ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development

As a Senior Lead Clinical Data Science Programmer at ICON, you will be instrumental in leading the development and implementation of advanced data science solutions for clinical trials.

What You Will Do:

You will manage day-to-day clinical data science activities, supporting your team to deliver quality outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the design, development, and validation of data science programming solutions to support clinical trials, including data integration, statistical analysis, and reporting.
• Managing and mentoring a team of clinical data programmers, providing guidance and ensuring adherence to programming standards and best practices.
• Collaborating with clinical research teams and stakeholders to define data requirements, develop programming specifications, and implement data science methodologies.
• Overseeing data quality assurance processes, including data validation and verification, to ensure the accuracy and completeness of clinical trial data.
• Utilizing advanced statistical techniques and data visualization tools to analyze complex data sets and generate actionable insights for clinical research.
• Staying current with industry trends and advancements in data science and clinical research, and recommending innovative solutions to enhance data analysis and reporting.

Your Profile:

You will have solid clinical data science experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.

Required qualifications and experience:

• Degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field; advanced certifications in data programming or clinical data science are advantageous.
• Extensive experience in clinical data programming, with a strong background in statistical analysis, data management, and programming languages such as SAS, R, or Python.
• Proven ability to lead and manage programming teams, and develop data science solutions that support clinical research objectives.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in designing and implementing complex data analysis and visualization techniques.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and present data insights to stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 10%)

What ICON can offer you:

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At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.