Statistical Programming Team Lead

ICR United States USA

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India, Chennai Until 10/2/2026 First posted July 28, 2026 Last posted August 3, 2026
Job description
Statistical Programming Team Lead

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 Statistical Programming Team Lead at ICON, you will be responsible for overseeing the statistical programming activities within clinical trial projects, ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of statistical analysis outputs.

What You Will Do:

Your focus will be on coordinating statistical programming delivery, resolving issues, and developing team capability.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading and managing a team of statistical programmers, providing mentorship, guidance, and support to enhance team performance and development.
  • Overseeing the development, validation, and maintenance of statistical programs (SAS, R, or similar) for data manipulation, analysis, and reporting in clinical trials.
  • Collaborating with biostatisticians, project managers, and other stakeholders to define project requirements and ensure the accurate implementation of statistical analyses.
  • Ensuring adherence to industry regulations, including ICH/GCP guidelines, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within programming processes.
  • Managing project timelines and deliverables, while ensuring quality control of programming outputs and documentation.

Your Profile:

You will have solid statistical programming experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.

Required qualifications and experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in statistics, computer science, mathematics, or a related discipline
  • Significant experience in statistical programming within the clinical research industry, with a strong understanding of statistical methodologies.
  • Proven leadership skills with experience managing teams and driving successful project outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as SAS, R, or Python, along with experience in clinical data management systems.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders.

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.

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About this role

Summary

Lead and manage statistical programming team, ensure quality and adherence in clinical trial data analysis.

Job title

Statistical Programming Team Lead

Experience level

significant experience in statistical programming and leadership

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Chennai, India; remote not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

SASRPythonteam managementregulatory compliance

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

statistical programmingclinical trialsleadershipSASR
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

On-site City