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About this Senior Clinical Data Science Programmer role at ICON plc

ICON plc · Onsite · South Africa, Johannesburg
Senior Clinical Data Science Programmer

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.


As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.


As a Senior Clinical Data Science Programmer at ICON, you will develop and implement programming solutions to support the analysis and reporting of clinical trial data.


What You Will Do:

Your experience in clinical data science will be key in delivering high-quality outcomes and mentoring colleagues.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing, validating, and maintaining programming solutions for data analysis and reporting in clinical trials.
  • Collaborating with clinical data scientists and biostatisticians to ensure the integration of programming solutions into the overall data management process.
  • Overseeing the generation of statistical datasets, tables, listings, and figures to support regulatory submissions and study reports.
  • Providing guidance on programming best practices, coding standards, and data quality control measures.
  • Staying updated on advancements in programming languages and data management tools to enhance operational efficiencies.

Your Profile:

You will have a strong foundation in clinical data science, with the experience to work independently and guide others.

Required qualifications and experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, computer science, or a related discipline
  • Extensive experience in programming for clinical trials, with proficiency in languages such as SAS, R, or Python.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, with a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and influence outcomes.

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.


Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.


Benefits may include:

  • Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
  • Retirement and pension plans
  • Life assurance and disability coverage
  • Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.


Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.


Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.


If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.

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About ICON plc

ICON is an award-winning workplace that enables you to make a difference to patients’ lives by being part of a world-class clinical research organisation that helps deliver new medicines & medical devices that are benefitting patients worldwide. You are also part of a diverse company that cares about our world and is dedicated to conducting business more sustainably and supporting the communities in which we live. If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a great environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.

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