Principal Statistical Programmer - Remote (India)

About the Job

Are you passionate about data and looking to make an impact in the biotech and pharmaceutical industry? Join Phastar, an award-winning biometrics contract research organization (CRO). We specialize in providing world-class statistical consulting, data analysis, reporting, and data science services to major pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.

At Phastar, our unique approach to data analysis, known as The PHASTAR Discipline, has earned us a stellar reputation for quality. We're on the lookout for a talented individual who shares our commitment to excellence and technical expertise to join our team. Could it be you?

Why Choose Phastar?

Phastar is not just a company—it's a community that truly cares. We aim to be the leading biometrics provider both to work with and to work for, while also making a positive impact on the environment and our communities.

• Pro Bono Scheme: We offer charities access to our biometrics expertise at no cost.
• Sustainability Efforts: We use sustainable products to reduce our carbon footprint.
• Rewilding Project: We plant a tree in your honor as part of our environmental initiatives.

Learn more about our ESG initiatives .

Caring for YOU

At Phastar, we believe in focusing on YOUR career development, work-life balance, and overall experience.

• Flexible Working Hours: Work at times that suit you.
• Remote Working: A remote arrangement tailored for you.
• Culture of Learning: Continuously develop your knowledge and share expertise.
• Customized Career Path: Tailored to your strengths and aspirations.
• Monthly Well-being Checks: Support to ensure your well-being is a priority.
• Fun, Friendly Environment: Enjoy Phastar's famous social events throughout the year.

Key Responsibilities

As a Principal Statistical Programmer, you'll be making key contributions as a fully integrated member of our team:

• Program and validate datasets and SDTMs, including complex efficacy, labs, etc.
• Become an independent technical expert.
• Program complex non-efficacy outputs/figures.
• Perform senior review and deliver QC of non-statistical output.
• Develop and implement standard macros within studies.
• Perform User Acceptance Testing (UAT) on standard macros.
• Create, QC, and update complex dataset specifications for single/multiple studies, ISS/ISEs, etc.
• Implement and coordinate the development and maintenance of PHASTAR standard specifications.
• Provide consultancy, advice, and training as an SDTM and ADaM expert.
• Stay updated on changes to CRT and define.xml standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Initiate projects for programming development.
• Ensure rigorous adherence to the PHASTAR checklist principles.
• Act as a lead programmer for multiple studies and projects, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Liaise with study statisticians and project managers.
• Manage study-level resources.
• Attend and contribute to company resourcing meetings.
• Be the point of contact for programming issues, ensuring cohesive teamwork.
• Persuade stakeholders to follow best practices within a trial.
• Develop and deliver company-wide training as needed.
• Identify areas needing new processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• BSc or higher in mathematics, science, or IT-related discipline.
• Experience working on clinical trials in a CRO/pharmaceutical environment.
• Ability to engage with global and local teams, embedding into client teams.
• Proactive and solutions-oriented.
• Oncology experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Demonstr