Principal Programmer, Statistical Programming (Remote)
Vertex Pharmaceuticals · Boston, MA
BiometricsFull-time$149k–$224kCompany career page
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Role summary
Vertex Pharmaceuticals seeks a Principal Statistical Programmer to lead SAS programming efforts on clinical trials, mentor team members, and ensure regulatory compliance. The role combines advanced technical expertise with project leadership in a remote-eligible position.
What they're looking for
- Proficiency in SAS language, Macro language, BASE SAS, SAS/STAT, and SAS/GRAPH
- Intermediate knowledge of CDISC Standards and clinical trial processes
- 5+ years of biotech, pharmaceutical, or clinical research organization experience with M.S. or above; 8+ years with B.S.
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline
- Regulatory submission experience and knowledge of FDA/ICH/GCP regulations
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical audiences
What you'll be doing
- Manage SAS code quality control and validate output from other programmers for accuracy
- Lead clinical sub-teams as project lead statistical programmer on assigned studies
- Create submission files and analyses in eCTD format including ISS/ISE documents
- Mentor and delegate tasks to statistical programming team members
- Participate in cross-functional teams developing standard operating procedures and process improvements
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