Scientist, Statistical Programming, Early-Stage Oncology

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. Support statistical programming activities for early-stage oncology clinical development projects .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $96,200 - $151,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in SAS programming and statistical analysis for oncology clinical development, with a strong understanding of CDISC SDTM and ADaM standards. Collaborates effectively with project stakeholders and outsource partners to ensure high-quality deliverables and compliance with SOPs.

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SAS Programming ExperienceR ProgrammingCDISC SDTM and ADaM KnowledgeStatistical Analysis and ReportingCollaboration and Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

SAS ProgrammingR ProgrammingStatistical AnalysisData Steps and ProceduresSAS/MACROSAS/GRAPHEfficacy and Safety DatasetsValidation TasksReporting DeliverablesClinical Trial Environment

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsNegotiation SkillsWritten CommunicationOral CommunicationPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Unix Operating SystemDatabase ExperienceSoftware Development Life Cycle

Industry Keywords

Oncology Clinical DevelopmentPharmaceutical Development ProcessesClinical Endpoint DataSOPsR&D Projects

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SDLCUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support statistical programming activities for early-stage oncology clinical development projects
Develop and execute statistical analysis and reporting datasets, tables, listings, figures, and submission deliverables under guidance of a senior-level programmer
Perform validation tasks according to departmental SOPs
Collaborate with outsource partners on medical monitoring report development, validation, and deployment
Collaborate with statistics and project stakeholders to gather and document user requirements
Programmatically develop, validate, and maintain efficacy and safety datasets, tables, listings, and figures at protocol level
Assure deliverable quality and compliance with departmental SOPs and good programming practices
Collaborate with project team members, including outsource provider staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Life Sciences, Engineering, or related field, plus a minimum of 2 years SAS programming experience in a clinical trial environment
R programming is highly preferred
Good interpersonal skills and ability to negotiate and collaborate effectively
Good written, oral, and presentation skills
Knowledge and experience developing analysis and reporting deliverables for R&D projects
Ability to take direction effectively and complete tasks at a project level
SAS programming experience including data steps, procedures, SAS/MACRO, and SAS/GRAPH
Ability to quickly and effectively learn new programming techniques and data structures
Knowledge of CDISC SDTM and ADaM standards
Interest in advancing career through development activities and increasing responsibility
Knowledge of pharmaceutical development processes and clinical endpoint data is preferred
Unix operating system experience; systems and database experience is preferred
Good working knowledge of reporting processes, SOPs, and software development life cycle is preferred
US and Puerto Rico residents only
No visa sponsorship
Travel requirements: 10%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable
Medical, dental, and vision healthcare
Other insurance benefits for employee and family
Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
Paid holidays
Vacation
Compassionate days
Sick days
Hybrid work arrangement