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Pr. Statistical Programmer (Clinical Pharmacology)

Syneos Health
Syneos Health
0-2 years
Not Disclosed
Gurugram, Remote, India, India
10 May 6, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Remote Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

About Syneos Health

Syneos Health® is a fully integrated life sciences services organization that accelerates customer success across the drug development and commercialization lifecycle.

Key Highlights

  • 25,000+ employees globally

  • Supported:

    • 94% of novel FDA-approved drugs

    • 95% of EMA-authorized products

  • Extensive global clinical trial experience

Work Culture

  • Strong focus on employee development and career growth

  • Inclusive and collaborative workplace

  • Purpose-driven mission: “Driven to Deliver”


Role Overview

Position: Principal Statistical Programmer (Clinical Pharmacology)
Location: Gurugram, India (Hybrid)

This is a senior-level role responsible for leading complex statistical programming activities, acting as a subject matter expert (SME), and driving high-quality deliverables across clinical pharmacology studies.


Key Responsibilities

1. Statistical Programming & Deliverables

  • Develop custom programs using SAS or equivalent tools

  • Generate:

    • Tables, Listings, and Figures (TFLs)

    • Derived datasets

  • Follow Statistical Analysis Plans (SAP) and programming specifications

  • Ensure outputs meet quality and regulatory standards


2. Data Standards & Compliance

  • Apply and oversee:

    • CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM)

    • Regulatory submission requirements

  • Perform compliance reviews for:

    • SDTM/ADaM datasets

    • DEFINE.XML and regulatory deliverables

  • Ensure adherence to SOPs, WIs, and ICH guidelines


3. Validation & Quality Control

  • Perform validation programming

  • Resolve discrepancies with cross-functional teams

  • Maintain high standards of data accuracy and integrity


4. Project & Delivery Management

  • Manage multiple complex/global projects

  • Ensure on-time delivery of programming deliverables

  • Define timelines and negotiate priorities

  • Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies

  • Provide regular status updates to management


5. Leadership & Team Oversight

  • Act as Lead Statistical Programmer

  • Direct and monitor activities of programming teams

  • Mentor and train junior programmers

  • Provide performance feedback and guidance


6. Technical Expertise & Innovation

  • Serve as SME for:

    • CDISC standards

    • Regulatory submission requirements

  • Contribute to development of:

    • Programming tools and macros

    • Standardization processes

  • Support SOP and guideline development


7. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Participate in:

    • Sponsor meetings

    • Kickoff meetings

    • Bid defense meetings

  • Collaborate with:

    • Biostatistics teams

    • Cross-functional stakeholders

  • Provide expert input to improve study efficiency


8. Documentation & Inspection Readiness

  • Maintain:

    • Complete and accurate documentation

    • Testing and quality control records

  • Ensure readiness for audits and inspections


9. Training & Knowledge Sharing

  • Develop and deliver training programs

  • Guide teams on CDISC standards and best practices

  • Share updates on evolving regulatory and industry standards


10. Additional Responsibilities

  • Lead internal meetings and ensure follow-up actions

  • Support business initiatives and process improvements

  • Minimal travel as required


Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or statistical discipline (preferred)

  • Equivalent experience may be considered


Experience

  • Extensive experience in statistical programming within clinical trials

  • Proven ability to lead complex and global projects

  • Strong experience in:

    • SAS programming

    • CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM)

  • Experience with regulatory submissions (preferred)

  • Experience mentoring and training teams


Technical Skills

  • Advanced proficiency in SAS or equivalent programming tools

  • Deep understanding of:

    • Clinical trial data standards

    • Regulatory frameworks and submission requirements


Core Competencies

  • Strong leadership and mentoring abilities

  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management

  • High attention to detail and quality focus

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines


Role Summary

The Principal Statistical Programmer is a senior technical leader responsible for:

  • Driving complex statistical programming deliverables

  • Acting as an SME for CDISC and regulatory standards

  • Leading teams and ensuring high-quality outputs

  • Supporting clinical pharmacology and regulatory submissions


Work Environment

  • Hybrid work model (Gurugram)

  • Collaborative, global team environment

  • Opportunities for leadership and career advancement


Additional Information

  • Responsibilities may evolve based on business needs

  • Equivalent qualifications and experience may be considered

  • Committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity

  • Provides reasonable accommodations where applicable


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