Statistical Programming Lead

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Statistical Programming Lead

You will act independently as Global Programmer Lead (GPROGL) for an early stage or non‑complex asset, support the Astellas data transparency effort by programming statistical summaries for regulatory‑mandated disclosure and represent Astellas on programming matters during inspections.

In addition, you will be responsible for programming vendor oversight for assigned compounds and contribute to functional/departmental infrastructure projects.

Under guidance, you will also support the generation of complex TLFs, act as GPROGL late phase or offer training/mentoring to other programmers.

At Astellas you are empowered and supported with hybrid working options where you can work where you feel most comfortable and productive.

• Is responsible for the high‑quality, on‑time development and execution of statistical analysis and reporting deliverables (e.g., safety and efficacy analysis datasets SDTM/ADAMs, tables, listings, figures (TLF)).
• Is a key collaborator with statistics in ensuring that specifications are complete and statistical plans are executed efficiently with the right level of validation.
• Is the single point of contact for assigned studies, coordinates the activities of the programming team internally, and liaises with the lead programmer at the vendor (as applicable).
• Enforces Astellas, industry and regulatory standards in programmed deliverables (including CDISC standards for datasets and internal TLF standards) so that deliverables are ready to be used in regulatory submissions.
• Actively participates in the development and implementation of programming tools for Statistical Programming infrastructure projects.
• Leads Statistical programming activities related to the disclosure of Astellas clinical trial data to regulatory agencies and research‑based sites.
• Is responsible to efficiently communicate, at regular intervals, to Global Programmer Lead (GPROGL) and/or line management on study/project/initiative status and resource issues.

• Substantial years of experience of relevant programming experience in the pharmaceutical industry and working with vendors.
• Strong experience as a lead programmer for a drug development program.
• Hands‑on programming experience within one or more statistical/data science programming languages (e.g., R, SAS). This includes writing code to manipulate data and analyze a wide array of data sources/types.
• Understanding of pharmaceutical industry leading practices (e.g., regulatory framework, inspection process, HTA guidance, technologies, systems, etc.).
• Understanding of and…