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Lead Statistical Programmer

8+ years
₹20 – ₹30 LPA
10 July 31, 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

Lead Statistical Programmer – Service Delivery – Bangalore (Hybrid)
Location: Bangalore, Karnataka
Department: Service Delivery
Employment Type: Full-Time


Company Overview:
Sitero is a dynamic leader in clinical research and healthcare solutions, committed to enhancing patient outcomes through cutting-edge technologies and expert-driven services. We are expanding our global operations and seeking a highly skilled Lead Statistical Programmer to join our Service Delivery team.


Position Summary:
The Lead Statistical Programmer will take ownership of statistical programming activities including the generation of SDTM and ADaM datasets, clinical tables, listings, and graphs using SAS. This position requires strong clinical programming expertise with a focus on CDISC standards, quality assurance, and cross-functional collaboration. The role involves leading programming initiatives, mentoring junior programmers, and ensuring timely, accurate data outputs for client and regulatory use.


Primary Responsibilities:

  • Develop and validate SAS edit check programs and datasets in compliance with client specifications.

  • Convert EDC data to protocol-specific SAS datasets aligned with SDTM and ADaM standards.

  • Assist in creating SAS macro and format libraries and maintain SAS programming documentation.

  • Participate in quality assurance activities including peer review, testing, and documentation.

  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and company data standards.

  • Review and approve User Requirement Specifications (URS) and other key documents.

  • Lead Clinical Data Management programming efforts to meet project deadlines.

  • Coordinate with other departments (e.g., Project Management, Study QA, Operations Programming) to ensure cross-functional efficiency.

  • Provide SAS environment support including installations and maintenance.


Secondary Responsibilities:

  • Contribute to training and mentoring initiatives for Clinical Programming staff.

  • Continuously improve department procedures and participate in process optimization projects.

  • Actively participate in internal and external training programs to maintain technical knowledge.

  • Support transparency and documentation through adherence to SOPs and best practices.


Qualifications:
Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Life Sciences, or related field.

  • Education in applied sciences or human-computer interaction fields is a plus.

Experience:

  • 8+ years of SAS programming experience in the pharmaceutical/clinical research industry.

  • 5+ years working with CDISC, SQL, and relational databases.

  • 3+ years understanding database structures and generating reports from raw clinical data.

Key Skills:

  • Advanced SAS programming, with expertise in SDTM, ADaM, and TFL generation.

  • Strong knowledge of clinical data standards and regulatory requirements.

  • Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills.

  • High attention to detail, ability to work independently and within a team.

  • Strong time management and problem-solving abilities.


Working Conditions:

  • Travel: 5–20%

  • Lifting: Up to 25 lbs

  • Work Environment: Prolonged computer use


Estimated Salary: ₹20 – ₹30 LPA (based on experience and role complexity)