SAS Programming Manager- Early Phase

Netherlands office based or EU remote based

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior SAS programmer to join our Early Phase team in a management capacity

At ICON, it’s our people that set us apart. Our diverse teams enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients’ lives.

Our ‘Own It’ culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as individuals and set us apart as an organisation: Accountability & Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity. We want to be the Clinical Research Organisation that delivers excellence to our clients and to patients at every touch-point. In short, to be the partner of choice in drug development.

That’s our vision. We’re driven by it. And we need talented people who share it.
If you’re as driven as we are, join us. You’ll be working in a dynamic and supportive environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people in the sector, and you’ll be helping shape an industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the clinical trial analysis programming activities of the SAS Programmers to meet departmental goals. Participate in software development as necessary.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of SOPs, including software validation, documentation, study archiving and others as needed.
• Monitor the SAS programming workload, assignment of programming personnel and progress of all activities to assure timely and quality completion.
• Review the design of data processing specifications and computer programming documentation as required. Monitors internal procedures to ensure staff adherence to all departmental standards.
• Manage the administrative activities of the SAS programming staff including recruitment, training, development, preparation of performance appraisals etc.
• Maintenance of professional currency through the investigation of new software and attendance at appropriate meetings and courses.

Key requirements:

• Substantial experience from a CRO or pharmaceutical setting
• Must have technical SAS programming experience at a senior or principal level
• Prior functional management would be beneficial but not essential

Benefits of Working in ICON:

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals - both ours and yours.
We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans - and related benefits such as life assurance - so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you’ll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.

ICON is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know through the form below.

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