Programmer/Analyst
GSK
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
GSK Clinical Programming brings together some of the most talented minds to engage in advanced data analytics, principles of data science, and developing new computational tools to support innovative research and develop novel therapies. We serve five key therapeutic areas: HIV, Immunology, Infections Disease, Oncology, Respiratory, and Vaccines, and offer unlimited growth opportunities and exciting career paths for a wide range of experience levels. Your Role This specialized Programmer/Analyst role combines technical proficiency with leadership and project management skills to provide timely, high-quality and compliant deliverables to support Oncology Disease Data Strategy (DDS) Objectives under supervision. Programmer/Analysts are expected to be subject matter experts and be able to mentor and train junior team members and new hires. They possess good communication and time management skills, are problem solvers, be able to engage in study lead responsibilities, and are willing to mentor junior programmers and new hires. This role also requires proactive cross-functional engagement with stakeholders, end-to-end disease area expertise, and a strong commitment to quality and innovation in statistical programming. Programmer/Analysts will be expected to participate in capabilities and non-project initiatives, present at internal forums, and learn new programming languages. They will also interact with non-programming team members and participate in core study team meetings under supervision. In this role you will Perform the transformation and harmonization of existing or acquired data (e.g., external and GSK Historical Trial Data (HTD), Real World Data (RWD), Biomarker) to drive the investigations required to meet the priority disease area objectives Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the Oncology disease area, data sources and advocate for quality deliverables and compliance with standards Author or advise on parts of the disease strategy analytics plan and relevant associated documents Proactively seek implementation of new tools in for exploratory analysis of acquired and internal data Develop strong relationships with statisticians and team members. Keep an awareness of departmental strategies and initiatives Provide input to strategic planning, where requested and under supervision, which may be shared with stakeholders Anticipate problems related to assigned work or areas of expertise and able to implement solutions, proactively seeking input from colleagues as needed Provide innovative solutions to solve more complex problems relating to own work Understand GxP, ICH requirements, internal processes and external regulations that govern drug development (where applicable) Demonstrate effectiveness in oral and written communications, ability to express ideas, and incorporate feedback to produce quality deliverables Why you? Qualifications & Skills: We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals: A BSc or BA (or equivalent) in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or related subject Intermediate to advanced programming skills in one or more programming languages, such as R, Python, and/or SAS Familiarity with CDISC standards and its application Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Preferred Qualifications & Skills: Please note the following skills are not necessary, just preferred, if you do not have them, please still apply: Experience with reuse of various forms of data such as Historical Trial data, Real World Data, Biomarker from various sources Experience with the concept of data reuse and External Control Arms Experience with writing and applying Metadata Specifications/Derivations. Intermediate to advanced understanding of the end-to-end clinical trial process Strong understanding of the purpose and application of key clinical documents Effective written, verbal communication skills Basic experience with representing programming function in cross-functional meetings, initiatives, and working groups. Some experience with training and mentoring junior programmers Therapeutic area expertise – Oncology preferred Closing Date for Applications – Monday 17th of March (COB)
