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Lead Clinical Data Science Programmer

0-2 years
Not Disclosed
10 Oct. 13, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/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

Lead Clinical Data Science Programmer – ICON plc

Locations: Bangalore / Chennai / Bengaluru
Job ID: JR133677
Portfolio: Full Service & Corporate Support – Clinical Data Scientist Lead
Work Type: Office-Based


Company Overview

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We foster an inclusive environment that drives innovation and excellence, advancing the future of clinical development.


Role Overview

The Lead Clinical Data Science Programmer will design, develop, and validate clinical data solutions, ensuring accurate handling, analysis, and reporting of complex clinical trial data. The role involves technical leadership, mentoring junior programmers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven insights supporting innovative therapies.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, development, and validation of data science programming solutions for clinical trials.

  • Collaborate with biostatisticians, data managers, and clinical teams to develop data specifications and analysis plans.

  • Program and validate datasets, tables, listings, and figures (TLFs) according to study requirements.

  • Ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity of clinical data through rigorous quality control and validation checks.

  • Mentor and guide junior programmers, providing technical leadership within the data science programming team.

  • Drive data-driven insights to support clinical research and decision-making.


Required Education & Skills

  • Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science, Biostatistics, Data Science, or a related field.

  • Extensive experience in clinical data programming with proficiency in SAS, R, or other relevant programming languages.

  • In-depth knowledge of clinical trial data structures, CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM), and regulatory requirements.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on data accuracy and quality.

  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.


Benefits

ICON offers competitive compensation along with benefits focused on well-being and work-life balance, including:

  • Annual leave entitlements

  • Health insurance options for employees and families

  • Competitive retirement planning offerings

  • Global Employee Assistance Programme (LifeWorks, 24/7 access to specialized professionals)

  • Life assurance

  • Flexible, country-specific optional benefits (childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, etc.)

More details: ICON Careers Benefits


Diversity & Inclusion

ICON values inclusion and belonging. All candidates receive equal consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations are available: Request here


Application Encouragement

Even if you don’t meet all requirements, you are encouraged to apply – you may be exactly what ICON is looking for.