Senior Statistical Programmer (Moscow or Saint Petersburg, Russia)

Essential Function

The Senior Statistical Programmer provides technical expertise for the conduct of clinical trials, might act as an internal subject matter expert in specific areas providing technical support and expert advice, and works independently to support various programming activities related to the analysis and reporting of clinical study data. In addition, the Senior Statistical Programmer can fill the Statistical Programming Coordinator role on projects, and liaise with sponsors, Data Operations Leads, and other functional areas as required. General areas of responsibility also include: import/export programming specification development, test data creation and test data entry, import/export programming functional testing, as well as mapping specifications to support relevant data standards.QualificationsSkills

* Proficiency in SAS.

* Knowledge of the programming and reporting process.

* Knowledge of WSOP's/Guidelines/System Life Cycle methodologies, ICH-GCP and any other applicable local and international regulations such as 21 CFR Part 11 and proven practical application.

* Demonstrate ability to learn new systems and function in an evolving technical environment.

* Strong leadership ability.

* Attention to detail.

* Ability to successfully work together with a (“virtual”) team (including international teams as required) as well as independently.

* Demonstrate strong organizational skills, ability to manage competing priorities, and be flexible to change.

* Business/Operational skills that include customer focus, commitment to quality management and problem solving.

* Good business awareness/business development skills (including financial awareness).

* Ability to create, maintain and define strategies to improve the efficiency of running a clinical trial.

* Work effectively in a quality-focused environment.

* Demonstrate commitment to refine quality processes.

* Effective time management in order to meet daily metrics or team objectives.

* Shows commitment to and performs consistently high quality work.

Education

* Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline and/or equivalent work experience.

Language Skills

* Competent in written and oral English.

* Excellent communication skills.

Minimum Work Experience

* Relevant Clinical Trial industry experience.