project specifications, status issues, or inquiries
• Performing lead duties when called upon
• Serving as team player with a willingness to go the extra distance to get results, meet deadlines, etc.
• Being adaptable and flexible when priorities change

What you offer:

• Bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field
• At least 8 years of SAS programming working with clinical trial data in the Pharmaceutical & Biotech industry with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent. At least 6 years of related experience with a master’s degree or above.
• Study lead experience, preferably juggling multiple projects simultaneously preferred.
• Strong SAS data manipulation, analysis, and reporting skills.
• Solid experience implementing the latest CDISC SDTM / ADaM standards.
• Strong QC / validation skills.
• Good ad-hoc reporting skills.  
• Proficiency in Efficacy analysis.
• Familiarity with drug development life cycle and experience with the manipulation, analysis, and reporting of clinical trials’ data.
• Submissions experience utilizing define.xml and other submission documents.
• Experience supporting Rare Diseases and Gastrointestinal studies would be a plus.
• Excellent analytical & troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to provide quality output and deliverables in adherence with challenging timelines.
• Ability to work effectively and successfully in a globally dispersed team environment with cross-cultural partners.

Why Cytel?

• Our collaborative working environment encourages innovation and rewards results, and we are proud to have one of the lowest turnover rates in the industry.
• In addition to a competitive compensation, we offer an excellent benefit’s package, annual bonus incentive, promote work-life balance, and the opportunity to grow with us!
• The opportunity to work with respected experts and thought leaders in the fields of biostatistics and statistical programming.

At Cytel, we work hard to create successful careers with significant professional growth for our employees, as a result of which they work hard to make Cytel successful. Cytel is a place where talent, experience and integrity come together to advance the state of clinical development.

At Cytel, our focus is to provide you with a comprehensive and competitive total reward package. In addition, our employee benefits, supportive policies and wellbeing initiatives are tailored to support you and your family at all stages of your career - both now, and into the future.

Cytel Inc. is an Equal Employment / Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by law.