Analyst Programmer II
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Location: Durham, NC 27713
Description:
Job Title: Analyst Programmer II
Job Description
The Clinical Data Management Programmer II works under the supervision of the Clinical Data & Programming Manager and serves as a key technical contributor responsible for developing and maintaining programming solutions that support the Reading Center's data management infrastructure and operations. This role focuses on programming for clinical trial data integration, quality control, analytics, and custom database builds for electronic data capture, with a strong emphasis on using SAS to automate processes and ensure data integrity. The individual may also serve as a primary clinical data manager on designated clinical studies under the guidance of the Clinical Data & Programming Manager, acting as the main point of contact for study teams and sponsors regarding data handling, cleaning, and provisioning.
Responsibilities
The position is fully remote, with an option to visit the site, but most employees work offsite. Candidates must be based in one of the following states: North Carolina, California, DC, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, New York, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Arizona, Hawaii, Illinois, Montana, Colorado, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $33.37 - $53.92/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Job Description
The Clinical Data Management Programmer II works under the supervision of the Clinical Data & Programming Manager and serves as a key technical contributor responsible for developing and maintaining programming solutions that support the Reading Center's data management infrastructure and operations. This role focuses on programming for clinical trial data integration, quality control, analytics, and custom database builds for electronic data capture, with a strong emphasis on using SAS to automate processes and ensure data integrity. The individual may also serve as a primary clinical data manager on designated clinical studies under the guidance of the Clinical Data & Programming Manager, acting as the main point of contact for study teams and sponsors regarding data handling, cleaning, and provisioning.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and maintain SAS programs and scripts to automate clinical data integration, cleaning, reshaping, and export processes.
- Build and maintain data pipelines to support the export, transformation, and validation of ophthalmic imaging graded data and functional test data from various sources.
- Develop reusable macros, templates, and code libraries to streamline clinical data workflows and ensure consistency across studies.
- Use SAS and other analytical tools (e.g., R, Python) to build custom reports and visualizations to monitor data quality and support operational decisions.
- Document all data processes and code thoroughly in compliance with GCP and internal documentation standards.
- Serve as the designated clinical data manager on assigned studies, coordinating data activities and acting as the primary point of contact for sponsors and CROs.
- Lead the development of clinical data management planning documents (including database design specifications, data transfer agreements, and other sponsor-facing documentation) in collaboration with project stakeholders for the assigned studies.
- Perform clinical data review, cleaning, discrepancy management, and coding in alignment with study protocols and DRC scope of work.
- Collaborate with study teams to design case report forms (CRFs) and data collection strategies.
- Support the validation and quality control activities of Electronic Grading System (EGS) study databases as needed.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of SOPs, work instructions, and validation documentation for clinical data management processes and systems.
- Partner with other data programmers and analysts to enhance the Reading Center's data infrastructure and implement standardized solutions.
- Train and mentor colleagues and end users on SAS, other data management tools, and DM best practices.
- Provide one-on-one and small group instruction to study teams and staff on tools and workflows to strengthen data literacy.
- Participate in internal working groups to drive continuous improvement and innovation in data management practices across the Reading Center.
- Attend and contribute to Reading Center Data Team meetings, staff meetings, and project-specific discussions.
- Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders to translate study needs into efficient data solutions.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein, as assigned by the Clinical Data & Programming Manager.
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific, technical, or health-related field.
- 5+ years' experience with clinical data management.
- 5+ years' experience with SAS programming (including data step programming, macros, hash object, and PROC SQL).
- Experience with Groovy, JavaScript, and XSLT languages.
- Familiarity with good clinical data management practices, CDISC standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Experience with ophthalmology or imaging studies.
- Software development experience with languages and tools such as JavaScript, Java, and Groovy.
The position is fully remote, with an option to visit the site, but most employees work offsite. Candidates must be based in one of the following states: North Carolina, California, DC, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, New York, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Arizona, Hawaii, Illinois, Montana, Colorado, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $33.37 - $53.92/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.