(Sr) / Programmer Analyst II – Data Analytics

PPD clinical research service`s mission is to improve health . It starts as an idea to cure. It becomes a life saved. All in-between, it’s you! We know that meaningful results not only require the right approach, but also the right people. We invite you to re-imagine health promoting protocols with us, working alongside our talented, bright and energetic teams .

As a Programmer Analyst II you will perform you will perform advanced analytics and programming for the in-stream assessment of risk to support Centralized Monitoring

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

Computer programming position working with and integrating data from a variety of internal and external systems. Provides programming support for some or all the following activities: creation, validation and maintenance of programs and visualizations used for risk reviews, risk metrics reporting and issue/risk trending to support Centralized Monitoring. Assists with developing tools and techniques for improving process efficiencies within Data Analytics; including but not limited to: data integration automation, data retrieval automation, and report generation automation.

Essential Functions

• Independently create, execute, maintain and validate programs used to transfer data across multiple systems, integrate data from a variety of sources and structures, generate summary data from a variety of sources, generate reports or integrate multiple databases.
• Independently create, execute, maintain, publish and validate visualizations used in support of Centralized Monitoring.
• As a contributing member, assist in creating tools, techniques and processes for automating Data Analytics tasks (data integration automation, data retrieval automation, data mapping automation and automated report generation.)
• Perform other programming tasks as necessary to support Data Analytics or other functional groups involved in Risk Based and Centralized Monitoring.
• Responsible for clearly documenting all work; managing assignments to meet timelines and delivering high quality.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of the role of the programmer in the overall process.
• Increase personal and peer knowledge base and professional skills in areas including programming, risk-based monitoring, centralized monitoring, data science/data analytics, technology and techniques, clinical trials, and the pharmaceutical industry.

Job Qualification

Education And Experience

• MS/MA degree in computer science, statistics, biostatistics, mathematics or related field and at least 4 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 6 years of experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job requirements.
• Strong understanding of database structures and working with complex data structures in a clinical trial environment
• Must have advanced understanding of database management systems and advanced programming experience in SAS or R (Particularly R Shiny)
• Knowledge of data visualization software titles or tools (Spotfire, Tableau, or other)
• OR Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

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

• In-depth understanding of one or more programming languages
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong problem solving and innovative skills
• Strong written and verbal communications skills to effectively interface with teams and clients, including proficiency in the English language
• Capable of independently and effectively organizing and managing multiple assignments with challenging timelines
• Capable of adapting and adjusting to changing priorities
• Demonstrated positive attitude, enthusiasm toward work, and the ability to work well with others
• Demonstrated leadership, initiative and motivation
• In-depth understanding of relational data base structure and complex data systems
• Capable of training and mentoring others
• Demonstrated leadership ability and ability to work on a multi-disciplinary project team
• Solid project management skills to act as project lead across the most challenging and complex projects
• Capable of effectively capturing biostatistical metrics
• Capable of providing quality control review for statistical programming and identifying solutions and process improvements

At PPD clinical research services we hire the best, develop ourselves and each other, and recognize the power of being one team. We understand that you will want to grow both professionally and personally throughout your career, and therefore at PPD clinical research services you will benefit from an award-winning learning and development programme , ensuring you reach your potential.

As well as being rewarded a competitive salary, we have an extensive benefits package based around the health and well-being of our employees. We have a flexible working culture , where PPD clinical research services truly value a work-life balance. We’ve grown sustainably year on year but continue to offer a collaborative environment, with teams of colleagues eager to share expertise and have fun together. We are a global organization but with a local feel.

Our 4i Values

Integrity – Innovation – Intensity – Involvement

If you resonate with our 4i values above, and ultimately wish to accelerate the delivery of safe and effective therapeutics for some of the world’s most urgent health needs, submit your application – we’d love to hear from you!