
Principal Programmer – RWD, SDTM
Phastar
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: India
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About the role
- Lead and deliver SDTM mapping and conversion activities for RWD to CDISC standards
- Interpret complex RWD datasets and map them to appropriate SDTM domains, variables, and controlled terminology
- Develop and review ECRT packages including aCRF, Define.xml, and CSDRG
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in SDTM and CDISC standards
- Work independently on complex programming tasks with minimal supervision
- Collaborate cross-functionally and communicate effectively with stakeholders
- Document key decisions, mappings, and discussions (PowerPoint, meeting notes, etc.)
- Ensure the principles in the Phastar checklist are followed rigorously
- Archive study documentation following instructions in supplied SOPs
- Act as a Lead Programmer, ensuring quality and timely delivery
- Liaise with the Study Statistician and Project Manager regarding resourcing and deliverables
- Assess and monitor study level resources
- Point of contact for programming issues for the team, proactively ensuring everything is working cohesively
- Persuade stakeholders to follow best practice within a trial
- Assist in development of internal training courses
Requirements
- 5 +years of CDISC and clinical trials experience
- Strong expertise in SDTM (including controlled terminology)
- Solid programming skills with strong SAS and clinical trial experience
- Experience in ECRT packages (aCRF, Define.xml, CSDRG)
- Educated to BSc or above within Computer Science, Mathematics or a Science related discipline
- Ability to think analytically and creatively when interpreting complex data
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Experience with Real-World Data (RWD)
- Exposure to biomarker data
Benefits
- Flexible working
- Part-time hours
- Structured training and development plans
- Continuous learning opportunities
- Competitive salary and benefits package
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
SDTMCDISC standardsSASECRT packagesaCRFDefine.xmlCSDRGprogrammingdata mappingdata interpretation
Soft Skills
analytical thinkingcreative thinkingcommunicationdocumentationcollaborationleadershippersuasionindependenceproblem-solvingstakeholder engagement