Study Lead Programmer

ICR United States USA

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Poland, Warsaw Hungary, Budapest Until 9/27/2026 First posted July 29, 2026 Last posted July 29, 2026
Job description
Study Lead Programmer

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.


As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.


As a Senior Statistical Programmer I at ICON, you will analyse clinical trial data and support the statistical analysis process to ensure high-quality results.

What You Will Do:

You will lead on statistical programming tasks requiring technical depth, with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing and validating programs for statistical analysis and reporting of clinical trial data, using R and SAS.

  • Collaborating with biostatisticians to define analysis plans and statistical methods to be applied to clinical data.

  • Performing quality control checks on statistical outputs and ensuring accuracy and consistency in reporting.

  • Assisting in the preparation of statistical reports, presentations, and publications for regulatory submissions.

  • Contributing to process improvements by identifying efficiencies in programming practices and methodologies.

Your Profile:

You will have a strong foundation in statistical programming, with the experience to work independently and guide others.

Required qualifications and experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in statistics, computer science, mathematics, or a related discipline

  • Experience in statistical programming, preferably in a clinical research or pharmaceutical setting.

  • Strong proficiency in SAS and R programming, with a solid understanding of statistical concepts and methodologies.

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.

  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and effectively convey complex information.


Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.


Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.


Benefits may include:

  • 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

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.


Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.


Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.


If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.

Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply

About this role

Summary

Lead statistical programming tasks using R and SAS in clinical research setting.

Job title

Study Lead Programmer

Experience level

mid level

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Remote eligible, multiple European and African locations, including Kenya.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

SASRstatistical analysisprogramming

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

statistical programmingclinical dataregulatory submissionsquality control
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Warsaw, Poland

Remote City

Budapest, Hungary

Remote City

Bratislava, Slovakia

Remote City

Reading, UK

Remote City

Sofia, Bulgaria

Remote City

Bucharest, Romania

Remote City

Frankfurt, Germany

Remote City

Kenyatta Road, Kenya

Remote City

Tallinn, Estonia

Remote City

Johannesburg, South Africa

Remote City