About this Senior Statistical Programmer role at ICON plc
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.
We’re looking for a talented Senior Statistical Programmer to become a key contributor within our diverse, collaborative, and forward‑thinking team. At ICON, you’ll play an integral role in transforming clinical trial data into meaningful insights that drive critical decision‑making in global healthcare.
In this role, you’ll take ownership of developing and validating high‑quality statistical programs, partnering closely with expert biostatisticians, and ensuring our outputs meet the highest scientific and regulatory standards. Your expertise will directly support the success of our clinical studies and the advancement of life‑changing therapies.
What You Will Be Doing
Designing, developing, and validating SAS programs to support statistical analysis and reporting of clinical trial data.
Collaborating with biostatisticians to shape analysis plans, identify appropriate methodologies, and deliver reliable insights.
Conducting comprehensive quality control checks to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of statistical outputs.
Supporting the creation of statistical reports, presentations, and regulatory submission documentation.
Identifying opportunities to enhance programming processes, contributing to continuous improvement and innovation within the team.
Your Profile
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
Proven experience in statistical programming, ideally within clinical research or the pharmaceutical industry.
Strong command of SAS programming, with a solid grounding in statistical concepts and clinical data analysis.
Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with meticulous attention to detail.
Effective communicator with strong teamwork skills and the confidence to translate complex analyses into clear, actionable insights.
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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