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Sr Statistical Programmer

Syneos Health
5+ years
Not Disclosed
Remote, India, India
1 June 3, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines

Senior Statistical Programmer (ADaM, TLF & SDTM)

Location: Remote – India
Work Mode: Remote
Department: Biostatistics & Statistical Programming

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Statistical Programmer to support clinical research and drug development programs through advanced statistical programming, clinical data analysis, and regulatory-compliant deliverables. This role involves developing analysis datasets, generating statistical outputs, ensuring data quality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the clinical trial lifecycle.

The ideal candidate should possess strong expertise in Base SAS, SAS Macros, ADaM, SDTM, and TLF programming, along with a solid understanding of clinical trial processes, CDISC standards, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Statistical Programming

  • Develop custom SAS programs to generate:

    • Summary Tables

    • Data Listings

    • Figures and Graphs

    • Analysis Datasets

  • Create and validate statistical outputs according to Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs) and programming specifications.

  • Develop complex programming solutions to support clinical trial analyses and reporting requirements.

  • Ensure all programming deliverables meet quality standards and project timelines.

ADaM, SDTM and TLF Development

  • Create and maintain ADaM datasets in compliance with CDISC standards.

  • Review and utilize SDTM datasets for statistical analysis and reporting.

  • Generate TLFs (Tables, Listings, and Figures) for clinical study reports and regulatory submissions.

  • Develop programming specifications and dataset structures according to sponsor and regulatory requirements.

Quality Control and Validation

  • Perform validation programming and independent quality checks.

  • Identify, investigate, and resolve programming discrepancies.

  • Maintain inspection-ready documentation, validation records, and quality control evidence.

  • Ensure compliance with SOPs, Work Instructions (WIs), and regulatory guidelines.

Project and Study Management

  • Manage programming activities across multiple studies and projects simultaneously.

  • Monitor project timelines and ensure timely delivery of programming deliverables.

  • Anticipate programming challenges and implement effective solutions.

  • Adapt to changing project priorities and deadlines while maintaining quality standards.

Leadership and Team Collaboration

  • Act as the lead statistical programmer on assigned studies.

  • Guide and oversee programming activities performed by other statistical programmers.

  • Review key study documentation, including:

    • Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs)

    • Mock Shells

    • Programming Specifications

    • Annotated CRFs

    • Database Design Documents

  • Provide technical feedback to improve programming efficiency and data quality.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Participate in sponsor meetings, project kickoff meetings, and bid defense meetings.

  • Collaborate with biostatisticians, data managers, clinical teams, and project stakeholders.

  • Communicate project status, risks, and deliverables effectively.

Training and Mentorship

  • Mentor junior statistical programmers and new team members.

  • Support training initiatives and knowledge-sharing activities.

  • Review programming work and provide constructive feedback.

  • Contribute to process improvements and best practices within the statistical programming function.

Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or a related field.

  • Master's Degree preferred.

Experience

  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in Clinical SAS Programming within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO, or clinical research industry.