Senior Statistical Programmer

Senior / Principal Biostatistician Statistical Programmer / Technology Lead – Global Pharma | Italy (Hybrid)

Shape the Future of Drug Development

Are you an experienced statistical programmer & technical lead, ready to take your expertise to the next level? Our client, a leading international pharmaceutical company, is looking for a Principal Biostatistician Statistical Programmer / Technology Lead to join their dynamic and collaborative team. The company are based in Italy, working hybrid (4 days to be based in office in Milan).

This position would require:

• Project & Team Leadership: Directs all programming activities for clinical trials (Phase I–IV) or large global projects, coordinating work across internal teams and external contractors.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensures clinical data, analysis datasets, and reporting outputs strictly conform to global standards like CDISC standards (SDTM and ADaM)
• Technical Strategy & Innovation: Drives the integration of new technologies, automation tools, and programming languages (such as transitioning from traditional SAS to hybrid environments using R or Python and AI tools).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partners closely with biostatisticians, data managers, and medical writers to design statistical analysis plans and resolve complex data issues.
• Resource & Quality Management: Allocates team workloads, sets project timelines, and mentors junior or senior programmers to ensure high technical standards.

Why Join This Team?

• Work with a top-tier pharmaceutical company with a global footprint
• Be part of a collaborative, science-driven culture
• Influence projects from early development through to regulatory approval
• Enjoy flexibility with a hybrid / remote work model based in Italy
• Make a tangible impact on the future of medicine – especially in rare and complex diseases

💡 Ready to make a difference in your next role?

Let’s talk! Reach out to Aimee at aimee@warmanobrien.com to learn more or apply today.