Specialist Programmer I

The Specialist Programmer I is primarily responsible for providing support to deliver technical programming and information components of low to medium scope and complexity projects.  They will act as a contributor on cross-functional teams to deliver continuous improvement. This role works under the general direction and support of an experienced programmer.

Typical Accountabilities

• Apply computer science and information technology for the development and maintenance of medium complexity tools and related processes supporting the Biometrics analysis and innovation process.
• Support the development of programming standards/best practice or techniques to improve the quality, compliance and efficiency of deliverables for overall AZ programming community effectiveness.
• Support the development and implementation of policies, procedures and objectives for own work or team.
• Support evaluations of Biometrics tools and efficiencies in collecting different types of data and production of analysis.
• Support for the design, development and maintenance of single point Biometrics processes and tools supporting analysis and innovation.
• Ensure computer system validation compliance for production tools for audit ready state.
• Leads quality of own deliverables and completeness of applicable quality and process documentation.
• Seeks to acquire knowledge of computer science and/or information technology  and or programming.

Essential

• BSc (or local equivalent) in Mathematics, Statistics, Informatics, Life or Social Sciences or equivalent experience.

• Experienced in developing programming utilities and tools.

• Experience in SAS programming (and/or other programming languages).

• High-level understanding of Analysis and Reporting within Clinical Development.

• High-level understanding of Data Management within Clinical Development.

• Ability to apply problem solving and quality focused.

• Understanding of compliance principles.

• Good communication skills in both written and spoken English.

• Good collaboration skills.

Desirable

• Understanding of other programming languages (e.g. R, Java, Groovy, Spotfire, C/C++, VBA/VBS, .NET, Python, Pearl) would be advantageous.

• Audit experience.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.