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Associate Principal Scientist, Statistical Programming

$144.37k - $224.1k
Full-time

Merck

Job Description

Associate Principal Scientist, Statistical Programming - Rahway, NJ: -
  • Provide high quality statistical programming analysis and reporting deliverables for global PK modeling and simulation stakeholders Oncology therapeutic area.
  • Gather and interpret user requirements, retrieve the required data, transform the data into modeling-ready analysis datasets, and develop tables and figures according to the modeling analysis plans.
  • Lead the data stewardship and take accountability for the creation of modeling data from original data source(s) to final modeling dataset.
  • Act as a key collaborator with modelers, statisticians and other project stakeholders and execute project plans efficiently and oversee the work of other team members when opportunities arise.
  • Programmatically synthesize preclinical / clinical data into analysis ready structures from varied data sources.
  • Create modeling-ready datasets by integrating PK, PD and covariate data.
  • Produce tables and graphics for inclusion in study reports and regulatory submissions.
  • Ensure programmatic traceability from data source to modeling result.
  • Support the development of programming standards to enable efficient and high quality production of programming deliverables.
  • Produce SAS transport files and associated documentation for regulatory submissions.
  • Represent statistical programming on process improvement activities.
Education Requirements:
  • Must have a Bachelor's degree (or US equivalent) in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Life Sciences, Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field plus 9 years SAS programming experience in a clinical trial environment
OR
  • Master's degree (or US equivalent) in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Life Sciences, Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field plus 7 years SAS programming experience in a clinical trial environment.
Position Requirements:
  • Must possess significant expertise in SAS and clinical trial programming including data steps, procedures, SAS/MACRO, SAS/GRAPH; and programming expertise with clinical endpoint data (efficacy and safety) and pharmacokinetic data (raw concentration data, derived PK parameters).
  • Ability to design and develop complex programming algorithms; to efficiently manipulate clinical trial datasets including complex data preprocessing, filtering, and manipulation; demonstrated ability to work in an exploratory environment, handling non-standard data in a variety of formats with minimal requirements.
  • Knowledge of pharmaceutical development processes.
  • Ability to comprehend analysis plans which may describe methodology to be programmed.
  • Understanding of statistical or pharmacokinetic terminology and concepts; and ability to implement statistical methods not currently available through commercial software packages also required.
  • Must possess broad knowledge and significant experience in developing analysis and reporting deliverables for R&D projects (data, analyses, tables, graphics, listings).
  • Ability to lead at a program level; ability to determine approach and ensure consistency and direct development of others when opportunities arise; ability to engage key stakeholders required.
  • Must possess strong project management skills; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to negotiate and collaborate effectively; and excellent written, oral, and presentation skills.
The salary range for this role is: $144,373.00 - $224,100.00 per year

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.

Required Skills:

-Preferred Skills:

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We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing together, talented, and committed people with diverse experiences, perspectives, skills and backgrounds. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when people with diverse ideas, broad experiences, backgrounds, and skills come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively.

San Francisco Residents Only: -We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles Residents Only: -We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. -No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.-

Employee Status:
Regular

Relocation:
No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:
No

Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable

Shift:
Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:
No

Hazardous Material(s):
n/a

Job Posting End Date:
09/8/2026
*A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE -the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID: R400978
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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