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Principal Statistical (R) Programmer (North America Only)

Syneos Health
Syneos Health
8-12+ years
Not Disclosed
Morrisville, North Carolina, United States
10 Feb. 16, 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

Principal Statistical (R) Programmer – North America Only
Location: Morrisville, North Carolina, United States
Region Eligibility: United States and Canada (No visa sponsorship available)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Travel Requirement: Minimal
Experience Required: 8–12+ Years in Statistical Programming within Clinical Trials
Job ID: 25105752-OTHLOC-1500-2DOR-2DR

About the Organization

Syneos Health is a fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization that supports pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies across clinical development, medical affairs, and commercialization. With a global workforce operating in more than 100 countries, Syneos Health contributes to a significant percentage of FDA- and EMA-approved therapies worldwide.

Role Summary

The Principal Statistical (R) Programmer is a senior-level expert responsible for leading statistical programming strategy and execution for complex regional and global clinical trials. This role combines deep expertise in R and SAS programming with advanced knowledge of CDISC standards, regulatory submission requirements, and cross-functional leadership.

The position is open exclusively to candidates authorized to work in North America without sponsorship.

Core Responsibilities

Advanced Statistical Programming

  • Develop and validate complex R programs to generate analysis datasets, tables, listings, and figures (TLFs) aligned with Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs)

  • Design and implement derived datasets in accordance with CDISC SDTM and ADaM standards

  • Ensure high-quality, reproducible outputs that meet sponsor and regulatory expectations

  • Perform independent validation programming and discrepancy resolution

Regulatory & CDISC Compliance

  • Serve as subject matter expert (SME) for CDISC standards, including SDTM, ADaM, and Define.xml

  • Conduct compliance reviews for regulatory submissions to FDA and other global agencies

  • Maintain inspection-ready documentation aligned with ICH and internal SOPs

  • Stay current with evolving regulatory and industry standards

Project Leadership & Oversight

  • Act as Lead Statistical Programmer on multi-study or global clinical programs

  • Direct programming activities of team members and monitor deliverables

  • Manage concurrent project timelines and negotiate priorities with stakeholders

  • Identify risks proactively and implement mitigation strategies

  • Represent statistical programming in sponsor meetings, bid defenses, and kickoff sessions

Process Optimization & Mentorship

  • Mentor and train statistical programming staff on clinical trial processes and CDISC implementation

  • Develop standardized macros, automation tools, and reusable programming frameworks

  • Contribute to SOP development and departmental best practices

  • Participate in internal and external industry standards initiatives

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with Biostatistics, Data Management, Clinical Operations, and Regulatory teams

  • Review SAPs, annotated CRFs, database structures, and programming specifications to improve efficiency

  • Maintain transparent communication regarding project progress and technical challenges

Educational Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related scientific discipline

  • Advanced degree preferred

  • Equivalent combination of education and demonstrated programming leadership experience may be considered

Required Experience & Technical Expertise

  • 8–12+ years of statistical programming experience in a clinical trial environment

  • Extensive hands-on experience with R and SAS programming

  • Proven leadership on complex, global clinical studies

  • Strong expertise in CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM) and electronic submission requirements

  • Experience supporting FDA or international regulatory submissions preferred

  • Demonstrated experience mentoring programming teams

  • Comprehensive understanding of the clinical drug development lifecycle

Key Competencies

  • Advanced analytical and data interpretation skills

  • Strong project management and organizational abilities

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Ability to manage multiple high-priority deliverables

  • High attention to regulatory compliance and data integrity

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is competitive and based on qualifications, experience, geographic location, and technical proficiency. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans (401k with company match), employee stock purchase eligibility, performance-based bonuses, flexible paid time off, and additional region-specific benefits in compliance with applicable federal and state regulations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Syneos Health is committed to equal employment opportunity and compliance with all applicable employment laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other relevant regulations.