Principal EDC Programmer

ICON is seeking a Principal EDC Programmer to join its Full-Service IOD Clinical Data Science Systems team.

The successful candidate will lead the programming of clinical data management systems (CDMS), including dynamic eCRF checks and edit checks, non-CDMS components, and analytics solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, validate, and maintain programming solutions for CDMS (EDC systems such as Rave/Veeva), data validation outputs, data review/risk management outputs, custom reports, and programs in clinical trials, using SAS, R, and/or Python
• Develop and maintain programs required for handling external vendor data, using SAS, R, and/or SQL
• Perform extracts of data from CDMS and create data transfer programs
• Collaborate with data managers, project managers, and biostatisticians to ensure the integration of programming solutions into the overall data management process
• Act as a primary point of contact during the study set up and maintenance phase for system programming related questions by the project team
• Actively participate in internal and external meetings and provide constructive feedback to peers, team leads, and functional management
• Act as mentor and provide ad hoc guidance, training, and support to other programmers
• Support knowledge sharing within the Programmers group through presentations and preparation of training materials
• Assist in the development and implementation of improvements to technical systems and processes within an SME role
• Stay updated on advancements in programming languages and data management tools to enhance operational efficiencies
• Provide final-level technical review and consultation for complex programming activities
• Provide technical leadership for cross-study and program-level analytics initiatives
• Lead implementation of innovative analytical techniques, automation strategies, and process improvements

Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience with EDC programming (Medidata Rave and/or Veeva) for data validation outputs, data review/risk management outputs, custom reports, and programs in clinical trials
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (R, Python, SAS and/or SQL)
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, with a commitment to delivering high-quality results
• Prior experience leading, training, and mentoring junior programmers
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Rewards & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
• Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
• Retirement and pension plans
• Life assurance and disability coverage
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways