Sr. Stat. Prog. Specialist

Summary of Responsibilities: With sufficient experience assume the role of a Lead Statistical Programmer for CP studies only with support from senior programming staff. Plan, execute and oversee all programming activities on a study, including but not limited to, resource estimation, working within budget, meeting timelines, maximizing quality, interaction with other departments and the client, etc. Develop and maintain SAS programs to create SDTM and ADaM datasets and TFLs, and perform QC of SDTM, ADaMs and TFLs. Produce Define XML/PDFs, Analysis Results Metadata (ARM), annotated eCRFs and Reviews Guides to support SDTMs and ADaMs. With support from senior programming staff, develop specifications for SDTMs and ADaM datasets. Review SAPs and TFL shells from a programming perspective for studies with support from senior programming staff. Respond to QA and client audits with support from senior programming staff. And all other duties as needed or assigned. Qualifications (Minimum Required): Bachelor’s degree, preferably in mathematics, statistics, computing, life science, health science, or related subjects. Experience and/or education plus relevant work experience, equating to a Bachelor's degree. Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements. Language Skills Required: Speaking: Yes, English Required. Writing/Reading: Yes, English Required. Experience (Minimum Required): Typically, 4+ years of SAS® programming experience in the CRO or Pharmaceutical industry, or an equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the key responsibilities of the job. Knowledge of CDISC requirements. Physical Demands/Work Environment: Office or home-based environment, as requested by the line manager. Travel Requirements: Local. Domestic. Regional. % of time: Approximately 5%. % of the above that requires overnight stay: Approximately up to 100%. Travel is primarily to where: client meetings and trainings. Learn more about our EEO & Accommodations request here. Apply To This Job

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