PHASTAR are expanding our team in Nairobi, Kenya and we are looking for exceptional individuals who would like to train and develop as statistical programmers. We are looking to invest in those who have a background in computing with an interest in developing your career by getting involved in the analysis of clinical data. You will be involved in making a difference by helping to develop new medicines. This is a great opportunity to further your career within the pharmaceutical industry.
About the Position
PHASTAR work within the pharmaceutical industry and use SAS (www.sas.com) as a programming language on a daily basis. We are looking for individuals to train as statistical programmers.
You will receive thorough classroom based training for a number of weeks before being assigned a dedicated mentor to help you become a proficient SAS programmer. Upon completing your training you will begin to work on projects with our clients and begin to make a difference in the development of drugs within the pharmaceutical industry.
Once completing the training programme you will be able to:
Have an understanding of the process of collecting and analysing data from clinical trials
Analyse and report data from clinical trials
Produce tables, figures and listings that would become part of a clinical report
Manipulate data using dataset programming
Understand industry standards (e.g. CDISC standards – SDTM and ADaM)
Candidate Requirement
Educated to degree level within a computing, science or mathematical subject
Exceptional and highly motivated candidates with equivalent or lower qualifications with experience in computing, science or mathematics above will also be considered
Experience working in a computer programming environment is desired
Genuine interest in data analysis and computer programming and working within the pharmaceutical industry
Excellent written and verbal communication (in English)
A clear thinker with a logical approach
Hard-working with a positive attitude
Aptitude for learning and developing your skill set
Ability to work in the Kenya on a full time basis without any restrictions
The role is office based in Nairobi
Please visit www.phastar.com for further information on the company
