Key skills
PythonRAnalyticsDatabricksUnit TestingGitBitbucketAgileCI/CD
About this role
Role Overview
- Lead the design, development, and validation of R/Python code to automate generation of analytical datasets and TLFs.
- Translate SAPs and metadata specifications (YAML/CSV) into executable and reproducible code.
- Build and validate R packages and data science tools supporting both exploratory and confirmatory analyses.
- Implement and validate statistical models (e.g., MMRM, ANCOVA, logistic regression).
- Collaborate with IT to integrate data science workflows within Databricks and CI/CD pipelines.
- Collaborate across programming, biostatistics, and data standards functions.
- Conduct peer code reviews, unit testing, and automated validation.
- Mentor and guide team members in best practices for programming, validation, and automation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Science, or a related field.
- 8+ years of statistical programming experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry including hands-on experience with R and/or Python.
- Proven experience preparing or supporting R-based regulatory submissions.
- Strong understanding of CDISC ADaM and SDTM data structures, and their use in analytical workflows.
- Experience developing and validating reusable R/Python libraries and functions.
- Proficiency with Git, Bitbucket, and CI/CD automation pipelines.
- Working knowledge of GxP and Part 11 compliance.
- Excellent documentation and validation practices.
- Collaborative and proactive mindset; able to operate independently in a small, agile team.
- Familiarity with YAML/JSON configuration and metadata-driven programming workflows (preferred).
- Prior experience migrating from SAS to R/Python (preferred).
- Knowledge of R validation frameworks (e.g., risk-based testing, reproducibility documentation) (preferred).
- Experience with exploratory analytics or visualization in R or Python within a regulated framework (preferred).
Tech Stack
- Python
Benefits
- 99% of the premium paid for medical, dental and vision plans.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- AD&D and disability benefits.
- Voluntary plans to personalize your coverage.
- 401(k) matching up to 6% on eligible contributions.
- Long-term stock incentives and ESPP.
- Discretionary quarterly bonus.
- Flexible wellness benefit.
- Generous PTO and paid holidays.
- Company-wide shutdowns.