Principal Programmer Analyst / Programmer Analyst
West London, Stockley Park, UK
Req No.: 48343
Basic Qualifications
BSc (Hons) (or equivalent) in computer science, mathematics, or similar
scientific/numerate subject, with related experience in programming roles.
Advanced SASŪ skills are essential.
Preferred Qualifications
Extensive programming experience within the Pharmaceutical, CRO or medical
environment is desirable. Ideally the candidate should have successfully
supported the programming activities of at least two submissions for new
chemical entities (NDA & MAA).
Details
GlaxoSmithKline is one of the world's leading pharmaceutical and
healthcare companies, with statisticians and programmers working in
Research and Development at UK and US sites. We currently have two
vacancies at our Stockley Park site for Programmer Analysts to join our
Oncology portfolio.
As a key member of a global team you will be working alongside medical
statisticians and other Programmer Analysts and directly interacting with
clinical, regulatory, and commercial customer groups.
The scope of the role within our oncology portfolio will include
performing and co-ordinating analysis and reporting activities for phase
II-IV clinical trials, encompassing work from study set-up through to
major regulatory submission activities within the US and EU. It may also
include the provision of programming support for commercial activities and
regulatory agencies outside the US/EU. Reviewing protocols, Case Report
Forms and Reporting and Analysis Plans, specifying structure and content
of reporting datasets, developing and testing SAS programs, providing SAS
programs and FDA compliant SAS datasets to the FDA and producing summary
statistics in the form of tables, listings and graphics are all key
activities encompassed within the role.
The successful candidate should have a proven ability to co-ordinate
reporting activities conducted by other programming personnel across
multiple sites and/or CROs. An ability to guide team members and aid them
in troubleshooting are also required attributes for this position. You
should be able to work independently and also as part of a cross
functional team, ensuring appropriate quality control and validation of
work to meet regulatory requirements. Ability to communicate effectively
both verbally and in writing, along with good influencing and negotiation
skills are also required attributes for this role. Good team work,
organisation skills and ability to meet tight timelines are essential for
this role.
For applicants with a statistical background, the role may also encompass
writing of Reporting and Analysis Plans, input to study design activities
such as sample size generation, and performing statistical analysis
programming/validation.
When applying for this role, please use the 'cover letter' of the on-line
application or your CV to describe how you meet the requirements this
role. Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. The information
that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess
your application.
Closing Date for Applications: 9th May, 2008
To Apply:
At GlaxoSmithKline we provide a supportive working environment, and a
range of development challenges and opportunities. We also offer
competitive benefits and compensation packages designed to attract and to
retain the very best. For confidential consideration and efficient
processing, please apply online via our career pages at www.gsk.com.
Enter requisition number 48343 to be taken directly to this vacancy.
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