Programmer II
Core
Develop, maintain, and enhance reusable R programs and packages to improve operational efficiency and statistical programming across clinical research networks.
Role type
Senior IC R programmer (statistical programming)
Builds
Reusable R programs, R packages, BASH utilities, analysis datasets, tables, listings, figures, and professional graphics for clinical trial reports
Domain
Clinical research / Biostatistics / HIV/AIDS research
Required skills
R programming, R package development, data manipulation, Linux utilities, SAS macro translation, CDISC standards, metadata management (CRAN, pharmaverse, MedDRA, WHODrug), data cleaning, statistical reporting
Preferred skills
Tidyverse, BASH scripting, clinical trials experience, AI technologies integration, mentoring, SOP development
Technologies
R, BASH, Linux, SAS, CRAN, pharmaverse, CDISC, MedDRA, WHODrug (via careerplan.io/jobs/3743990015874486-programmer-ii-at-harvard-university)
Responsibilities
Develop and refine large-scale programs for data manipulation; Translate SAS macros to validated R functions; Test and document programs to meet CDISC requirements; Serve as a programming resource and troubleshoot complex issues; Educate staff on advanced R techniques; Mentor programming personnel; Collaborate on standard operating procedures and research committees
Seniority
Mid-level IC with mentorship responsibilities