Senior Statistical Programmer (Remote) at WCG Clinical
Cary, NC
$104,750–$128,000from the description
Jul 24, 2026
Cary, NC
Jul 26, 2026
What this job asks for AI summary
A senior-level SAS programming role supporting clinical trial data analysis and regulatory submissions, primarily involving the development, validation, and documentation of SDTM and ADaM datasets along with tables, listings, and figures. The position also carries responsibility for leading and mentoring junior programmers, conducting quality control reviews, and coordinating across statisticians, data managers, and clinical teams. It suits experienced clinical programmers with a strong background in CDISC standards and pharmaceutical or biotech environments.
Senior level · 5+ years · Remote · Master's required · Full-time
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What the occupation pays Median $83,282 (middle half $62,086–$109,537). This posting is about at that midpoint.
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Why we read it this way (6)
The role is a clinical/statistical programming specialty — it sits closest to 15-2099 (Mathematical Science Occupations, All Other), as the primary work is SAS-based statistical programming for clinical trials rather than general data science or software development. 15-2051 (Data Scientists) is listed as a runner-up given the statistical and analytical nature of the work.
The JD requires a Master's degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Life Sciences, or a related field with no 'or equivalent experience' escape clause, so the degree requirement is set to Masters.
Total years minimum is set to 5, reflecting the '5+ years of SAS programming experience' gate — the most demanding role-level experience requirement stated.
R programming is described as 'highly preferred,' placing it in the preferred category.
SAS Certification is listed as 'preferred' in its own section and is therefore not a hard gate.
The 3-year pharmaceutical/biotech/medical device industry experience requirement is a domain experience gate, not a named technology, so it is captured in total context but not emitted as a skill.
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