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CSL

Director, Statistical Programming

King Of Prussia, PA · On-site

$239K - $308K/yr

The individual will work closely with the Senior Director, Clinical and Statistical Programming to advance the internal programming environment and statistical programming processes. Works closely ...

AstraZeneca

Director, Statistical Programming

Waltham, MA · On-site

$168K - $253K/yr

We are now offering an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated individual to join us in the role as Statistical Programming Director, providing strategic programming leadership and ...

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As of Jul 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior director statistical programming in the United States is $99,008.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,000.00 and $107,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Director Statistical Programming vs Statistical Programming Manager?

AspectSenior Director Statistical ProgrammingStatistical Programming Manager
CredentialsAdvanced degree (MS/PhD), extensive experience in statistical programmingBachelor's or Master's degree, several years of experience
Work EnvironmentStrategic leadership, cross-functional collaboration, high-level decision makingTeam management, project oversight, technical execution
Employer & Industry UsagePharmaceuticals, biotech, clinical research organizationsPharmaceuticals, biotech, clinical research organizations
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding senior leadership roles in statistical programmingManaging statistical programming teams and projects

The Senior Director Statistical Programming typically holds a strategic leadership role with extensive experience and oversees multiple teams or departments. In contrast, the Statistical Programming Manager focuses on managing day-to-day project execution and team management. Both roles are vital in clinical research, but the senior director operates at a higher strategic level.

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Infographic showing various Senior Director Statistical Programming job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,008 per year, or $47.6 per hour.

Associate Director, Statistical Programming

MapLight Therapeutics

Burlington, MA • Hybrid

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Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

What You'll Do: Reporting to the Senior Director, Statistical Programming, the Associate Director will provide statistical and clinical data programming expertise to manage statistical programming activities that support drug development programs and regulatory submissions. This role involves overseeing the creation, validation, and delivery of programming deliverables, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and fostering cross-functional collaboration with biostatistics, data management, clinical, and regulatory teams.

Responsibilities: 

  • Oversee the development and validation of SAS programs to generate datasets (SDTM, ADaM), tables, listings, and figures (TLFs) in compliance with CDISC standards.
  • Ensure the timely and high-quality delivery of programming outputs for regulatory submissions, clinical study reports, and exploratory analyses.
  • Ensure all programming activities align with industry standards (CDISC, ICH, FDA, EMA) and internal SOPs.
  • Programming lead for clinical programs as needed. Hand-on programming work in SAS and other programming languages/tools.
  • Establishes and maintains CRO/vendor partnerships.
  • Act as a liaison between statistical programming and other functions, ensuring clear communication and alignment of goals.
  • Partner with biostatistics, data management, and clinical operations to resolve programming issues and optimize processes.
  • Identify and implement new tools, techniques, and processes to improve efficiency and quality in statistical programming.

Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in statistics, computer science or a related field
  • At least 8 years of statistical programming experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry
  • Proven ability to manage CRO relationships and oversee programmed deliverables.
  • Extensive experience in leading statistical programming function for both early and late phase clinical trials, and regulatory submissions (NDA/BLA, MAA)
  • Excellent skills in SAS programming and statistical reporting, knowledge of R and R Shiny desirable
  • In-depth knowledge of CDISC standards for SDTM and ADaM and FDA electronic data submission requirements
  • Familiarity with FDA and ICH regulations and guidelines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and interact effectively in a fast-paced team environment

Location: This is a hybrid role with three days per week in-office in Burlington, Massachusetts.

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