Principal EDC Programmer - Canada, Mexico, Colombia, United States (Remote)
We have an incredible opportunity for a Principal EDC Programmer to join ICON’s Full-Service IOD Clinical Data Science Systems team. The Principal EDC Programmer will lead the programming of clinical data management systems (CDMS) (including dynamic eCRF checks and edit checks), non-CDMS components (including custom programs, reports, and integrations), and analytics solutions. They will also develop and maintain programs required for handling external vendor trial data.
Location: Remote
- Canada
- Mexico
- Colombia
- United States
What you will be doing:
- Develop, validate, and maintain programming solutions for CDMS (EDC systems such as Rave/Veeva), data validation outputs, data review/risk management outputs, custom reports, and programs in clinical trials, using SAS, R, and/or Python
- Develop and maintain programs required for handling external vendor data, using SAS, R, and/or SQL
- Perform extracts of data from CDMS and create data transfer programs
- Collaborate with data managers, project managers, and biostatisticians, among other positions, to ensure the integration of programming solutions into the overall data management process
- Act as a primary point of contact during the study set up and maintenance phase for system programming related questions by the project team
- Actively participate in internal and external meetings and provide constructive feedback to peers, team leads, and functional management
- Act as mentor and provide ad hoc guidance, training, and support to other programmers
- Support knowledge sharing within the Programmers group through presentations and preparation of training materials
- Assist in the development and implementation of improvements to technical systems and processes within an SME role
- Stay updated on advancements in programming languages and data management tools to enhance operational efficiencies
- Provide final-level technical review and consultation for complex programming activities
- Provide technical leadership for cross-study and program-level analytics initiatives
- Lead implementation of innovative analytical techniques, automation strategies, and process improvements
Your profile:
- 10+ years of experience with EDC programming (Medidata Rave and/or Veeva) for data validation outputs, data review/risk management outputs, custom reports, and programs in clinical trials
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages (R, Python, SAS and/or SQL)
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, with a commitment to delivering high-quality results
- Prior experience leading, training, and mentoring junior programmers
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
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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.
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