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Dear Allstat, Job Title: Senior Statistical Programmer Department: Biostatistics and Statistical Programming Core Responsibilities: * Statistical programming for both production and QC of derived datasets, data listings, data summaries, figures and statistical appendices for global Phase I-IV trials. * Creation of study specifications for analysis datasets and pooled datasets for phase I-IV clinical trials. * Responsible for the quality and timeliness of statistical programming deliverables. * As Lead Programmer, to be primarily responsible for all statistical programming activities on allocated studies including planning and coordination of activities for assigned statistical programming team members. Principal Accountabilities: * Program analysis datasets, pooled datasets, listings, summaries, figures and tables for phase I-IV clinical trials and for overall summaries of safety and efficacy to my client and/or client specifications. * Production of study specifications for analysis datasets and pooled datasets for phase I-IV clinical trials. * Provide input as appropriate into specifications for data listings, data summaries/tables and figures for phase I-IV clinical trials, and for overall summaries of safety and efficacy, to ensure adherence to the standards of my client and/or the client. * Provide quality control for the above deliverables. * Produce SAS programs written to a standard as defined by my client and/or client good programming practice requirements. * Clearly document all work ensuring that program and project documentation are maintained to a high standard and on an ongoing basis. * Provide programming input into CRF(s) and data management plan(s) to ensure that these documents are consistent and adhere to the standards of my client and/or the client. * Provide input from a statistical programming perspective to the statistical analysis plan, the QC plan and project convention documents. * Provide input into specifications of data structures and databases to ensure adherence to my client and/or client standards. * Adhere to pre-defined project/study standards and specifications. * Input into estimation of task durations for programming deliverables. * Maintain efficient interfaces with internal and external customers in consultation with my client management. * Perform role of Lead Programmer on selected studies. * Provide transfer of SAS derived datasets, outputs and programs (as appropriate) from my client to Client. * Ensure timely and accurate entry of relevant study information occurs in MIS. * Ensure project and resource tracking sheets are accurate and updated as required. * Maintain up-to-date knowledge of new developments/functionality of SAS as new versions are released. * Actively participate at meetings, discussions and activities covering statistical programming aspects for assigned trials. * Provide input to departmental processes and procedures and take part in/lead process initiatives as required by management. * Act as a SAS programming consultant to clients and internal customers for projects. * Induct, coach, supervise and train programmers as appropriate on technical, trial and project level processes. * Conduct departmental training workshops or presentations as required. * Provide input to the appraisal process when required. * Provide input into recruitment process including interviewing. * Participate in, and support business development, e.g. bid defence meetings etc. * Ensure timesheets are accurate and updated on a weekly basis in MIS. Essential Work Experience and Qualifications * Minimum of BSc/BA or equivalent in computer science, mathematics, statistics, life sciences or related field(s). * Excellent SAS programming skills (BASE, MACRO, GRAPH). * Knowledge and experience in database design and structures. * Minimum of 4 years experience in programming in a clinical trials environment. * Knowledge of clinical trial practices, procedures and methodologies. * Good knowledge of statistical principals underlying clinical trials. My client Core Values: All My client employees are required to exhibit and demonstrate the my client 'Core values'. * Client focus. Satisfaction and Solutions * Dependability. Competence and Quality * Trustworthy. Open and Honest. * Innovative. Approaches and Technology * Winners. Win-Win Attributes Include. * Good organizational/time management skills. * A good understanding of resourcing and budgeting; business awareness. * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to operate effectively in a global working environment. * Work calmly under pressure and meet agreed deadlines. * Professional, positive and enthusiastic attitude. * A good understanding of medical terminology, clinical trial methodology and ICH/GCP. * An excellent investigative and meticulous approach to all activities and tasks. * Transparent approach, clear and precise. * Team player. * The ability to delegate tasks appropriately. I also have a variety of other Biometric specific vacancies available in the UK and throughout Europe. Inclusive of SAS Programming, Statistical, Data Management functions, please call me for further details.... If you would like to discuss this role in greater detail or your application / suitability to this or further roles, please call me or e-mail me in confidence. If you are not available or suited to this position, please feel free to pass my details on. For a confidential consultation call Mathew Hogan on 0044 (0) 207 255 6665 or email your CV to [log in to unmask] Regards Mathew Hogan Senior Consultant Pharmaceutical, Biometrics & CRO Division 1st Pharma People A Division of 1st-IT People Tel: +44 (0) 207 255 6665 Fax: +44 (0) 207 255 6656 mailto:[log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]> www.1st-pharmapeople.com <http://www.1st-pharmapeople.com/> PLEASE NOTE: As of 31st May 2005 our office address will change to; 1st IT People, 3rd Floor, Woolverstone House, 61-62 Berners Street, London. W1T 3NJ. As a result of this, we do have a new telephone number of 0207 255 6665. Please note our previous phone number will still work. 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