Sr. Programming Analyst

Overview

Senior Programming Analyst leading EDC tool and SAS programming solutions, SDTM/custom dataset development, visual analytics dashboards, and study-level programming activities for clinical trials.

What you'll do

• Lead the development and implementation of clinical solutions to global technical services issues and concerns regarding EDC tools (Medidata RAVE, Oracle Inform) or SAS programming.
• Lead the development of visual analytics dashboards using Spotfire or Tableau.
• Develop and validate custom/complex SAS and SDTM datasets and efficiently handle external data and reconciliations.
• Perform post-production changes to the EDC database and enhancements to SAS programs such as edit checks, listings, protocol deviations and SAS datasets.
• Complete assigned work in accordance with Fortrea SOPs, work instructions, project guidelines and Good Clinical Practices.
• Meet with data managers on assigned projects to discuss contractual obligations and timelines, with assistance.
• Act as subject matter expert and point of contact for technical services and issues related to EDC tools or SAS programming.
• Serve as lead statistical programmer providing support for development and maintenance of SDTM/client standards datasets.
• Develop and implement SDTM automation, standardization and best programming practices across projects.
• Plan, execute and oversee all programming activities on a study, including resource estimation, meeting timelines, maximizing quality and interacting with other departments and the client.
• Conduct peer review and quality control of study design for assigned projects.
• Participate in ongoing process reviews, validation of new or updated software, and monitoring of new EDC product developments.
• Perform resource forecasting and allocate activities to team members on the project.
• Proactively identify trends, generate reports or metrics, and demonstrate programming processes to sponsors or auditors if required.
• Assist with the design of eCRFs and other study documents.
• Perform all other duties as needed or assigned.

What you'll need

• University or college degree in life sciences, health sciences, information technology or related subjects, or experience and/or education plus relevant work experience equating to a bachelor's degree.
• Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.
• 5 to 8 years of relevant work experience including data management and database support, SAS programming, Spotfire or Tableau development.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
• Good problem-solving skills and a proactive approach.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently under supervision.
• Proven interpersonal skills.

Nice to have

• Basic knowledge of the clinical trial process and data management, biometrics, and systems applications to support operations.

Details

• Location: Bangalore.
• Physical demands/work environment: office work environment.