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Global Lead Statistical Programmer

Sun Pharma
Sun Pharma
7-8+ years
preferred by company
10 Feb. 11, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time 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

Global Lead Statistical Programmer

Location: Mumbai / Gurugram, India (100% Remote for the Right Candidate)
Company: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Date Posted: February 1, 2026
Business Unit: Global Development Biometric Sciences (GDBS)
Job Grade: Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Pharmaceuticals | Clinical Data Management | Biostatistics


About Sun Pharma

Sun Pharma is a global pharmaceutical leader dedicated to advancing healthcare through innovative medicines and clinical solutions. With a strong presence in India and international markets, Sun Pharma fosters a culture of scientific excellence, collaboration, and innovation, empowering professionals to thrive in a dynamic, patient-centric environment.

Learn more: www.sunpharma.com


Job Summary

The Global Lead Statistical Programmer will lead statistical programming activities for multiple clinical trials (Phase I-IV) across therapeutic areas, ensuring high-quality, regulatory-compliant deliverables. This role involves end-to-end programming, CDISC dataset creation, TLF generation, regulatory submission support, and mentoring junior programmers. The ideal candidate combines technical expertise in SAS programming, strong clinical data knowledge, and leadership skills.


Key Responsibilities

Statistical Programming Leadership

  • Lead programming activities for multiple studies/projects within a therapeutic area, ensuring timely and accurate deliverables

  • Develop and maintain CDISC-compliant SDTM and ADaM datasets, tables, listings, and figures (TLFs)

  • Contribute to standard macros, libraries, and programming processes for consistency and efficiency

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

Regulatory Submission Support

  • Manage P21 deliverables and eCRT packages including aCRF, define.XML, cSDRG, ADRG, and ARM for FDA, EMA, PMDA, and other regulatory submissions

  • Ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines (eCTD, sdTCG, DSC) and internal SOPs

  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve queries and support global regulatory submissions

Project Execution & Team Collaboration

  • Plan and execute programming tasks independently while collaborating with cross-functional global teams

  • Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for clinical data programming, providing guidance and mentorship to junior programmers

  • Monitor project timelines, deliverables, and quality to ensure regulatory compliance

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

  • Participate in the development of standard programming tools and utility macros

  • Propose innovative solutions to enhance programming efficiency and data quality

  • Demonstrate Sun Pharma’s values of excellence, collaboration, innovation, and accountability


Required Qualifications & Experience

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field

Experience:

  • 7-8+ years of experience in clinical trial data programming within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO, or healthcare industry

  • Oncology therapeutic area experience preferred

Technical Skills:

  • Strong SAS programming expertise in clinical data environments

  • Working knowledge of R, Python, or other programming languages is a plus

  • Experience with CDISC standards, regulatory submissions, and TLF generation

  • Familiarity with clinical trial principles, statistical concepts, and regulatory requirements (NDA, ANDA, FDA/EMA/PMDA)

Competencies:

  • Leadership and mentoring skills for junior programmers

  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in global, interdisciplinary teams

  • Attention to detail and adaptability in a fast-paced environment

  • Positive attitude, growth mindset, and strong communication skills


Why Join Sun Pharma?

  • Lead global statistical programming initiatives across multiple therapeutic areas

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on regulatory submissions and clinical development projects

  • Opportunity to mentor and guide junior programmers and shape global programming standards

  • Be part of a prestigious, patient-focused pharmaceutical company with opportunities for growth and international exposure


Travel

  • Low


At Sun Pharma, your success and well-being are our priorities. We offer a dynamic work environment, professional growth opportunities, and global exposure, empowering you to make a meaningful impact on patient care worldwide.