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Global Lead Statistical Programmer

Sun Pharma
Sun Pharma
7-8+ years
preferred by company
10 Feb. 6, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Remote Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title: Global Lead Statistical Programmer
Company: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Business Unit: Global Development Biometric Sciences (GDBS)
Job Grade: Manager
Date Posted: February 1, 2026
Location: Mumbai / Gurugram, India (100% Remote option available for the right candidate)
Employment Type: Full-Time


About Sun Pharma

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd is a global, research-driven pharmaceutical organization committed to delivering high-quality, affordable medicines worldwide. With a strong focus on innovation, compliance, and scientific excellence, Sun Pharma offers professionals an opportunity to contribute to global drug development programs while growing in a collaborative and performance-driven environment.


Role Overview

Sun Pharma is seeking an experienced Global Lead Statistical Programmer to join its Global Development Biometric Sciences (GDBS) team. This leadership role is responsible for end-to-end statistical programming activities across Phase I–IV clinical studies, supporting regulatory submissions and global development strategies.

The role requires strong expertise in SAS programming, CDISC standards, regulatory submissions, and cross-functional collaboration in a global clinical development environment.


Key Responsibilities

Statistical Programming Leadership

  • Lead statistical programming activities for one or more Phase I–IV clinical studies, ensuring alignment with project strategies and timelines.

  • Act as programming lead for assigned therapeutic areas, compounds, or indications across multiple studies.

  • Perform and oversee end-to-end programming activities as a subject matter expert.

Programming Deliverables and Standards

  • Develop, review, and maintain programming documentation in compliance with internal standards and SOPs.

  • Create and review CDISC-compliant SDTM mapping specifications and ADaM specifications.

  • Develop and oversee SAS programs for SDTM, ADaM datasets, and Tables, Listings, and Figures (TLFs).

  • Contribute to the development and maintenance of standard macros, utilities, libraries, and programming processes.

Regulatory Submissions

  • Handle P21-related activities and prepare complete eCRT packages, including aCRF, define.xml, cSDRG, ADRG, and ARM.

  • Support global regulatory submissions (FDA, EMA, PMDA, and other health authorities) in accordance with sdTCG, DSC, and eCTD requirements.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to respond to health authority queries and requests.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with statisticians, data management, clinical teams, regulatory affairs, and external vendors to ensure timely, high-quality deliverables.

  • Participate in CRF annotation, SAP review, TLF specification development, and TLF review activities.

Quality, Compliance, and Mentorship

  • Ensure all programming outputs meet regulatory, quality, and submission standards.

  • Adhere to internal SOPs, regulatory guidance, and industry best practices.

  • Mentor and coach junior programmers and new hires, fostering technical excellence and teamwork.


Education and Experience Requirements

Educational Qualification:

  • Bachelor’s degree (minimum) in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related discipline

Experience Required:

  • 7–8+ years of hands-on statistical programming experience in clinical trial data processing within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO, or healthcare industries

  • Prior experience leading programming activities across multiple studies is required

Preferred Experience:

  • Oncology therapeutic area experience

  • Prior Programming Team Lead (PTL) experience


Key Skills and Competencies

  • Advanced SAS programming expertise in a clinical data environment

  • Strong working knowledge of CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM), TAUGs, and regulatory guidance

  • Experience supporting global regulatory submissions (NDA, ANDA, FDA, EMA, PMDA)

  • Knowledge of additional programming languages such as R or Python is an advantage

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills

  • Ability to work independently and effectively within global, cross-functional teams

  • Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills

  • SAS certifications are an added advantage


Travel Requirement

  • Low travel requirement


Why Join Sun Pharma

Sun Pharma offers a dynamic and inclusive work environment with opportunities for global exposure, leadership development, and continuous learning. Employees benefit from robust career growth programs, competitive benefits, and the flexibility to work remotely based on role requirements.