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GSK

Principal Programmer

GSK

. Independently lead programming activities for one or more studies .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $126,225 - $210,375 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive programming expertise in SAS, R, and Python, with a strong focus on developing and validating complex analysis packages in compliance with CDISC standards. Proven ability to lead programming activities for clinical trials while fostering collaboration and mentoring within cross-functional teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords
5+ Years Programming ExperienceSAS ProgrammingR ProgrammingCDISC Standards ExpertiseOncology Therapeutic Area Knowledge

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Hard Skills
Programming LanguagesClinical Trial SupportData Analysis SolutionsQuality Control ProceduresCustom Program DevelopmentRegulatory RequirementsArtificial Intelligence/Machine Learning ToolsStatistical AnalysisGovernance FrameworksRisk Mitigation Planning
Soft Skills
MentoringCollaborationNetworkingContinuous ImprovementInnovation
Industry Keywords
Pharmaceutical IndustryBiotechnologyHealthcareRegulated EnvironmentClinical Development ProgramsEMAFDARECIST1.1Good Programming PracticesStakeholder Engagement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Independently lead programming activities for one or more studies
  • Ensure development, maintenance, and validation of complex analysis packages
  • Foster quality assurance by ensuring programming activities adhere to Good Programming Practices and CDISC standards
  • Mentor junior programmers through technical programming guidance and industry best practices
  • Lead programming support for regulatory interactions, including EMA and FDA
  • Identify gaps and inefficiencies and recommend and implement innovative solutions aligned with standards and best practices
  • Establish and uphold governance frameworks
  • Identify risks early, devise mitigation plans, and ensure timely escalation
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across clinical, statistical, and operational functions
  • Bridge scientific requirements with technical solutions in clinical development programmes

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 5+ years of programming experience within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, or other regulated industry
  • Experience programming in one or more languages such as SAS, R, Python, or a comparable programming language
  • Experience supporting clinical trials, clinical development programs, or analysis of clinical research data
  • Experience developing, validating, and maintaining custom programs, analyses, tables, figures, or listings
  • Experience applying programming standards, quality control procedures, and regulatory requirements within a regulated environment
  • Expertise in Oncology therapeutic area specific requirements like RECIST1.1
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver programming or data analysis solutions
  • Experience guiding others in the use of Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) tools or applying these tools to improve efficiency
  • Experience contributing to internal technical discussions, forums, or external technical organizations
  • Experience contributing to department strategies and key technical initiatives through working groups or sub-teams
  • Demonstrated networking and collaboration across departments, divisions, and external partners
  • Experience facilitating integration across matrix teams and contributing to planning and execution of programming activities
  • Experience guiding teams and individuals, fostering continuous improvement, collaboration, and innovation
  • Strong expertise in CDISC standards and its application
  • Demonstrated proficiency in R

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive salary
  • Annual bonus based on company performance
  • Healthcare and wellbeing programmes
  • Pension plan membership
  • Shares and savings programme
  • Hybrid working model with remote and in-office work
  • Health care and other insurance benefits for employee and family
  • Retirement benefits
  • Paid holidays
  • Vacation
  • Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
  • Share-based long-term incentive program eligibility