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Home Jobs Nairobi Senior Biostatistical Programmer Analyst

Senior Biostatistical Programmer Analyst

Jobs Kenya

Full Time Nairobi
Nairobi
Deadline: 11 September 2026
Posted June 14, 2026

The Senior Statistical Programmer will oversee the verification of datasets formatted to submission-ready standards (Adam), as well as tables, figures, listings, and submission packages. Additionally, this role will deliver specialized guidance in the planning, execution, and quality assurance of SAS programs designed to access, extract, transform, review, analyze, and submit clinical data for all required analyzes.

Why Join IQVIA?

Partner with prominent figures in the healthcare sector to spearhead projects at the cutting edge of clinical advancements.

Acquire experience across diverse therapeutic domains, indications, and clinical development stages.

Career advancement opportunities are available to support your professional growth alongside the company’s expansion, with AI-driven career progression facilitated by our internal talent marketplace, Career Connections.

Professional development through structured mentorship initiatives facilitated by Employee Resource Groups across the organization.

Offering flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work–life balance and foster professional achievement.

Join a company recognized among the 2026 Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies, proudly nominated for the fifth consecutive year.

Oversee a comprehensive range of duties encompassing project management, team leadership, and strategic planning to ensure operational efficiency and goal attainment. Develop and implement policies, procedures, and best practices to streamline workflows and enhance productivity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align objectives, resolve challenges, and drive innovative solutions. Monitor performance metrics, conduct regular assessments, and provide actionable feedback to foster continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and organizational policies while maintaining a high standard of quality and accountability in all deliverables.

Works collaboratively with study teams to develop data structures and define specifications for ad hoc deliverables and study outputs, such as Adam datasets, tables, figures, listings, and analysis submission content.

Collaborates closely with study teams to uphold the integrity, precision, and submission readiness of clinical data, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements such as SDTM, Adam, tables, figures, listings, and define.xml.

Experienced professionals will spearhead and coordinate pooled and exploratory analyses initiatives, collaborating closely with the Statistics TA lead and/or study statisticians, as well as with the clinical programming team and their repository of legacy data.

Experienced personnel will manage and direct the internal development and implementation of ISS and IS datasets, along with their corresponding deliverables—such as tables, figures, and listings—when these are not furnished by the Contract Research Organization (CRO).

Leads and manages the development and execution of sophisticated SAS programs tailored for applications that analyze and report intricate clinical trial data in DISC Adam format.

Drives and manages the creation of worldwide resources aimed at enhancing the efficiency and capability of the Statistical Programming department.

Collaborates closely with clinical study teams to coordinate and implement activities, ensuring that project timelines are consistently met while maintaining high-quality deliverables.

Works collaboratively with the CR&D team to address data analysis inquiries.

Conducts supplementary statistical evaluations encompassing, but not limited to, the following:

Assist in preparing and submitting responses to inquiries or requests from regulatory agencies, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines.

Compile comprehensive reports that synthesize safety and efficacy data to provide a cohesive overview of clinical trial outcomes.

Provide assistance in developing and disseminating publications and presentations to effectively communicate key insights and findings.

Facilitate the preparation and oversight of clinical trial planning and reporting by conducting thorough exploratory analyses of existing datasets.

Seeking a highly motivated individual with a proven track record in project management, preferably in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate must possess strong analytical skills, exceptional communication abilities, and the capacity to lead cross-functional teams effectively. A minimum of five years of experience in a similar role is required, along with proficiency in industry-standard software tools. Responsibilities include overseeing project timelines, managing budgets, and ensuring all deliverables meet quality standards. Additionally, the candidate should demonstrate expertise in risk assessment, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning to drive project success.

A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a closely related field, supplemented by pertinent professional experience, is required.

Professionals with a minimum of five years of hands-on experience in clinical programming, statistical programming, or both—specifically within a Contract Research Organization (CRO) or pharmaceutical setting—are required to possess proficiency in SAS software.

A thorough grasp of clinical programming methodologies, as well as statistical programming processes and industry standards, is essential.

Professional candidates will bring demonstrated expertise in statistical programming with SAS, encompassing both its development and the application of SAS Macros. Additionally, they should possess well-honed programming and analytical problem-solving capabilities.

Proficient in utilizing R Programming, with comprehensive training and practical expertise cultivated through hands-on experience.

Proficient expertise in DISC standards, including CASH, SDTM, and Adam, is required.

Seasoned professionals with a track record of directing programming initiatives for integrated and exploratory analyses across diverse clinical studies, as well as submission-related activities, are encouraged to apply.

Demonstrated capability to perform efficiently in individual or collaborative environments while achieving established objectives through self-directed time management.

Experienced in collaborating with diverse, multidisciplinary, and globally distributed clinical trial teams.

Qualifications

BA/BSc/HND

Experience Required

5 years

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