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Manager Stat Programmer

Iqvia
IQVIA
10-11 years
Not Disclosed
Bangalore, India
10 April 6, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Manager – Statistical Programming | Full-Time | Bangalore, India
Experience Required: 10–11 years (including 1+ year in leadership role)

Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Manager – Statistical Programming to lead and manage a team of statistical programmers in Bangalore. This role is responsible for driving high-quality statistical programming deliverables across multiple clinical projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and leading team development, project execution, and process improvements. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and experience in clinical trial data analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership & Management

  • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of statistical programmers, including hiring, training, and performance management.

  • Conduct regular team meetings to review project status, timelines, risks, utilization, and development goals.

  • Drive employee engagement initiatives and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

  • Ensure adequate resource planning and allocation across multiple projects and timelines.

Technical & Project Oversight

  • Serve as lead statistical programmer for complex or high-priority clinical projects.

  • Provide advanced technical expertise in statistical programming and support internal and external stakeholders.

  • Review and validate programming processes, methodologies, and outputs to ensure compliance with standards.

  • Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs), performance metrics, and best practices.

  • Stay updated with advancements in statistical programming and clinical data standards.

Project Planning & Delivery

  • Collaborate with project leads to manage workloads, staffing needs, and project timelines.

  • Support bid defenses, Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposal (RFP), and budget planning activities.

  • Monitor project financials including forecasting, burn rate, and out-of-scope activities.

  • Identify risks proactively and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery.

Quality & Compliance

  • Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, SOPs, and clinical data standards.

  • Support internal and external audits and inspections, ensuring team readiness and compliance.

  • Drive continuous process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and delivery timelines.

Communication & Stakeholder Management

  • Act as a key liaison between leadership, project teams, and clients.

  • Communicate project updates, risks, and opportunities effectively to stakeholders.

  • Foster strong relationships with cross-functional teams and clients to ensure successful project outcomes.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Master’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Biostatistics, or related field with 10 years of relevant experience, including at least 1 year in a leadership role; OR

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 11 years of relevant experience, including leadership experience.

  • Advanced expertise in SAS programming and strong knowledge of statistical analysis and clinical trial processes.

  • Experience with CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM) and clinical data workflows.

  • Proven leadership, mentoring, and team management skills.

  • Strong project management, organizational, and time management abilities.

  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a matrix environment.

  • Knowledge of project financials, forecasting, and risk management.

Location: Bangalore, India

Why Join Us:

  • Lead high-impact global clinical research projects in a dynamic and innovative environment.

  • Collaborate with experienced professionals across biostatistics, clinical operations, and data management.

  • Access leadership development programs and career growth opportunities.

  • Be part of an organization committed to quality, innovation, and improving patient outcomes worldwide.