Senior Statistical Programmer

Syneos Health

. Develop custom programming code using SAS or other software to generate summary tables, data listings, graphs, and derived datasets according to statistical analysis plans and programming specifications .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • IndiaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive programming experience in SAS, with the ability to develop complex specifications for datasets and outputs in a clinical trial environment. Strong leadership skills in managing programming activities and mentoring personnel while ensuring quality standards and project requirements are met.

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SAS ProgrammingStatistical Analysis Plans ReviewData Specification DevelopmentProject ManagementMentoring Programming Personnel

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Hard Skills

Custom Programming Code DevelopmentValidation ProgrammingQuality ControlData Listings GenerationGraph CreationDerived Dataset GenerationDiscrepancy ResolutionDocumentation MaintenanceTesting and VerificationStatistical Programming

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationTeam CollaborationAdaptabilityMeeting Facilitation

Industry Keywords

Clinical Trial EnvironmentProgramming SpecificationsProject RequirementsInspection ReadinessSponsor Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop custom programming code using SAS or other software to generate summary tables, data listings, graphs, and derived datasets according to statistical analysis plans and programming specifications
Ensure outputs meet quality standards and project requirements
Perform validation programming and resolve discrepancies with Programmers, Biostatisticians, and project team members
Maintain complete, current project documentation, testing, verification, and quality-control materials for inspection readiness
Manage schedules and priorities across multiple projects and adapt workloads to timeline changes
Develop specifications for datasets and outputs and anticipate programming issues
Prepare for and conduct internal meetings, distribute information and minutes, and follow action items through completion
Lead statistical programming activities and direct other programming personnel
Monitor progress on programming deliverables
Review Statistical Analysis Plans, mock shells, programming specifications, annotated CRFs, and SAS database designs
Participate in sponsor, kickoff, and bid defense meetings as the statistical programming representative
Mentor programming personnel through training, work reviews, feedback, and process guidance
Transfer deliverables and perform other assigned work-related duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate degree, preferably in a scientific or statistical discipline; in lieu of degree, an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated programming experience
Extensive programming experience in SAS or other required software, preferably in a clinical trial environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
Ability to develop specifications for datasets and outputs of any complexity according to statistical and sponsor requirements
Minimal travel may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career development and progression
Supportive and engaged line management
Technical and therapeutic area training
Peer recognition
Total rewards program
Inclusive culture
Reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, for employees or applicants with disabilities