Senior EDC Programmer

ICON plc

. Develop, validate, and maintain programming solutions for CDMS (EDC systems such as Rave/Veeva), data validation outputs, data review/risk management outputs, custom reports, and programs in clinical trials, using SAS, R, and/or Python .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United States, Canada, Mexico, ColombiaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in EDC programming, particularly with Medidata Rave and Veeva, while utilizing programming languages such as R, Python, and SAS to develop and maintain clinical trial data solutions. Strong collaboration and mentoring abilities enhance team performance and operational efficiency.

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EDC ProgrammingMedidata RaveVeevaSASR

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Hard Skills

Programming Solutions DevelopmentData Validation OutputsData Review OutputsCustom ReportsData Transfer ProgramsSQLData ManagementClinical Trials ProgrammingData ExtractionTechnical Systems Improvement

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Clinical Data ManagementRisk ManagementData Management ProcessKnowledge SharingMentoring

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, validate, and maintain programming solutions for CDMS (EDC systems such as Rave/Veeva), data validation outputs, data review/risk management outputs, custom reports, and programs in clinical trials, using SAS, R, and/or Python
Develop and maintain programs required for handling external vendor data, using SAS, R, and/or SQL
Collaborate with data managers, project managers, clinical data scientists, and biostatisticians to integrate programming solutions into the overall data management process
Act as a primary point of contact during the study set up and maintenance phase for system programming-related questions
Support knowledge sharing within the Programming group through presentations and training materials
Perform extracts of data from CDMS and create data transfer programs
Mentor and provide guidance and support to more junior programmers assigned to a project
Assist in developing and implementing improvements to technical systems and processes within an SME role
Stay updated on advancements in programming languages and data management tools to enhance operational efficiencies

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience with EDC programming (Medidata Rave and/or Veeva) for data validation outputs, data review/risk management outputs, custom reports, and programs in clinical trials
Proficiency in one or more programming languages (R, Python, SAS and/or SQL)
Strong problem-solving and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, with a commitment to delivering high-quality results
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field
Legal right to work in the country where the role is based

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
Retirement and pension plans
Life assurance and disability coverage
Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways