Job Description
We are seeking independent thinkers with problem-solving skills and a quality focused mindset to join our award-winning and supportive global team on an exciting clinical research adventure.
The PPD Biostatistics & Programming environment is structured to ensure focus and development in key areas of interest. Our working model revolutionizes delivery through aligned and focused pillars which drive in-depth knowledge and enhanced coaching. We offer continued career advancement opportunities and comprehensive training to help you reach your full potential and develop your own unique career path within PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development, and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on – now and in the future.
At PPD we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. We offer continued career advancement opportunities, award winning training and benefits focused on the health and wellbeing of our employees.
Summarized Purpose:
As a Principal Programmer Analyst, you will function as the lead programmer, project lead, or project oversight lead on multiple projects, overseeing the statistical and bioinformatics programming aspects of clinical trials from design through analysis and reporting. You will serve as the lead programmer for complex and very complex projects and provide mentorship to junior team members.
Organizes teams and implements study strategies to ensure process and programming efficiencies, and the creation and maintenance of programs for statistical report generation, and program validation. Represents the department within the company and with interactions with client companies and regulatory agencies. Provides training, guidance, and project leadership to junior team members.
Essential Functions:
Serves as a lead programmer or project lead on studies or drug programs of all complexities and size scales. Works directly with project team leaders and client representatives to conduct team meetings, develop and maintain project timelines, assess and forecast resources, and ensure adherence to study budgets and any relevant contractual obligations or limits with clients.
Suggests, plans and provides developments to tools and techniques for improving process efficiencies. Actively contributes to process or tool improvement efforts including leadership of solution teams. Represents the department to clients on study matters, bid defenses or submission or review of clinical data to regulatory authorities, directly contributing to proposals and bids.
May serve as company project manager on projects limited to only biometrics services.
Provides general infrastructure support to the department, including representing the company at industry conferences, presenting/teaching at department meetings, assisting in establishing training materials, contributing to other general department documents or policies, and contributing to process improvement and department initiatives.
Increases knowledge base and professional skills for self and junior team members if applicable, in areas including programming technology and techniques, clinical trials, and developments in the pharmaceutical industry.
Provides feedback to managers on employee performance for employee development, performance reviews and training.
Works to increase the visibility of the company by encouraging the publication of articles in industry journals and presentations at conferences.
Contributes to the department recruitment/candidate interview process
Education and Experience:
MS/MA degree in computer science, statistics, biostatistics, mathematics or related field and at least 6 years of experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job requirements, or Bachelor's degree in computer science, statistics, biostatistics, mathematics or related field or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification, and at least 8 years of experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job requirements.
In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong SAS® programming skills
Great understanding of database structures and working with complex data structures
Demonstrated great attention to detail
Excellent problem solving and innovative skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to facilitate communications with clients, project teams, departments and staff, including proficiency in the English language
Capable of independently organizing, adapting and adjusting to changing priorities across multiple assignments
Capable of working and leading in a multidisciplinary team setting
Demonstrated positive attitude and the ability to work well with others
Capable of coaching and mentoring others, as shown by leadership of projects
Good understanding clinical trials, ICH Statistical and reporting guidelines and GCP
Excellent knowledge of statistical principles applied to the design and analysis of clinical trials
Good understanding of the requirements involved in the submission of clinical data to regulatory authorities
Excellent project management skills, such as project budget creation, including modifying for project updates, and managing project budgets and risks
Capable of interpreting and contributing to company policies
Delivery and quality driven
Work Environment:
PPD is an inclusive equal employment opportunity company. We value all people regardless of background, experience and abilities.
PPD values the health and well-being of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:
Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
Able to work upright and stationary for typical working hours.
Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.
May require travel. (Recruiter will provide more details).
