Senior Project Lead Programmer, Raleigh, NC
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Job Description
Make your mark for patients
We are looking for a Senior Project Lead Programmer who is strategic, collaborative, and innovative to join us in our Biometrics and Data Science team, based in our Raleigh, NC office in the United States.
About the role
In this role, you will serve as the senior programming leader for one or more complex clinical development programs. You will lead programming strategy, delivery, and innovation across the full drug development lifecycle, partnering closely with global, cross-functional teams. You will shape modern programming practices, ensure high-quality regulatory submissions, and play a visible role in advancing data-driven decision-making across the organization.
Who you'll work with
You will work within the Biometrics and Data Science organization, collaborating with statisticians, data scientists, clinical leaders, regulatory partners, and external vendors. You will act as the primary programming representative on compound or project teams, working across geographies and functions to deliver high-impact results in a fast-moving, global environment.
What you'll do
Interested? For this role we're looking for the following
Minimum requirements
Preferred requirements
Internal applicants should be in their current job for at least 12 months, must meet performance standards and are not on formal corrective/disciplinary process (PIP), warning, final warning, or compliance warning letters within the last 12 months. Please inform your Manager or your Talent Partner before applying to any internal job opportunities.
Unless explicitly stated in the description, this role is hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office, regardless of your current contractual agreement. If your current working arrangements differ, please contact your Talent Partner to discuss before submitting your application.
UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. UCB invites you to voluntarily self-identify during the application process. Provision of self-identification information is entirely voluntary and a decision to provide or not provide such information will not have any effect on your application for employment, your employment with UCB, or otherwise subject you to any adverse treatment. Any information you provide will be considered confidential and will be kept separate from your application and/or personnel file and will only be used in accordance with applicable laws, orders, and regulations.
Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on [email protected] for application to US based roles. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.
Requisition ID: 92674
Recruiter: Kevin Ross
Hiring Manager: Alberto Montironi
Talent Partner: Natacha Tassier
Job Level: SM II
Please consult HRAnswers for more information on job levels.
We are looking for a Senior Project Lead Programmer who is strategic, collaborative, and innovative to join us in our Biometrics and Data Science team, based in our Raleigh, NC office in the United States.
About the role
In this role, you will serve as the senior programming leader for one or more complex clinical development programs. You will lead programming strategy, delivery, and innovation across the full drug development lifecycle, partnering closely with global, cross-functional teams. You will shape modern programming practices, ensure high-quality regulatory submissions, and play a visible role in advancing data-driven decision-making across the organization.
Who you'll work with
You will work within the Biometrics and Data Science organization, collaborating with statisticians, data scientists, clinical leaders, regulatory partners, and external vendors. You will act as the primary programming representative on compound or project teams, working across geographies and functions to deliver high-impact results in a fast-moving, global environment.
What you'll do
- Lead programming strategy and delivery for complex clinical development programs
- Serve as primary programming representative on cross-functional project teams
- Drive innovation in statistical programming methods, tools, and operating models
- Ensure high-quality, compliant programming deliverables for regulatory submissions
- Lead, coach, and develop global programming teams and external partners
- Represent the organization in cross-industry initiatives and scientific forums
Interested? For this role we're looking for the following
Minimum requirements
- Master's degree in statistics, computer science, life sciences, or related discipline
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in statistical programming within the pharmaceutical industry
- Minimum of 5 years of experience leading complex programs or global programming teams
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in people leadership, including managers or senior leads
Preferred requirements
- Advanced programming expertise using SAS, R, or similar languages
- Strong knowledge of clinical trial standards and regulatory submission requirements
- Experience leading global regulatory submissions and health authority interactions
- Proven track record in driving innovation and operating model transformation
- Active participation in external data, analytics, or programming communities
Internal applicants should be in their current job for at least 12 months, must meet performance standards and are not on formal corrective/disciplinary process (PIP), warning, final warning, or compliance warning letters within the last 12 months. Please inform your Manager or your Talent Partner before applying to any internal job opportunities.
Unless explicitly stated in the description, this role is hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office, regardless of your current contractual agreement. If your current working arrangements differ, please contact your Talent Partner to discuss before submitting your application.
UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. UCB invites you to voluntarily self-identify during the application process. Provision of self-identification information is entirely voluntary and a decision to provide or not provide such information will not have any effect on your application for employment, your employment with UCB, or otherwise subject you to any adverse treatment. Any information you provide will be considered confidential and will be kept separate from your application and/or personnel file and will only be used in accordance with applicable laws, orders, and regulations.
Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on [email protected] for application to US based roles. Please note should your enquiry not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.
Requisition ID: 92674
Recruiter: Kevin Ross
Hiring Manager: Alberto Montironi
Talent Partner: Natacha Tassier
Job Level: SM II
Please consult HRAnswers for more information on job levels.
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