Principal Programmer

Principal Programmer

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Clinical Programming at GSK

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

The Principal Programmer role supports all aspects of programming activities and engages in study lead activities under supervision. Senior programmers are expected to be subject matter experts and be able to mentor and train junior team members and new hires. They are technically strong, 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.

In this role you will

• Demonstrates proficiency in developing, QCing, and debugging complex code and macros with minimal supervision
• Identifies gaps in current programming best practices and offer suggestions
• Understands the management of programs, including change control, and their importance
• Ensures adherence to standards and has an awareness of evolving standards, both internal and external
• Provides input to strategic planning, where requested and under supervision, which may be shared with stakeholders
• Anticipates 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
• Anticipates compliance, quality or governance issues and proposes solutions to achieve resolution
• Uses networking skills to collaborate with peers or non-programming stakeholders
• Represents function and/or GSK as part of a team for external organizations

Closing Date for Applications: until filled

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Why you?

Basic Qualifications & Skills:

We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals:

• BSC or BA (or equivalent) in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or related subject
• Experience with using the programming languages, such as R, Python, Spotfire, S-Plus, and/or SAS
• Experience with CDISC standards and its application

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:

• MSc or PhD (or equivalent) in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or related subject preferred
• Experience with submission activities is preferred
• 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
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Why GSK?

We’re combining the power of genetic and genomic insights into what causes disease, with the speed and scale of artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML) to make better predictions about who a treatment might work for, and why. We believe this powerful combination of data and technology holds the key to fundamentally transforming medical discovery for the better, improving R&D success rates and shaping how even the most challenging diseases, like neurological conditions and cancer, can be both prevented and treated. In 2021 we delivered four major product approvals: Cabenuva for HIV, Jemperli for endometrial cancer, Xevudy for COVID-19 and Apretude, our new long-acting medicine for HIV prevention.

Find out more:

GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of 2030.

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