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Premier Research

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  • PTO

Premier Research is looking for a Senior R Programmer/ Shiny Developer to join our Biostatistics ... SDTM and ADaM review; Dataset comparison; Metadata review; TLF review and quality control; Clinical ...

Roche

DSX eSub/COE Specialist

Mississauga, ON · On-site

You support the development of tools and processes for electronic regulatory submission programming, including the development, validation, and delivery of SDTM and ADaM datasets, as well as ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for sdtm programmer in Ontario is $54.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41.35 and $69.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the SDTM programmer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an SDTM Programmer, you need a strong background in clinical data management, data standards (especially CDISC SDTM), and programming skills—typically in SAS. Familiarity with SDTM mapping, data validation tools, and relevant regulatory submission platforms or certifications (e.g., SAS Certified Clinical Trials Programmer) is highly valuable. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication enable collaboration with clinical teams and accurate data interpretation. These skills ensure clinical trial data is accurately standardized, regulatory-compliant, and ready for analysis, which is critical to successful drug development processes.

What is an SDTM programmer?

An SDTM Programmer is responsible for converting clinical trial data into standardized Study Data Tabulation Model (SDTM) datasets as per CDISC (Clinical Data Interchange Standards Consortium) guidelines. They ensure that data is structured and formatted correctly for regulatory submissions to agencies like the FDA or EMA. Their work involves writing SAS programs, validating datasets, and collaborating with clinical teams to ensure compliance and accuracy. Strong knowledge of SDTM standards, SAS programming, and clinical trial processes is essential for this role.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an SDTM programmer?

SDTM Programmers are primarily responsible for transforming raw clinical trial data into standardized SDTM domains using programming languages like SAS. On a daily basis, you may be involved in mapping study data to SDTM specifications, validating the datasets, resolving discrepancies with data management teams, and documenting your processes for regulatory review. Collaboration with biostatisticians, clinical data managers, and quality assurance teams is also a significant part of the role. These responsibilities ensure that clinical data is accurate, compliant with industry standards, and prepared for analysis and submission to regulatory agencies.

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Senior R Programmer/ Shiny Developer

Premier Research

On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Premier Research is looking for a Senior R Programmer/ Shiny Developer to join our Biostatistics team.

You will help biotech, medtech, and specialty pharma companies transform life-changing ideas and breakthrough science into new medicines, devices, and diagnostics. What we do is profoundly connected to saving and improving lives, and we recognize our team members are the most valuable asset in delivering success.

  • We are here to help you grow, to give you the skills and opportunities to excel at work with the flexibility and balance your life requires.

  • Your ideas influence the way we work, and your voice matters here.

  • As an essential part of our team, you help us deliver the medical innovation that patients are desperate for.

Join us and build your future here.

What You'll Be Doing:
  • Designs, develops, tests, and maintains interactive R Shiny applications that support clinical trial activities, ensuring they are scalable and performant for large-scale clinical data analysis.
  • Creates user-friendly applications for statistical review, data exploration, quality control, and reporting.
  • Develops reusable Shiny modules and application frameworks to promote consistency and efficiency.
  • Optimizes application performance, scalability, and usability.
  • Develops reusable programming utilities using R, SAS, and Python.
  • Builds applications that support:SDTM and ADaM review; Dataset comparison;Metadata review;TLF review and quality control; Clinical data visualization, Statistical reporting.
  • Develop applications in accordance with GxP, Computer Software Assurance (CSA), and company standards.
  • Develops and executes application testing, including unit, integration, and regression testing.
  • Provides technical consultation on R programming, R Shiny development, and open-source technologies.
  • Develop programs to support project deliverables (i.e. ADaM, TLFs, etc)
  • Supports study teams with programming activities on projects.

What we are searching for:

  • Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Data Science, or a related quantitative field (Master's preferred).
  • 5+ yearsof programming experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology or CRO industry
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience with R, R packages, RStudio, andRShiny, particularly in the context of clinical data analysis.
  • Experience in integratingRShinyapplications with various data sources, particularly cloud-based data storage solutions like AWS S3, Azure Data Lake, or similar platforms.
  • Ability to scale Shiny applications to hundreds of users, with experience in performance optimization at various levels (frontend, backend, infrastructure).
  • Experience in validatingRShinyapplications to meet regulatory standards such as FDA, EMA, andGxPguidelines.
  • Demonstrated experience building tools, macros, or pipelines that improved efficiency or standardization for a programming function.
  • Active participation in the open-source community, particularly in developing and maintaining R packages and Shiny applications.
  • Expertise in optimizing the performance of Shiny applications, including frontend, backend, and infrastructure levels, to ensure they can handle large datasets and multiple users efficiently.
  • Ability to analyze user behavior and interactions with Shiny applications to improve usability and functionality.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate technical strategy for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Premier Research is dedicated to providing compensation that is fair and competitive with market standards. The minimum annualized starting base pay for this role is 161,000 PLN. The actual salary will be influenced based on a variety of factors such as qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role. We also offer comprehensive benefits packages, which may include health insurance, life insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program.

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