Senior Statistical Programmer

Introduction to role

This role is based in Barcelona, with an on‑site commitment of three days a week. Fluency in English is required.

Are you ready to combine scientific rigor with data‑driven programming to accelerate therapies that can change patients’ lives? In this role, you will lead and deliver statistical programming that turns complex clinical data into clear, decision‑ready evidence for global studies.

Accountabilities

• Study Programming Leadership: Lead programming deliverables for clinical studies or small to medium projects, ensuring clarity of scope, robust plans, and aligned expectations.
• Quality and Timeliness: Deliver high‑quality programming outputs on schedule, embedding quality in your own work and guiding others to meet exacting standards.
• Protocol and Development Alignment: Implement statistical programming aspects of protocols and clinical development plans, translating scientific intent into reliable datasets and analyses.
• Independent Programming Excellence: Program independently with high efficiency and precision, applying advanced techniques and macros to streamline workflows.
• Specifications and Documentation: Write clear programming specifications and oversee completeness of all relevant documentation to support audit‑ready deliverables.
• Standards and Automation: Ensure adherence to CDISC and internal standards; promote and apply automation to enhance efficiency and consistency across studies.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to or drive best practices and technical initiatives that elevate quality, speed, and effectiveness within the function.
• Risk Management: Identify, manage, and communicate programming risks proactively, maintaining delivery momentum and enabling informed decisions.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Work closely with statisticians, lead programmers, data managers, and study leaders to align on priorities and resolve issues rapidly.
• Vendor Partnership: Collaborate with contract programming providers to ensure outcomes meet AstraZeneca’s standards and business needs.
• Stakeholder Influence: Provide subject matter expertise on programming topics, shaping study strategies and decisions.
• Project Management: Apply project management principles to plan, track, and deliver programming aspects of drug or technical projects.

Essential Skills/Experience

• Degree in Mathematics (e.g., Applied Math, Engineering, etc.), Statistics, Computer Science, Life Science, or equivalent.
• Excellent programming skills in SAS (or R) and SAS macros.
• Proficient knowledge of the clinical development process and industry standards (CDISC).
• Ability to apply programming knowledge to problem solving.
• Ability to manage relevant documentation.
• Ability to influence relevant stakeholders on programming related items.
• Current knowledge of technical and regulatory requirements relevant to the role.

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Broad experience across multiple therapeutic areas and across all phases of clinical trials.
• Experience in regulatory submissions and interactions.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry‑leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non‑discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.