Merck Gruppe - MSD Sharp & Dohme
Associate Principal Statistical Programmer, Real World Evidence- Hybrid
Merck Gruppe - MSD Sharp & Dohme, Rahway, New Jersey, us, 07065
Overview
This position provides high quality statistical programming analysis and reporting and regulatory submission deliverables for Real World Evidence projects across our company's Biostatistics and Research Decision Sciences (BARDS) group. The associate principal statistical programmer utilizes strong expertise in multiple programming languages including SAS and R to efficiently manipulate electronic healthcare databases to discover disease prevalence and risk factors, describe drug utilization patterns and disease progression, answer clinical development questions, and support regulatory submissions. In this role, the associate principal statistical programmer will gather and interpret user requirements from epidemiologists, retrieve the required data from electronic healthcare databases, and develop disease cohorts, analytical datasets, tables, figures, and submission deliverables and perform validation activities following departmental standard operating procedures. The associate principal statistical programmer will be a key collaborator with Biostatistics and Research Decision Sciences (BARDS) epidemiologists and oversee the work of other team members when opportunities arise. Position Qualifications
Education Minimum Requirement: MS in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Life Sciences, Engineering or related analytical field plus minimum 7 yrs experience in multiple programming languages including SAS and R BA/BS in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Life Sciences, Engineering or related analytical field plus 9 years' experience in multiple programming languages including SAS and R
Required Experience and Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to negotiate and collaborate effectively Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills Broad knowledge and significant experience in developing analysis and reporting deliverables for Research & Development projects (data, analyses, tables, graphics, listings) Strong project management skills; leadership at a program level; determines approach and ensures consistency and directs development of others when opportunities arise; ability to engage key stakeholders Expertise in SAS and R Real World Evidence programming including data processing, statistical procedures and graphing and tabulation techniques; systems and database expertise Solid Real World Evidence and Real World domain knowledge Designs and develops programming algorithms Ability to quickly and effectively learn new program techniques and data structures; capacity to seamlessly assimilate to new projects Ability to comprehend data analysis plans which may describe observational research and statistical methodology to be programmed; understanding and implementation of observational research or statistical terminology and concepts; implements observational methods not currently available through commercial software packages. Programming expertise with electronic healthcare databases (electronic medical records and insurance claims); efficiently manipulates large databases including complex data preprocessing, filtering, and manipulation; experience with sampling strategies for large databases Unix operating system experience; SQL experience; systems and database experience Thrives working in an exploratory environment, handling non-standard data in a variety of formats with minimal requirements Demonstrated success in the assurance of deliverable quality and process compliance. Strong working knowledge of reporting processes (SOPs) and software development life-cycle (SDLC) An interest to advance career by investing in development activities and taking on tasks with increasing levels of challenge and responsibility Team oriented with demonstrated history of teamwork and collaboration; enjoying diversity, respect and integrity
Preferred Experience and Skills: Strategic thinking - ability to turn strategy into tactical activities; design of statistical databases with the end in mind that optimize analysis and reporting and leverage departmental standards and industry best-practices Experience in process improvement; utilizes and contributes to the development of standard departmental SAS macros and R code and tools Familiarity with the fields of Outcomes Research and Epidemiology including methodologies Experience with Common Data Model (CDM) Experience in CDISC and ADaM standards Experience in version control tools (e.g., git, Github) Experience working with coding systems such ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT, NDC Good working knowledge of reporting processes (SOPs) and software development life-cycle (SDLC) Expertise in statistics, clinical and data management concepts as applied to drug/vaccine development within the pharmaceutical industry Experience assuring programming consistency across protocols and projects, directing the program development effort of other programmers; experience as a programming mentor Ability to anticipate stakeholder requirements Ability and interest to work across cultures and geographies Active in professional societies
US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please contact us if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other legally protected characteristics. We comply with affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We are proud to be a company that embraces diversity and inclusion. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively. U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid model (three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, with Friday remote), unless business critical tasks require on-site presence. This model does not apply to field-based positions or other roles where remote work is not feasible. The salary range for this role is $139,600.00 - $219,700.00. The salary is a good faith estimate and varies based on education, qualifications, experience, location, government requirements, and business needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement benefits (401(k)), paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. More information about benefits is available on the company website. You can apply for this role through the company careers site. The application deadline is stated on this posting. San Francisco Residents Only:
We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in compliance with local ordinances. Los Angeles Residents Only:
We will consider all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with local laws. Additional Information Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully. Merck & Co., Inc. does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All resumes submitted by search firms without a valid written agreement will be the property of the company. No fee will be paid in the event of hire where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status:
Regular Relocation:
No relocation VISA Sponsorship:
Yes Travel Requirements:
10% Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid Shift:
Not Indicated Valid Driving License:
No Hazardous Material(s):
N/A Required Skills:
Clinical Development, Data Management, Data Modeling, Epidemiology, Git Version Control System, Numerical Analysis, Outcomes Research, Process Improvements, Programming Languages, Project Management, Software Development, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Statistical Programming, Strategic Thinking, Waterfall Model Preferred Skills: Job Posting End Date:
