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Principal Stat Programmer

8+ years
₹18,00,000 – ₹28,00,000 per annum
10 Aug. 13, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./M.Sc./B.Pharm/M.Pharm/Life science 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

Principal Statistical Programmer – Remote India
Location: Remote – India
Salary: Competitive senior-level compensation, typically ₹18,00,000 – ₹28,00,000 per annum based on expertise in statistical programming and leadership experience.

Syneos Health is seeking an experienced Principal Statistical Programmer to lead complex programming activities for global clinical trials. This senior role offers remote flexibility in India, competitive pay, and the opportunity to work with one of the most recognized biopharmaceutical solutions providers worldwide. You will manage programming deliverables, oversee CDISC-compliant datasets, mentor junior staff, and ensure excellence in statistical reporting for regulatory submissions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and validate SAS programs for generating tables, listings, graphs, and derived datasets in line with SAP and programming specifications.

  • Ensure outputs meet quality standards and adhere to project timelines.

  • Perform validation programming and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with project teams.

  • Review and develop dataset specifications, ensuring compliance with sponsor and regulatory requirements.

  • Lead programming activities for multiple complex or global projects, coordinating with other statistical programmers and biostatisticians.

  • Participate in sponsor meetings, bid defenses, and kickoff discussions as the programming lead.

  • Mentor and train programming staff, providing feedback and technical guidance.

  • Act as subject matter expert (SME) for CDISC SDTM and ADaM standards, conducting compliance reviews and supporting regulatory submissions.

  • Contribute to SOPs, tools, and macros for standardization and efficiency improvements.

  • Provide technical updates on evolving CDISC and regulatory standards to the Biometrics Department.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in statistics, life sciences, mathematics, or related field (or equivalent experience).

  • Minimum 8 years of hands-on SAS programming experience in clinical trials.

  • Proven ability to lead multiple concurrent programming projects with global teams.

  • Strong knowledge of CDISC standards and regulatory submission requirements.

  • Experience mentoring and training statistical programmers.

  • Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written).

  • Familiarity with regulatory agency submissions is preferred.

  • Ability to travel occasionally if required.

Why Join Syneos Health?

  • Work on industry-leading clinical research projects with global pharmaceutical and biotech companies.

  • Be part of the team that contributed to 94% of all novel FDA-approved drugs in the last 5 years.

  • Competitive salary and flexible remote work setup.

  • Professional growth through training, mentorship, and leadership opportunities.

  • Collaborative culture with focus on innovation, quality, and diversity.

Work Mode: Remote – India

Join Syneos Health as a Principal Statistical Programmer and lead high-impact programming efforts that advance innovative therapies worldwide. Apply now to make a difference in global healthcare.