Clinical SDTM Programmer

Clinical SDTM Programmer (advanced)
ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.

We are recruiting an Advanced Clinical Programmer (SDTM) to support a long‑term FSP partnership with a global, top‑tier pharmaceutical company.

This role is highly focused on SDTM oversight, standards, and submission readiness, with direct visibility across study teams and regulatory deliverables.

About the Role

As an Advanced SDTM Clinical Programmer, you will provide end‑to‑end oversight of SDTM programming activities, from study set‑up through to submission‑ready packages. You will act as a technical authority on CDISC standards, ensuring quality, compliance, and consistency across trials while collaborating closely with Data Management, Statistics, and clinical teams.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys SDTM governance, review, and strategic input, not just hands‑on programming.

Key Responsibilities
Provide expert oversight of SDTM programming activities from study start‑up through database lock and regulatory submission

Lead or review the development of submission‑ready CDISC SDTM packages, including aCRFs, define.xml, and cSDRGs

Review and contribute to trial set‑up documentation, including data transfer agreements, metadata, and trial design specifications

Create or review SDTM mapping specifications for internal and external data sources

Generate or oversee the creation of SDTM datasets using standardized conversion frameworks and utilities

Ensure high-quality, compliant datasets, including Pinnacle 21 review, readiness for interim analyses, medical review, and final lock

Program or oversee data quality checks and review reports to support Data Management and study teams

Maintain regulatory awareness, ensuring SDTM deliverables meet FDA, PMDA, and global submission requirements

Act as a subject matter expert across CDISC standards (SDTM, CDASH, controlled terminology, define.xml)

Support the development and implementation of programming standards within the organisation

At senior level: mentor junior or flexible resources and provide leadership or coordination of support teams where required

Key Interfaces

You will work closely with a wide range of stakeholders, including:
Clinical Programmers and Statistical Programmers

Clinical Trial and Data Management teams

Clinical Data Standards groups

External DM CRO partners

Enabling Business & Information Services (EBIS)

Required Experience & Skills
Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related scientific discipline (or equivalent experience)

Strong clinical programming background with hands‑on trial experience

Expert knowledge of SAS programming within a clinical research environment

Advanced expertise in CDISC SDTM, including aCRFs, define.xml, and cSDRGs

Deep understanding of clinical data structures (SDTM and working knowledge of ADaM)

Experience working in global, cross‑functional clinical research teams

Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, matrixed FSP environment

Strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Project oversight or coordination experience is highly desirable

Why Apply?
Long‑term stability through a strategic FSP partnership

Direct exposure to high‑impact regulatory submissions

Opportunity to operate as an SDTM standards and oversight expert, not just a producer

Collaborative, global environment with access to industry‑leading tools and standards

Clear pathway for senior technical influence and mentorship

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

Benefits may include:
Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
Retirement and pension plans
Life assurance and disability coverage
Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

Inclusion and Accessibility
ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.

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