09/08/2025 Requisition ID:
R364181 #J-18808-Ljbffr
This position provides high quality statistical programming analysis and reporting and regulatory submission deliverables for Real World Evidence projects across our company's Biostatistics and Research Decision Sciences (BARDS) group. The associate principal statistical programmer utilizes strong expertise in multiple programming languages including SAS and R to efficiently manipulate electronic healthcare databases to discover disease prevalence and risk factors, describe drug utilization patterns and disease progression, answer clinical development questions, and support regulatory submissions. In this role, the associate principal statistical programmer will gather and interpret user requirements from epidemiologists, retrieve the required data from electronic healthcare databases, and develop disease cohorts, analytical datasets, tables, figures, and submission deliverables and perform validation activities following departmental standard operating procedures. The associate principal statistical programmer will be a key collaborator with Biostatistics and Research Decision Sciences (BARDS) epidemiologists and oversee the work of other team members when opportunities arise. Position Qualifications
Education Minimum Requirement: MS in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Life Sciences, Engineering or related analytical field plus minimum 7 yrs experience in multiple programming languages including SAS and R BA/BS in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Life Sciences, Engineering or related analytical field plus 9 years' experience in multiple programming languages including SAS and R
Required Experience and Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to negotiate and collaborate effectively Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills Broad knowledge and significant experience in developing analysis and reporting deliverables for Research & Development projects (data, analyses, tables, graphics, listings) Strong project management skills; leadership at a program level; determines approach and ensures consistency and directs development of others when opportunities arise; ability to engage key stakeholders Expertise in SAS and R Real World Evidence programming including data processing, statistical procedures and graphing and tabulation techniques; systems and database expertise Solid Real World Evidence and Real World domain knowledge Designs and develops programming algorithms Ability to quickly and effectively learn new program techniques and data structures; capacity to seamlessly assimilate to new projects Ability to comprehend data analysis plans which may describe observational research and statistical methodology to be programmed; understanding and implementation of observational research or statistical terminology and concepts; implements observational methods not currently available through commercial software packages. Programming expertise with electronic healthcare databases (electronic medical records and insurance claims); efficiently manipulates large databases including complex data preprocessing, filtering, and manipulation; experience with sampling strategies for large databases Unix operating system experience; SQL experience; systems and database experience Thrives working in an exploratory environment, handling non-standard data in a variety of formats with minimal requirements Demonstrated success in the assurance of deliverable quality and process compliance. Strong working knowledge of reporting processes (SOPs) and software development life-cycle (SDLC) An interest to advance career by investing in development activities and taking on tasks with increasing levels of challenge and responsibility Team oriented with demonstrated history of teamwork and collaboration; enjoying diversity, respect and integrity
Preferred Experience and Skills: Strategic thinking - ability to turn strategy into tactical activities; design of statistical databases with the end in mind that optimize analysis and reporting and leverage departmental standards and industry best-practices Experience in process improvement; utilizes and contributes to the development of standard departmental SAS macros and R code and tools Familiarity with the fields of Outcomes Research and Epidemiology including methodologies Experience with Common Data Model (CDM) Experience in CDISC and ADaM standards Experience in version control tools (e.g., git, Github) Experience working with coding systems such ICD-9, ICD-10, CPT, NDC Good working knowledge of reporting processes (SOPs) and software development life-cycle (SDLC) Expertise in statistics, clinical and data management concepts as applied to drug/vaccine development within the pharmaceutical industry Experience assuring programming consistency across protocols and projects, directing the program development effort of other programmers; experience as a programming mentor Ability to anticipate stakeholder requirements Ability and interest to work across cultures and geographies Active in professional societies
US and Puerto Rico Residents Only: Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities. Please contact us if you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other legally protected characteristics. We comply with affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We are proud to be a company that embraces diversity and inclusion. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively. U.S. Hybrid Work Model Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office-based positions in the U.S. will be working a Hybrid model (three total days on-site per week, Monday - Thursday, with Friday remote), unless business critical tasks require on-site presence. This model does not apply to field-based positions or other roles where remote work is not feasible. The salary range for this role is $139,600.00 - $219,700.00. The salary is a good faith estimate and varies based on education, qualifications, experience, location, government requirements, and business needs. The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement benefits (401(k)), paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. More information about benefits is available on the company website. You can apply for this role through the company careers site. The application deadline is stated on this posting. San Francisco Residents Only:
We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in compliance with local ordinances. Los Angeles Residents Only:
We will consider all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with local laws. Additional Information Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully. Merck & Co., Inc. does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All resumes submitted by search firms without a valid written agreement will be the property of the company. No fee will be paid in the event of hire where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status:
Regular Relocation:
No relocation VISA Sponsorship:
Yes Travel Requirements:
10% Flexible Work Arrangements:
Hybrid Shift:
Not Indicated Valid Driving License:
No Hazardous Material(s):
N/A Required Skills:
Clinical Development, Data Management, Data Modeling, Epidemiology, Git Version Control System, Numerical Analysis, Outcomes Research, Process Improvements, Programming Languages, Project Management, Software Development, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Statistical Programming, Strategic Thinking, Waterfall Model Preferred Skills: Job Posting End Date:
09/08/2025 Requisition ID:
R364181 #J-18808-Ljbffr