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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for sas statistical programmer in New York is $62.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.12 and $93.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A SAS Statistical Programmer is a professional who utilizes SAS software to manage, analyze, and report statistical data, primarily in industries like pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and clinical research. They write and validate programs to generate tables, listings, and figures for clinical trials or other data-driven studies. Their role involves ensuring data accuracy, compliance with regulatory guidelines, and collaboration with statisticians and researchers to support decision-making.

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Sas Statistical Programmers often work on projects involving the analysis and reporting of clinical trial or observational study data, producing datasets, tables, listings, and figures to support regulatory submissions or scientific publications. They routinely collaborate with biostatisticians, clinical data managers, and project managers to ensure data quality and compliance with industry standards. Daily responsibilities include coding in SAS, validating datasets, troubleshooting data issues, and preparing documentation. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as the role frequently involves working in multidisciplinary teams to meet project goals and timelines.

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To thrive as a Sas Statistical Programmer, you need a strong background in statistics, programming (especially SAS), and data management, usually supported by a degree in statistics, computer science, or a related field. Familiarity with SAS Base, SAS Macro, and clinical data standards like CDISC, as well as relevant industry certifications, are commonly required. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills are valuable soft skills. These competencies ensure accurate data analysis, clear reporting, and successful collaboration within cross-functional teams in fields like healthcare or pharmaceuticals.

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Associate Principal Scientist, Statistical Programming

Merck & Co., Inc.

Rahway, NJ • On-site

$144K - $224K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Job Description
Associate Principal Scientist, Statistical Programming - Rahway, NJ:
  • Lead statistical programming activities for multiple and/or complex late-stage clinical trial development programs.
  • Develop and execute statistical analysis and reporting deliverables (e.g., safety and efficacy analysis datasets, tables, listings, figures), the span of which range from individual clinical trials to world-wide regulatory application submissions and post marketing support.
  • Act as a key collaborator with biostatisticians, project leads, data managers, and other stakeholders in ensuring that project plans are executed efficiently with timely and high-quality deliverables.
  • Serve as the statistical programming point of contact and knowledge holder through the entire product lifecycle.
  • Develop SAS and R programs to create and validate analysis datasets (ADaM) and summaries (TFLs) in support of clinical study reports and regulatory submissions (FDA, EMA, etc.).
  • Responsible for assurance of deliverable quality and process compliance.
  • Develop and maintain macro libraries (global and project-specific).
  • Maintain and manage a project plan including resource forecasting.
  • Coordinate activities of a global programming team that includes outsource provider staff.
  • Act as a member on departmental strategic initiative project teams such as new statistical computing platform evaluation and development.

Education and Minimum Requirement:
  • Must have a Bachelor's degree (or US equivalent) in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Life Sciences, Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field plus at least 9 years experience in Statistical Analysis System (SAS) programming in a clinical trial environment OR a Master's degree (or US equivalent) in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Life Sciences, Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field plus at least 7 years experience in Statistical Analysis System (SAS) programming in a clinical trial environment.
  • Experience leading large and/or complex statistical programming projects for Phase 2 and 3 clinical trials, including coordinating the activities of a programming team.
  • US and/or worldwide drug regulatory application submission experience at the leadership level including the development of electronic submission deliverables.
  • Broad knowledge and significant experience in developing analysis and reporting statistical programming deliverables for clinical trials (datasets, statistical analyses, report tables, and graphics) using global and TA standards and according to quality, compliance and timeliness requirements.
  • Expertise in CDISC and ADaM standards.
  • Expertise in SAS and clinical trial programming including data steps, procedures, SAS/MACRO, SAS/GRAPH; systems and database expertise.
  • Must possess strong familiarity with statistical analysis methods and clinical data management concepts.
  • Strong project management skills; demonstrated ability as a program leader.
  • Ability to determine appropriate programming methodology, assure programming consistency across protocols and projects, complete programming tasks, and direct the program development effort of other programmers.
  • Demonstrated success in the assurance of deliverable quality and process compliance.
  • Must be an experienced programming mentor.
  • Possess ability to engage key stakeholders.
  • Must possess ability to comprehend statistical analysis plans which may describe statistical methodology to be programmed; an understanding of statistical terminology and concept designs and develop complex programming algorithms.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills with a demonstrated history of teamwork and collaboration;
  • Ability to deal well with change and seamlessly assimilate to new projects and stakeholders;
  • Strategic thinking ability to turn strategy into tactical activities;
  • Design statistical databases with the end in mind that optimize analysis and reporting and leverage departmental standards and industry best-practices;
  • Ability to anticipate stakeholder and regulatory requirements.

The salary range for this role is
$144,373.00 - $224,100.00
This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.
The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at Compensation and Benefits Webpage.
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Employee Status:
Regular
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
No
Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable
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Job Posting End Date:
08/18/2026
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