ICON plc

Principal R Programmer

ICON plc

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Pennsylvania • United States

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Job Level

Lead

Tech Stack

Python

About the role

  • Designing, developing, and validating R programs for statistical analysis and reporting of clinical trial data.
  • Working closely with biostatisticians to create comprehensive analysis plans and apply appropriate statistical methods.
  • Performing quality control checks and reviewing statistical outputs to ensure compliance with project specifications and regulatory guidelines.
  • Assisting in the preparation of statistical reports, presentations, and regulatory submissions to support clinical development programs.
  • Mentoring junior programmers and contributing to team development by sharing best practices and technical knowledge.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Significant experience in PK/PD statistical programming within the clinical research or pharmaceutical industry, using R.
  • Strong proficiency in R programming and a solid understanding of statistical concepts and methodologies.
  • Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Must have advanced R programming skills, including tidyverse, ggplot2, Markdown, Quarto, Shiny, etc.
  • Python and/or SAS programming skills are a plus, but not required.
  • Knowledge of CDISC standards (SEND, SDTM, and ADaM) is required.
  • PK/PD knowledge and experience of PK/PD concepts and related programming is required.
  • Experience visualizing/presenting data for internal stakeholders or clients
  • Capable of implementing more advanced modeling and statistical procedures as requested by study.
Benefits
  • Various annual leave entitlements
  • A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
  • Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
  • Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
  • Life assurance
  • Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.
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Hard Skills & Tools
R programmingstatistical programmingstatistical analysisdata visualizationtidyverseggplot2MarkdownQuartoShinyPK/PD programming
Soft Skills
analytical skillsattention to detailproject managementcommunication skillsinterpersonal skillscollaborationmentoringteam development