Associate Director Statistical Programming

🚀 Statistical Programming & Technology Lead (AD / Manager) | Pharma | Milan

Build the function. Build the team. Shape the technology strategy.

We’re partnering with a pharmaceutical organisation looking for an experienced Statistical Programming & Technology Lead to build and develop its programming and technology capability from the ground up .

This is much more than a traditional programming leadership role. You’ll have the autonomy to shape the team, technical environment, standards and future technology strategy.

What makes this role stand out:

- Build, recruit and lead the Statistical Programming & Technology team from scratch

• Define the programming structure, standards, processes and quality framework

• Drive technical advancement across AI, automation and data visualisation

• Shape the adoption and governance of SAS Viya , alongside SAS, R and Python

• Ensure high-quality, compliant SDTM, ADaM, TLF and regulatory submission outputs

• Establish governance around new tools and technologies

• Oversee the Statistical Computing Environment and continuous improvement initiatives

• Manage CRO/FSP programming partners and external delivery

• Work closely with Biostatistics, Data Management, Clinical Operations, Medical Affairs and IT

What we’re looking for:

✓ 12+ years’ Statistical Programming experience within Pharma, Biotech or CRO

✓ Proven programming leadership and people management experience

✓ Strong SAS, CDISC SDTM/ADaM and regulatory submission expertise

✓ Good understanding of ICH guidelines and clinical data standards

✓ Experience building or transforming programming teams/functions

✓ Knowledge of SAS Viya, R, Python, AI, automation and/or data visualisation highly desirable

✓ MSc/PhD in a relevant quantitative discipline

📍 Milan, Italy

🏢 4 days per week in the office / 1 day remote

💼 Permanent

Excellent remuneration package

If you’re a senior programming leader who wants the opportunity to create a modern Statistical Programming & Technology function rather than simply inherit one , this could be a fantastic next move.

Interested? Apply directly or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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