General Information

Job Advert Title

Statistical Programmer

Location

United Kingdom

Function/Business Area

Research

Employment Class

Permanent

Description

Statistical Programmer

About Astellas

Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com.

Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?

We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.

Location and Working Environment

This position is hybrid and will require you to be onsite one day per quarter in Surrey, Addlestone office.

Astellas' Responsible Flexibility Guidelines Statement- At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas' Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.

Purpose & Scope

• As a Statistical Programmer, you will be responsible for programming vendor oversight for assigned compounds and contributions to functional/departmental infrastructure projects.
• The position is expected to understand when seeking Global Programming Lead (GProgL) to ensure successful outcome with respect to resource requirements or key strategic functional issues for a late phase or novel asset and represent Astellas on programming matters during inspections.

Role and Responsibilities

• Substantial years of experience of relevant programming experience in the pharmaceutical industry and working with vendors.
• Hands-on programming experience within one or more statistical/data science programming languages (e.g., R, SAS,), This includes writing code to manipulate data and analyze a wide array of data sources/types.
• Understanding of and experience with how to read, interpret, and communicate scientific concepts/data; Understanding of observational methods

Continue: Role and Responsibilities

• For study level programming tasks or well-defined statistical programming deliverables:
• Is responsible for the production of high-quality, on-time assigned deliverables (such as datasets and tables/listings/figures (TLFs))
• serves as the single point of contact in Programming and works in collaboration with the internal programming team or liaises with the lead at the vendor.
• Follows Astellas, industry and regulatory standards in programmed deliverables (including CDISC standards for datasets and internal TLF standards).
• Actively participates in the development and implementation of programming tools for Statistical Programming infrastructure projects.
• Is responsible to efficiently communicate, at regular intervals, to functional management on study/project/initiative status and resource issues.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's in statistics, mathematics, or related field

What awaits you at Astellas?

• Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.
• Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
• Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
• A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.

Our Organizational Values and Behaviors

• Impact
• Innovation
• Integrity
• One Astellas
• Accountability
• Courage
• Sense of Urgency
• Outcome Focus

Benefits

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