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Senior Director Statistical Programming Jobs in Chicago, IL

Remote micro1 is engaging Biostatisticians to contribute their clinical statistics expertise to a dynamic customer project focused on AI-assisted clinical research. In this role, you'll apply your ...

Remote micro1 is engaging Biostatisticians to contribute their clinical statistics expertise to a dynamic customer project focused on AI-assisted clinical research. In this role, you'll apply your ...

Remote micro1 is engaging Biostatisticians to contribute their clinical statistics expertise to a dynamic customer project focused on AI-assisted clinical research. In this role, you'll apply your ...

Remote micro1 is engaging Biostatisticians to contribute their clinical statistics expertise to a dynamic customer project focused on AI-assisted clinical research. In this role, you'll apply your ...

Remote micro1 is engaging Biostatisticians to contribute their clinical statistics expertise to a dynamic customer project focused on AI-assisted clinical research. In this role, you'll apply your ...

The primary responsibilities for this role include the analysis and reporting of clinical trial data under the direction and oversight of a Senior Statistical Analyst. The Statistical Programmer ...

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Senior Biostatistician

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90 - $100/hr

Experience implementing reproducible research practices and statistical programming standards ... No Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? No. Physical Demands None. Working ...

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How much do senior director statistical programming jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior director statistical programming in Chicago, IL is $101,993.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,600.00 and $110,200.00 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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Senior Manager, Statistical Programming - Oncology Early Development

AbbVie

North Chicago, IL • On-site

$124K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago


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Job description

Company Description
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
The Senior Manager, Statistical Programming performs statistical programming and analysis oversight for
OED (Oncology Early Development) clinical projects conducted by CROs. This individual is responsible for
overseeing several compounds/indications on all statistical programming related tasks delivered by CROs.
The goal is to ensure data integrity and high quality of all the analysis for oncology first in human clinical
trials up through clinical proof of concept. This individual also performs hands on programming to validate
analysis datasets and TLFs delivered by CRO and support in-house studies for full set of analysis tasks. This
individual may need to manage other regular or contract statistical programmers.
Responsibilities:
• Leads the statistical programming activities for one or more compounds/indications or a therapeutic
area.
• Manages a team of statistical programmers and the resource planning for their assigned projects.
• Ensures timely deliverables, that all quality processes are followed and consistency within the
projects.
• Develops and oversees the development of SAS programs for the creation of ADaM data sets
following CDISC standards.
• Develops and oversees the development of SAS programs for the creation of Tables, Listings and
Figures.
• Ensures consistency of ADaM data sets for individual studies and integrated data.
• Creates documentation for regulatory filings including reviewers guides and data definition
documents.
• Leads the development of standard SAS Macros and the development of standard operating
procedures.
• Manages, mentors and creates career development plans for assigned staff.
• Participates in the recruitment and selection of new staff.
Qualifications
• MS in Statistics, Computer Science or a related field with 9+ years of relevant experience. OR BS in
Statistics, Computer Science or a related field with 11+ years of relevant experience.
• Minimum of 2 years experience leading a team of statistical programmers.
• In-depth understanding of SAS programming concepts and techniques related to drug development.
• In-depth understanding of CDISC Standards.
• In-depth understanding of the drug development process, including experience with regulatory
filings.
• Ability to communicate clearly both oral and written.
• Ability to effectively represent the Statistical Programming Organization in cross functional teams.
• Ability to accurately estimate effort required for project related programming activities.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
  • The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of thisposting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location,and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
  • This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission,incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless anduntil paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
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About AbbVie

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AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women's health, and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Industry

Scientific research and development services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

North Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

2013