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Senior Stat Programmer

4+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Nov. 25, 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

Job Title: Senior Statistical Programmer
Location: Remote – India
Job Type: Full-Time
Job ID: 25103313
Updated On: November 13, 2025

Overview

Syneos Health is a global, fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization supporting clinical development, medical affairs, and commercial operations. With a presence in over 110 countries and more than 29,000 employees, Syneos Health delivers data-driven and patient-centered solutions designed to accelerate the development of new therapies.

The Senior Statistical Programmer role is a key position within the Statistical Programming group, responsible for high-quality statistical programming deliverables across clinical studies and regulatory submissions.

Experience Required

  • Minimum 4+ years of statistical programming experience, preferably in a clinical trial or CRO environment

  • Extensive hands-on experience with SAS programming

Educational Qualification

  • Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Life Sciences, or a related scientific discipline

  • Equivalent experience may be considered in place of formal education

Role Summary

The Senior Statistical Programmer is responsible for developing and validating complex programming code to generate statistical tables, listings, figures, analysis datasets, and other outputs based on project-specific requirements. This role also includes leading programming activities, mentoring junior programmers, and ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards and organizational SOPs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop custom programming code using SAS or other statistical software to produce TLFs and derived datasets as defined in statistical analysis plans and programming specifications

  • Perform validation programming and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with Biostatisticians and project team members

  • Maintain accurate, complete, and inspection-ready project documentation, including testing and quality-control documentation

  • Manage multiple concurrent projects, ensuring delivery within agreed timelines and according to sponsor and regulatory requirements

  • Develop specifications for complex datasets and outputs and anticipate potential programming challenges

  • Prepare and contribute effectively in internal meetings, ensuring timely communication and action tracking

  • Lead statistical programming activities and monitor progress of programming personnel on assigned deliverables

  • Review project documentation including SAPs, mock shells, annotated CRFs, and programming specifications

  • Participate in sponsor meetings, kick-off meetings, and bid defense presentations as required

  • Mentor junior programmers by developing training content, reviewing work, and providing constructive feedback

  • Assist with process improvement initiatives and support business needs as required

  • Perform additional statistical programming duties as assigned

  • Occasional travel may be required

Required Skills

  • Strong proficiency in SAS programming, including data manipulation, reporting, and analysis

  • Experience in clinical data structures, CDISC SDTM/ADaM standards, and regulatory submission requirements

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Ability to independently manage tasks, timelines, and priorities

  • Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail

  • Ability to collaborate effectively in a remote, cross-functional environment

Preferred Skills

  • Experience working within a CRO or global clinical research environment

  • Familiarity with regulatory expectations from FDA, EMA, and ICH

  • Knowledge of statistical concepts relevant to clinical research

  • Exposure to additional programming languages or tools

About Syneos Health

Over the past five years, Syneos Health has contributed to:

  • 94 percent of FDA-approved novel drugs

  • 95 percent of EMA-authorized products

  • Over 200 clinical trials across more than 73,000 sites and 675,000 patients

For more details, visit: syneoshealth.com

Additional Information

Responsibilities listed are not exhaustive and may be modified based on business needs. Syneos Health is committed to equal employment opportunities and compliance with global regulatory and accessibility standards.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply through The Pharma Daily – Global Pharma Jobs Portal. Candidates may also join the Syneos Health Talent Network for future opportunities.