Job Description
As part of the ECOA Data Programming team you write the data transfer and codings that will deliver to our clients via SAS based datasets. Our eCOA team is growing in India, and with big ambitions and a clear vision for the future, now is the time to join Clario as a SAS Programmer (internally referred to as Systems Analyst II).
What you'll be doing
As the SAS Programmer (internally referred to as Systems Analyst II) you will be responsible for Creating, maintain, and test code used for non-standard data file creation as well as for CDISC SDTM datasets; mentor System Analyst I staff; programming resource for Clinical Data Operations staff and other departments as needed including creation of statistical and submission-ready datasets.
Attend client meetings as appropriate to understand data collection requirements for the protocol
Receive and review standard Clario/non-Clario standard client file specifications from Data Manager/Project Manager or client and interact with the client to finalize transfer specifications
Develop and validate programs to create non-standard data files as well as CDISC SDTM compliant datasets
Create submission-ready datasets for eCOA trials (SDTM QS)
As part of the Software Development Life Cycle, develop and unit test code, create and execute test scripts and perform peer review
Process data extracts, review encoding requests daily to run encoding programs and archive studies
Performing ad-hoc programming activities utilizing raw data based on internal and external requests for:
Esoteric quality control checks.
Data resolution/mining
Treatment emergent flags and other specifications per Statistical Analysis Plan.
Work with data management in providing programming support for DM activities including data review
Prepare and participate in internal and external audits
Work across multiple service lines and modalities
Work hand in hand with a cross functional teams (Data Managers, Project Managers and other industry experts) for project delivery - for example to support New Product Initiatives and Minimum Viable Product solutions
Identify opportunities to improve the methodology and provide practical solutions for problems
Contribute to the development of best practice to improve quality, efficiency and effectiveness
Assist with orientation and training of CDP and Data Management / Project Management personnel as determined by management
Mentoring entry level staff based on the teams needs and dynamics
Review and development of SOPs and associated documents related to CDP activities.Maintain working knowledge of CDISC SDTM standards and recommend changes to processes and standard specifications as needed
Complete administration tasks as needed within CDP
Proven experience working with large, complex, real-world data sets (more specifically patient data)
What we look for:
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in informatics, Mathematics, Computer Science or other relevant qualification
3+ experience in a Pharmaceutical company or a CRO as a SAS Programmer
Hands on Experience in SAS/BASE, SAS Macros and SAS SQL procedures with database design and data structures
Experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry is preferred
Prior experience in implementing CDISC SDTM and Define standards. Working knowledge of CM, EX, FA, QS CDISC domains would be valuable
Knowledge of technical and regulatory requirements related to the role
SAS Certified Specialist: Base Programming
SAS Certified Professional: Advanced Programming is a plus
Experience with DB programming (SQL server) is a plus
What we offer
Competitive compensation + shift allowances
Attractive benefits (security, flexibility, support and well-being)
Engaging employee programs
Technology for hybrid working and great onsite facilities