Introduction to role

The Associate Director Statistical Programming is accountable for leading, managing and developing a team of programmers. They showcase an approach dedicated to delivery/department and possess leadership skills to lead and supervise a moderate scope and complexity drug project or multiple smaller ones. As a recognized expert within their own field they are often the first point of contact for related queries, acts as a coach or mentor for staff, and acts as a specialist within cross-functional teams to deliver continuous improvement.

AccountabilitiesLeads, manages and develops a group of programmers, providing guidance and mentorship. Manages training and timesheet complianceWork according to agreed functional and regional SHE strategy by ensuring proper management of SHE risks,incidents, reporting, follow-up and improvements.Arranges and structures the team in order to create an environment where the team can work productively and collaboratively togetherDefines, supervise and assess objectives for teamProvides input to capacity management for all projects in scopeCaptures business needs and plans recruitment accordinglyRecruits and builds the team with the appropriate skillsMaintains talent and ensures talent developmentMaintains own and team knowledge of the latest industry and regulatory requirements to stay current in the Programming practicesLeads Implementation of statistical programming aspects of the protocol or clinical development programActs as technical subject matter expert for aspect(s) of the TA, Project, or functionManages activities of our external partners (i.e. Contract Research Organisations)Accountable for managing contracting staffManages and advance risk in complicated or novel situations within their study and/or projectsOverall accountability for the quality and compliance to internal, external and regulatory requirements for the delivery of programming aspects in clinical development; holds partners and providers accountable for the quality of their deliverablesLeads or participates in cross-functional administrative or process improvement initiative(s)Drives the continuous improvement of the team and function through personal action and process initiativesDrives the development of standard methodologies to improve quality, efficiency and/or effectiveness within functionContributes to the function by providing training and mentorshipInfluences team members by providing subject matter expertise on programming related itemsDrives standards development and implementationMeasures the compliance of and ensures that there is a consistent approach to data standards and automation and its implementationCollaborates/influence cross-functionally and represents Programming leadership where required

Essential Skills/ExperienceDegree in Mathematics (i.e., Applied Math, Engineering, etc), Statistics, Computer Science, Life Science, or equivalent experienceThorough knowledge of the clinical development processThorough knowledge of industry standardsDemonstrated leadership capability and proven ability to lead teams towards a common goalDemonstrated planning and organisational skillAbility to influence relevant team members and global teamsAbility to develop individualsAbility to manage risk in complicated or novel situationsCurrent knowledge of technical and regulatory requirements relevant to the roleProject approach

Desirable Skills/ExperienceExperience implementing business processesWillingness and ability to travelExperience in problem solving and conflict resolution skills

Date Posted

16-May-2025

Closing Date

24-May-2025

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