Senior Statistical Programmer

Job Title: Senior Statistical Programmer I

Career Level - D

Introduction to Role:
Join our dynamic and diverse environment in the BioPharmaceuticals Business Unit as a Senior Statistical Programmer. This delivery-focused role requires technical skills and industry knowledge to independently perform programming tasks while using judgement about seeking guidance in complex situations. You will be responsible for supporting medium complex clinical study deliverables or part of project deliverables, acting as a contributor on cross-functional teams, or a lead on small teams, to deliver continuous improvement.

Accountabilities:
As a Senior Statistical Programmer I, you will collaborate with other team members to provide programming support to deliver technical programming and information components of a study or a project deliverable. You will implement statistical programming aspects of the protocol or clinical development program, ensuring high quality is built into your own deliverables and the deliverables of other programmers on the team. You will write specifications and oversee completeness of relevant documentation, contribute to the development of best practices to improve quality, efficiency and effectiveness within function, and ensure compliance to standards and automation usage. You will also identify and communicate risk within the assigned studies and/or projects, work cooperatively with study team members including but not limited to the statistician, lead programmer, data manager and study leader, work cooperatively with contract programming providers, contribute to technical initiatives, and employ basic project management practices in managing programming aspects of drug or technical projects.

Essential Skills/Experience:
- Degree in Mathematics (i.e., Applied Math, Engineering, etc), Statistics, Computer Science, Life Science or equivalent.
- Accomplished programming skills including macro language
- Intermediate knowledge of the clinical development process
- Good knowledge of industry standards
- Implements project management practices
- Ability to apply programming knowledge to problem solving
- Ability to manage relevant documentation

- Ability to proactively manage concurrent activities within their assigned study(ies) or project

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

Why AstraZeneca?
At AstraZeneca, we are driven by results and use our unique blend of science and commercial knowledge to spot opportunities and drive outcomes. Our BioPharmaceuticals pipeline is growing and it takes something special to get that out to patients. We are rethinking the way things can be done and acting on it. We go above and beyond to find solutions that impact patients - harnessing science with technology and connecting the entire healthcare ecosystem. Our patient first approach informs every decision we make. We strive to create a place where everyone is empowered to speak up and share ideas, and we welcome alternative perspectives to push our thinking further, together. It's an exciting time for our team as we redefine the future, working towards our vision to be the leader in Cardiovascular, Renal, Metabolism, Respiratory and Immunology by 2025.

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.