IQVIA Posted November 6, 2026

Principal Stat Programmer

Bangalore, India Full time
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About this opportunity

Job Overview

The Principal Stat Programmer plays a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of statistical programming across various clinical projects. This position demands proficiency in SAS programming and familiarity with CDISC standards, particularly ADaM and SDTM models. Key responsibilities include developing and validating complex data sets and outputs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, and providing technical guidance on statistical methodologies and programming best practices. The role also involves mentoring junior programmers and contributing to the continuous improvement of programming workflows and standards, supporting the overall quality deliverables of the statistical programming department.

Essential Functions

• Develops and validates complex datasets and outputs using SAS programming, ensuring compliance with CDISC standards such as ADaM and SDTM models.

• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to optimize statistical programming processes and enhance overall efficiency and accuracy.

• Provides technical guidance and expertise on statistical methodologies to support clinical trial projects and departments.

• Mentors and guides junior programmers, fostering their growth and development.

• Contributes to the continuous improvement of programming workflows and departmental standards.

• Ensures high-quality deliverables from the statistical programming department by adhering to best practices and established protocols.

• Leads initiatives to enhance programming tools and techniques, driving innovation in statistical programming.

• Partners with leadership to align programming objectives with larger organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Statistics, Computer Science or related field Req

• Master's Degree Statistics or Computer Science Pref

• Ability to lead/manage others Capably leads and manages programming teams, ensuring adherence to standards and mentoring junior programmers.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive project data and internal communications

• Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills Exercises sound judgment and decision-making in selecting statistical methods and programming techniques.

• Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines Effectively manages time and resources to deliver high-quality programming outputs within tight deadlines.

• Project Demonstrated project management skills Executes projects efficiently, demonstrating strong project management skills to coordinate tasks and resources effectively.

• Possesses strong technical aptitude Demonstrates robust technical aptitude with a deep understanding of SAS programming and CDISC standards.

• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data Analyses and interprets financial data accurately to make informed decisions in statistical programming.

• Demonstrated analytical skills Utilizes strong analytical skills to assess statistical programming requirements and ensure data integrity.

• Demonstrated problem solving skills Applies effective problem-solving skills to overcome programming challenges and optimize workflows.

• Excellent interpretation of complex statistical data Interprets complex statistical data with proficiency, ensuring accurate construction and validation of clinical datasets.

• Demonstrated written communication skills Exhibits strong written communication skills to document programming methodologies and procedures clearly

• Strong verbal communication and listening skills Communicates effectively with cross-functional teams to facilitate collaboration and improve statistical programming processes

• Instills commitment to organizational goals Inspires and motivates programming teams to align their work with organizational goals and quality standards.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com

IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism.

Job details

Seniority
Principal
Function
Biostatistics & Data Science
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Bangalore, India
Employment type
Full time

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Biostatistics & Data Science role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 141 comparable Principal Biostatistics & Data Science roles across 30 biopharma companies.

141Comparable roles tracked
128Currently active
30Companies hiring similar roles
19Countries represented

Salary context

55 of 141 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

This roleSubject Not listed on this posting
Lowest disclosed · Senior Statistical Programmer · Johnson & Johnson $106,000/yr – $170,200/yr
Peer group range $138,100 – $288,000 (median $186,375)

Where these roles are based

Top locations among the 141 comparable roles

United States82
India13
United Kingdom10
China5
Spain4
Canada4

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Seniority mix

141 of 141 peers have a known seniority level

Senior71
Principal42
Director28

Therapeutic area mix

14 of 141 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

Immunology7
Oncology3
Rare Disease2
Neuroscience1
Cardiovascular / CVRM1

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