Principal Programmer Analyst

GSK•Upper Providence, PA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Provides statistical programming expertise in support of discovery (e.g. Product Development, Investigational Material Supply, Safety Assessment and Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics) and clinical development (e.g. analysis and reporting of Human Subject Research). Job Family - Data Use & Analytics: Develop, drive implementation and utilise methods, processes and systems to analyze data so that information is consumable for business use. Job Family Group - Digital, Data & Analytics: A set of tools and a mindset underpinned by advances in software, the increasing volumes of both structured and unstructured information and the ability to make sense of this data to identify trends and insights which allows us to engage with patients, customers and employees and drive better business decisions. We are seeking a Principal Programmer Analyst to join our Clinical Programming team, contributing to pipeline delivery across complex and pivotal studies. This role operates within an agile, squad-based environment, where you will lead study delivery, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and act as a technical mentor to ensure high-quality and timely outputs. Working closely with stakeholders across clinical, statistical, and operational functions, you will play a key role in bridging scientific requirements with technical solutions, supporting the successful execution of clinical development programmes within a global setting. We create a place where people can grow, be their best, be safe, and feel welcome, valued and included. We offer a competitive salary, an annual bonus based on company performance, healthcare and wellbeing programmes, pension plan membership, and shares and savings programme. We embrace modern work practises; our Performance with Choice programme offers a hybrid working model, empowering you to find the optimal balance between remote and in-office work. Discover more about our company wide benefits and life at GSK on our webpage Life at GSK | GSK

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related discipline
Five or more years if experience with at least one programming language and ability to evaluate and select appropriate tools or languages for specific tasks
Three or more years of experience working in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry with advanced understanding of clinical trials and therapeutic areas, applied to enhance programming outputs and decision-making
Experience leading discussions on programming strategies, displays, and custom programs
Experience implementing principles of governance, quality control, and compliance with regulatory requirements and programming standards

Nice To Haves

Experience guiding others in the use of Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) tools or applying these tools to improve efficiency
Experience contributing to internal technical discussions, forums, or external technical organizations
Application of critical thinking to implement standards and collaborate with stakeholders where deviations are required
Ability to articulate complex technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Experience contributing to department strategies and key technical initiatives through working groups or sub-teams
Demonstrated networking and collaboration across departments, divisions, and external partners
Experience facilitating integration across matrix teams and contributing to planning and execution of programming activities
Experience guiding teams and individuals, fostering continuous improvement, collaboration, and innovation
Demonstrated proficiency in R.

Responsibilities

Independently lead programming activities for one or more studies, ensuring development, maintenance, and validation of complex analysis packages
Foster quality assurance by ensuring programming activities adhere to standards such as Good Programming Practices and CDISC
Mentor junior programmers by providing guidance and support in technical programming tasks and industry best practices
Lead programming support for regulatory interactions (e.g., EMA, FDA)
Identify gaps and inefficiencies and recommend and implement innovative solutions aligned with standards and best practices
Establish and uphold governance frameworks, identify risks early and devise mitigation plans, ensuring timely escalation