Posted 2 months ago
Principal Programmer
@ PHASTAR
Remote in Canada
Overview
PHASTAR is hiring a Principal Programmer for a full-time, fully remote role supporting clinical and non-clinical studies and regulatory submissions. The work involves producing and validating CDISC SDTM and ADaM datasets, writing and debugging complex macros in R, and reviewing Statistical Analysis Plans. The role is open to candidates based in Canada, Spain, France and the UK, with flexible hours.
Responsibilities:
- Produce and validate SDTM and ADaM datasets to quality standards
- Write, review and debug complex macros
- Review SAPs and output shells from a programming perspective
- Lead statistical programming across multiple studies
- Support regulatory submission activities
Requirements summary:
- BSc in Mathematics, Computer Science or related discipline
- Significant demonstrable R experience
- Solid experience with CDISC standards and SDTM/ADaM programming
- Experience leading several studies or projects
- MSc in a related discipline is advantageous
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-17
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-12
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-12
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Job details
| Seniority | Lead |
| Department | Research & science |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Home |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Mathematics, Computer Science |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours |
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PHASTAR
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Phastar is an award-winning specialist biometrics and data science CRO, trusted by pharma, biotech, and medical device companies worldwide. With a global team of data specialists, it brings expertise, precision, and pace to every trial – because behind every data point is a patient waiting for treatment. Phastar doesn’t just deliver high-quality clinical trial data. It partners with clients to turn complexity into clarity. Leveraging technology, AI-enhanced analytics, advanced statistical methods, and deep therapeutic expertise, it accelerates regulatory approvals, ensures compliance with global standards and mitigates risk. Phastar has a proven track record in transforming complex data into clear, actionable intelligence, empowering its partners to accelerate drug development. With scalable, tailored solutions, it expedites trials – bringing life-changing therapies to patients faster.
- LinkedIn followers
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- People associated on LinkedIn
- 373
- Reported office locations
- 2D Bollo Lane, Chiswick, London, W4 5LE, GB
- Canterbury, GB
- Sheffield, GB
- Manchester, GB
- Glasgow, GB
- Berlin, DE
- Boston, MA, US
- Raleigh-Durham, NC, US
- Nairobi, KE
- Newcastle, NSW, AU
- Tokyo, JP
- San Diego, CA, US
- Bangalore, IN
- Shanghai, CN
- Business categories
- Data Management
- Medical Device
- Biotechnology
- Life Science
- Pharmaceutical
- Other recorded names
- PHASTAR
- Phastar
- Specialties
- Statistical consulting
- Study design
- Simulation
- Non-parametric
- CDISC
- Statistical training
- Missing data
- Clinical trial reporting
- Bayesian
- Statistical analysis plan
- Publications
- Medical writing
- Data Management
- EDC
- Adaptive Study Design
- Analysis plans
- Data Visualisation
- CDASH standard datasets
- Medrio
- Database build and validation
- Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning
- and Medidata
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Phastar is an award-winning specialist biometrics and data science CRO, trusted by pharma, biotech, and medical device companies worldwide. With a global team of data specialists, it brings expertise, precision, and pace to every trial – because behind every data point is a patient waiting for treatment. Phastar doesn’t just deliver high-quality clinical trial data. It partners with clients to turn complexity into…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Biotechnology Research |
| Company size | 501-1,000 employees |
| Headquarters | London |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 2007 |
| Specialties | Statistical consultingStudy designSimulationNon-parametricCDISCStatistical trainingMissing dataClinical trial reportingBayesianStatistical analysis plan |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 2 |
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Overview
Work as a principal programmer across multiple clinical and non-clinical studies; supporting regulatory submission activities; producing and validating datasets and outputs to excellent quality whilst adhering to deliverable timelines. Excellent knowledge of CDISC SDTM and ADaM implementation guidelines working independently in this area; producing, reviewing and updating complex dataset specifications (including efficacy); creating and debugging complex macros; reviewing Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs), including study specific ISS/ISE and DSMB SAPs and output shells with a view to commenting from a programming perspective. Excellent team work ethos, proactive at managing workload, willingness to help others and learn new skills from working in a team environment.
This role is full-time and fully-remote. The successful candidate may be based in Canada, Spain, France and the UK.
Responsibilities
The following areas of expertise will be aligned to the role...
- Statistical expertise and scientific leadership
- Leadership and people development
- Compliance, quality and governance
- Communication and influence
Qualifications
- BSc in Mathematics, Computer Science or a related discipline
- Significant demonstrable R experience
- Solid experience of CDISC data standards
- Experience of programming to SDTM and ADaM standards
- Excellent communication skills, well-organized, proactive team player with a creative approach to problem-solving
- Experience as a lead on several studies/projects
- MSc in Mathematics, Computer Science or a related discipline is advantageous
Why Join Us
- Remote working and flexible working hours
- Career development, mentorship, and continuous learning
- Supportive, friendly, and collaborative culture
About Phastar
Phastar is an award-winning biometrics and data science CRO, trusted by pharma, biotech, and medical device companies worldwide. With a global team of data specialists, we bring expertise, precision, and pace to every trial, because behind every data point is a patient waiting for treatment.
We transform complex data into clear, actionable intelligence, helping accelerate drug development, and bring life-changing therapies to patients faster.
Awards & Recognition
- SCRIP – Best Contract Research Organization, Specialist Provider
- Citeline – 2025 Award Winner
- Fierce CRO Awards – Recognized Industry Leader
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Be part of a team known for technical expertise, quality, and impact. We value Excellence, Collaboration, Integrity, Innovation, and Passion—and we seek team members who embody these qualities. Apply today!
Phastar is committed to the principles and practices of equal opportunities and to encourage the establishment of a diverse workforce. It is our policy to employ individuals on the basis of their suitability for the work to be performed and their potential for development, regardless of age, sex, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief. This includes creating a culture that fully reflects our commitment to equal opportunities for all.
Important notice to Employment businesses/Agencies
Phastar does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact Phastar's Head of Talent Acquisition to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to Phastar. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and Phastar. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of Phastar. Phastar shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.
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