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Lead Clinical Data Science Programmer

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Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND
Senior level
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Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND
Senior level
Leads clinical data science programming for clinical trials, including designing, developing, validating, and quality-checking datasets, tables, listings, and figures. Collaborates with biostatistics, data management, and clinical teams on specifications and analysis plans. Provides technical leadership, mentors junior programmers, ensures compliance with CDISC and regulatory standards, and manages competing priorities across multiple projects.
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Lead Clinical Data Science Programmer

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.


As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.


As a Lead Clinical Data Science Programmer at ICON, you will design and develop clinical data solutions, ensuring the efficient handling, analysis, and reporting of complex clinical trial data.

What You Will Do:

You will manage day-to-day clinical data science activities, supporting your team to deliver quality outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading the design, development, and validation of data science programming solutions for clinical trials.
  • Collaborating with biostatisticians, data managers, and clinical teams to develop data specifications and analysis plans.
  • Programming and validating datasets, tables, listings, and figures (TLFs) according to study requirements.
  • Ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of clinical data through rigorous quality control and validation checks.
  • Mentoring and guiding junior programmers and providing technical leadership within the data science programming team.

Your Profile:

You will have solid clinical data science experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.
Required qualifications and experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in life sciences, computer science, or a related discipline
  • Years of Experience : 7+years
  • Must have experience in Rave/Veeva
  • Should have experience in SAS/JReview
  • Extensive experience in clinical data programming, with proficiency in SAS, R, or other relevant programming languages.
  • In-depth knowledge of clinical trial data structures, CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM), and regulatory requirements.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data accuracy and quality.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Willingness to travel as required (approximately 10%)

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.


Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.


Benefits may include:

  • Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
  • Retirement and pension plans
  • Life assurance and disability coverage
  • Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.


Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.


Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.


If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.

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200 Feet Radial Rd, MCN Nagar Extension, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India, 600097

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