PPD Defining Principals:
We have a strong will to win - We earn our customer’s trust - We are gamechangers - We do the right thing - We are one PPD -
If you resonate with our five principles above, and ultimately wish to accelerate the delivery of safe and effective therapeutics for some of the world’s most urgent health needs, then please submit your application – we’d love to hear from you
The PPD Biostatistics & Programming environment is structured to ensure focus and development in key areas of interest. Our working model revolutionizes delivery through aligned and focused pillars which drive in-depth knowledge and enhanced coaching. We offer continued career advancement opportunities and comprehensive training to help you reach your full potential and develop your own unique career path within PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking science a step beyond through research, development, and delivery of life-changing therapies. With clinical trials conducted in 100+ countries and ongoing development of novel frameworks for clinical research through our PPD clinical research portfolio, our work spans laboratory, digital and decentralized clinical trial services. Your determination to deliver quality and accuracy will improve health outcomes that people and communities depend on – now and in the future.
At PPD we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. We offer continued career advancement opportunities, award winning training and benefits focused on the health and wellbeing of our employees.
Summarized Purpose:
As a Principal Programmer Analyst, you will function as the lead programmer, project lead, or project oversight lead on multiple projects, overseeing the statistical and bioinformatics programming aspects of clinical trials from design through analysis and reporting. You will serve as the lead programmer for complex and very complex projects and provide mentorship to junior team members.
Organizes teams and implements study strategies to ensure process and programming efficiencies, and the creation and maintenance of programs for statistical report generation, and program validation. Represents the department within the company and with interactions with client companies and regulatory agencies. Provides training, guidance, and project leadership to junior team members.
Essential Functions:
Serves as a lead programmer or project lead on studies or drug programs of all complexities and size scales. Works directly with project team leaders and client representatives to conduct team meetings, develop and maintain project timelines, assess and forecast resources, and ensure adherence to study budgets and any relevant contractual obligations or limits with clients.
Suggests, plans and provides developments to tools and techniques for improving process efficiencies. Actively contributes to process or tool improvement efforts including leadership of solution teams. Represents the department to clients on study matters, bid defenses or submission or review of clinical data to regulatory authorities, directly contributing to proposals and bids.
May serve as company project manager on projects limited to only biometrics services.
Provides general infrastructure support to the department, including representing the company at industry conferences, presenting/teaching at department meetings, assisting in establishing training materials, contributing to other general department documents or policies, and contributing to process improvement and department initiatives.
Increases knowledge base and professional skills for self and junior team members if applicable, in areas including programming technology and techniques, clinical trials, and developments in the pharmaceutical industry.
Provides feedback to managers on employee performance for employee development, performance reviews and training.
Works to increase the visibility of the company by encouraging the publication of articles in industry journals and presentations at conferences.
Contributes to the department recruitment/candidate interview process
Education and Experience:
MS/MA degree in computer science, statistics, biostatistics, mathematics or related field and at least 6 years of experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job requirements, or Bachelor's degree in computer science, statistics, biostatistics, mathematics or related field or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification, and at least 8 years of experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job requirements.
In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong SAS® programming skills
Great understanding of database structures and working with complex data structures
Demonstrated great attention to detail
Excellent problem solving and innovative skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to facilitate communications with clients, project teams, departments and staff, including proficiency in the English language
Capable of independently organizing, adapting and adjusting to changing priorities across multiple assignments
Capable of working and leading in a multidisciplinary team setting
Demonstrated positive attitude and the ability to work well with others
Capable of coaching and mentoring others, as shown by leadership of projects
Good understanding clinical trials, ICH Statistical and reporting guidelines and GCP
Excellent knowledge of statistical principles applied to the design and analysis of clinical trials
Good understanding of the requirements involved in the submission of clinical data to regulatory authorities
Excellent project management skills, such as project budget creation, including modifying for project updates, and managing project budgets and risks
Capable of interpreting and contributing to company policies
Delivery and quality driven
Work Environment:
PPD is an inclusive equal employment opportunity company. We value all people regardless of background, experience and abilities.
PPD values the health and well-being of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:
Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
Able to work upright and stationary for typical working hours.
Ability to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.
May require travel. (Recruiter will provide more details).
PPD Defining Principals:
We have a strong will to win - We earn our customer’s trust - We are gamechangers - We do the right thing - We are one PPD -
If you resonate with our five principles above, and ultimately wish to accelerate the delivery of safe and effective therapeutics for some of the world’s most urgent health needs, then please submit your application – we’d love to hear from you
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Principal Programmer Analyst position is now open for candidates interested in the Software Developer Jobs sector. This role in Mumbai offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Software Developer Jobs is a plus.
