Principal Statistical Programmer in United States at Jobgether

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Principal Statistical Programmer in the United States.

This senior-level role sits at the core of clinical and pharmaceutical research, leading statistical programming efforts that directly support clinical trials, regulatory submissions, and real-world evidence generation. You will oversee complex programming projects, ensuring high-quality statistical outputs that inform critical drug development decisions. Acting as both a technical leader and project lead, you will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines and deliverables, and ensure compliance with industry standards. The role combines deep SAS expertise with leadership responsibilities, including mentoring junior programmers and guiding methodological best practices. You will collaborate closely with statisticians, clients, and internal stakeholders to translate analysis plans into robust datasets, tables, and figures. This is a highly impactful position in a remote, collaborative environment where precision, scientific rigor, and operational excellence are essential.

You will lead statistical programming projects end-to-end, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant delivery of clinical analysis outputs while guiding teams and improving programming standards across studies.

• Lead one or more statistical programming project teams to deliver analysis datasets, tables, figures, and listings on time and within quality standards
• Manage project resources, timelines, budgets, and study-level metrics across multiple concurrent initiatives
• Collaborate with statisticians and clients to review analysis plans and implement study-specific requirements
• Develop, review, and maintain analysis dataset specifications and complex SAS programs
• Produce and validate statistical outputs, including SDTM/ADaM datasets, summaries, and regulatory documentation
• Prepare and package final deliverables, including DEFINE.xml, Reviewer’s Guides, and submission-ready documentation
• Serve as a technical consultant and represent statistical programming in cross-functional and client meetings
• Mentor junior programmers and contribute to training, process improvement, and macro library development

You bring deep expertise in SAS programming and clinical research environments, combined with strong leadership capabilities and a solid understanding of pharmaceutical data standards and statistical methodologies.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant field
• 10+ years of SAS programming experience, including at least 7 years in the pharmaceutical or clinical research industry
• Strong expertise in SAS/Base, SAS Macro programming, and ODS outputs (Word, Excel, XML)
• Extensive experience with CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM) and clinical data structures
• Proven ability to develop complex SAS macros and optimize programming workflows
• Solid understanding of statistical concepts and clinical analysis methodologies
• Experience leading programming teams and managing multiple concurrent projects
• Strong skills in technical documentation, analysis specifications, and regulatory deliverables
• Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder management abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel for technical and reporting purposes

• Fully remote work opportunity across the United States
• Competitive salary package
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Paid time off (including discretionary PTO) and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and career development opportunities
• Employee assistance and wellness programs
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance coverage
• Telemedicine and virtual healthcare access
• Adoption assistance programs
• Employee discount programs
• Flexible and supportive work environment focused on growth and well-being