At PPD, you'll have the freedom to try new ideas and the ability to do something truly great. In our environment, innovation is encouraged. That's why the world's leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies come to us for discovery and development services. And why PPD is the best choice for you and for your career. Programmer Analyst Description The Programmer Analyst is a computer programming position working with clinical trials data. Provides programming support for some or all of the following activities:
- Creation and maintenance of programs used for data entry, data management, data validation, statistical report generation, and program validation
- Assists Data Management and Biostatistics with developing tools and techniques for improving process efficiencies
- Communicates effectively within a multi-disciplinary project team to complete assigned tasks on time and within budget
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- BA/BS degree or equivalent in computer science, statistics, biostatistics, mathematics or related field and
- Minimum 2 years of programming experience and
- 1 year of clinical research or related experience and
- Database management and SAS programming experience
- PL/SQL programming experience is preferred
- Or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of one or more programming languages
- Knowledge of relational data base structure and experience working with complex data systems
- Experience demonstrating a strong attention to detail
- Experience demonstrating leadership ability and ability to work on a multi-disciplinary project team
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Ability to effectively organize and manage multiple assignments with challenging timelines
- Ability to adapt and adjust to changing priorities
- Positive attitude and the ability to work well with others
- Demonstrated initiative and motivation
- Ability to mentor Associate Programmer in nuances of clinical trials programming
PPD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Additional Information
Position Type: Full Time, Employee
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