Senior/Principal Statistical Programmer - Permanent

Job description

Clinical trials are high stakes, demanding high standards. Veramed sets this standard by bringing together the sharpest minds in data management, biostatistics and programming, with cutting-edge technology and proven processes. Our globally connected, caring team delivers quality, precision and collaboration, earning trust through consistency and integrity. From rapid-fire project work to long-term partnerships, Veramed brings the right minds to every challenge.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal or Senior level Statistical Programmer skilled in SAS & R to join us on a permanent basis in the UK. We can offer home and/or office working, training and support and a competitive package.

The purpose of the role is to provide programming support to the statistics and programming department across a range of projects, clients and therapeutic areas. The Senior or Principal Programmer may also perform a supervisory role (e.g. Line management and/or project management).

Key Responsibilities:

Technical:

• Previous experience with SAS and R.
• Perform review of clinical trial documents including protocols, SAPs, CRFs, CSRs
• Author, review and approve study TFL shells and dataset specifications
• Author, validate and document SAS programs for datasets, TFLs and macros, applying good programming practice
• Identify data issues and outliers
• Complete, review and approve CDISC Validation tool reports
• Identify data and standards issues and resolve or escalate as appropriate
• Awareness of emerging standards and associated impact to ongoing and future planned trials
• Maintain proficiency in SAS and awareness of developments
• Maintain study master file documents and any other documents that are required to be audit ready

General:

• Lead internal and client study, project and cross functional team meetings effectively
• Present study updates internally and at client meetings
• Share scientific, technical and practical knowledge within the team and with colleagues
• Perform work in full compliance with applicable internal and client policies, procedures, processes and training
• Build effective collaborative working relationships with internal and client team members
• Ensure learnings are shared across projects or studies
• Develop and provide internal technical training where appropriate
• Lead process improvement initiatives

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• BSc, MSc or PhD in numerical discipline (or relevant equivalent industry experience)
• At least 4 years of relevant industry experience

Other Information/ Additional Requirements:

• Understanding of clinical drug development process, relevant disease areas, endpoints and study designs

What to expect:

• A warm, friendly working environment in which to thrive both personally and professionally.
• A supportive, open-door management policy that will aid in your development and provide you with the tools to take your career to the next level.
• A truly unique CRO that’s doing something different when it comes to managing staff, projects and building relationships in the industry.
• The ability to own your role and develop your skills and experience.

If you're passionate about delivering high-quality deliverables, enjoy mentoring, and want to make a real impact at a company that values your contribution, this role is for you. We offer flexible working options (home or office), comprehensive training, and a competitive package. Apply now!

As an organisation that has people at the heart of it, Veramed is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We foster a working culture where employees have integrity, honesty and respect for one another without regard to race, national origin, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or disability. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

United Kingdom

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

04-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English