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Principal Statistical Programmer – Clinical Trials

Syneos Health
Syneos Health
7-8 years
upto 9 LPA
Remote
7 April 23, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Remote Education: B.Pharm, M.Pharm, Pharm D., BSc., MSc. Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Principal Statistical Programmer – Clinical Trials

Location: India (Remote)
Company: Syneos Health
Job ID: 25105430
Experience Required: 8+ years (Not suitable for freshers)


About the Company

Syneos Health is a globally established, fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization that accelerates clinical development and commercialization outcomes. With a strong presence across global markets, the organization collaborates with leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies to deliver high-impact healthcare solutions.


Job Overview

The Principal Statistical Programmer is a senior-level, client-facing role responsible for leading statistical programming activities across clinical trials. This position requires deep expertise in clinical data standards, advanced programming, and leadership in delivering high-quality statistical outputs aligned with regulatory requirements.

This role is ideal for experienced professionals who can independently manage complex datasets, lead programming teams, and drive innovation in statistical programming processes.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development, validation, and maintenance of statistical programming standards and best practices

  • Provide technical leadership in creating analysis datasets, tables, listings, and figures (TLFs)

  • Collaborate with statisticians, sponsors, and cross-functional teams to translate study requirements into programming deliverables

  • Ensure accuracy, consistency, and regulatory compliance of statistical outputs

  • Design and implement efficient, scalable programming solutions for clinical trial data

  • Perform troubleshooting, debugging, and resolution of complex programming challenges

  • Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to quality standards and SOPs

  • Mentor and guide junior programmers, supporting team capability development

  • Act as a primary point of contact for clients, managing timelines, expectations, and deliverables

  • Continuously improve programming workflows, tools, and automation strategies


Required Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in Statistics, Computer Science, or related discipline

  • Minimum 8+ years of experience in clinical statistical programming within CRO, pharma, or biotech industry

  • Strong hands-on expertise in ADaM and TLF development (mandatory)

  • Working knowledge of SDTM standards (preferred)

  • Proven experience in study lead roles with client-facing responsibilities

  • Strong understanding of clinical trial data, statistical methodologies, and regulatory requirements

  • Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills


Technical Skills

  • Proficiency in SAS (mandatory); experience with R or Python is an added advantage

  • Expertise in clinical data standards such as CDISC (ADaM, SDTM)

  • Experience in generating regulatory-compliant outputs for submissions (FDA, EMA)

  • Ability to manage large-scale datasets and complex programming workflows


Preferred Certifications

  • SAS Certified Advanced Programmer for SAS 9 or equivalent


Role Impact and Career Scope

This is a high-impact leadership role within the Statistical Programming function, contributing directly to global clinical trial delivery. Professionals in this role are recognized as subject matter experts and play a critical role in shaping programming strategies, improving operational efficiency, and influencing study outcomes.


Important Note for Applicants

This is a senior-level opportunity requiring extensive hands-on experience in statistical programming and clinical trials. Freshers or entry-level candidates are advised to explore roles such as Statistical Programmer I or Clinical Data Analyst to build foundational experience before progressing to principal-level roles.


Why This Role Stands Out

  • Remote flexibility with global project exposure

  • Opportunity to lead high-value clinical development programs

  • Direct client interaction and strategic decision-making involvement

  • Strong career progression within a global CRO environment


How to Apply

Apply through the official careers page of Syneos Health or explore verified global opportunities on ThePharmaDaily.com