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Statistical Programmer

ICON
5+ years
Not Disclosed
Bangalore, Chennai, Trivandrum, India
10 May 28, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Remote Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Statistical Programmer

Company

ICON plc – A global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization focused on accelerating the development of new medicines and treatments.


Job Details

  • Job Title: Statistical Programmer

  • Job Requisition ID: JR138352

  • Employment Type: Full-time

  • Work Mode: Office or Home

  • Locations:

    • Bangalore, India

    • Chennai, India

    • Trivandrum, India


About the Role

ICON is seeking a Statistical Programmer to join its clinical development team. In this role, you will develop and validate statistical programs that support clinical trial analysis, reporting, and regulatory submissions.

You will work closely with biostatisticians and cross-functional teams to ensure accurate analysis and interpretation of clinical data, contributing directly to high-quality clinical research outcomes.


Key Responsibilities

1. Statistical Programming

  • Develop, validate, and maintain complex statistical programs using:

    • SAS

    • R

    • Other relevant tools

  • Support:

    • Data manipulation

    • Statistical analysis

    • Clinical trial reporting

2. Collaboration & Analysis Support

  • Work closely with:

    • Biostatisticians

    • Clinical research teams

  • Translate study requirements into accurate programming implementations.

3. Documentation & Compliance

  • Prepare and review:

    • Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs)

    • Programming specifications

    • Derived datasets

  • Ensure compliance with:

    • Regulatory standards

    • ICH/GCP guidelines

4. Data Integrity & Quality Assurance

  • Ensure accuracy, consistency, and integrity of clinical trial data.

  • Perform validation and quality checks on statistical outputs.

5. Mentorship & Training

  • Mentor junior programmers.

  • Support training on programming standards, tools, and best practices.


Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in:

    • Statistics

    • Mathematics

    • Computer Science

    • Or related field

  • Advanced degree is a plus

Experience

  • 5+ years of experience as a Statistical Programmer in the clinical research industry.

Technical Skills

  • Strong proficiency in:

    • SAS

    • R

  • Exposure to:

    • Python

    • R Shiny

  • Experience with clinical data management systems

Core Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

  • High attention to detail

  • Ability to work independently and in teams

  • Excellent communication skills, including ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders


Employment Requirement

Employment is subject to having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.


Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

  • Competitive salary and performance incentives

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Retirement and pension plans

  • Life and disability coverage

  • Employee wellness programs

  • Learning and career development opportunities

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.


Inclusion & Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace.

Reasonable accommodations are available during the recruitment process upon request.