Principal Statistical Programmer

Sanofi
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Location
Barcelona
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
November 14, 2026

Job Description

  • Location: Barcelona

Our Team

Sanofi Business Operations is an internal Sanofi resource organization based in India and is setup to centralize processes and activities to support Specialty Care, Vaccines, General Medicines, CHC, CMO, and R&D, Data & Digital functions. Sanofi Business Operations strives to be a strategic and functional partner for tactical deliveries to Medical, HEVA, and Commercial organizations in Sanofi, globally.

About the job

The Principal Statistical Programmer will work with Medical Affairs biostatisticians and/or programmers and Sanofi Business Operations biostatistics and programming personnel to implement statistical analysis plans and provide QC’d data packages including tables, figures, and listings for use in publications (i.e. abstracts, posters, oral, presentations, manuscripts and ad-hoc data analysis requests) .

The Principal Statistical Programmer will develop, implement, and document non-routine macros and advanced techniques, as well as ensure SOPs are followed and timelines and quality are met. Collaborating with Local biostatistics and programming teams, Global Medical Affairs biostatisticians and Global Medical Affairs Scientific Communications personnel.

  • People: 1) Develop and maintain effective relationships and collaborations with the end stakeholders (Medical community) and local biostatistics and/or programming team members within the allocated Global business unit and product – with an objective to develop statistical data outputs. 2) Coach/mentor new team members to support efficient and quick onboarding. 3) Support graduate hiring program as needed
  • Performance / Process:  1) Conduct appropriate post-hoc statistical analyses of clinical trial data and/or registry. 2) Design, develop, test, implement, and document statistical programming in high-level software packages e.g. SAS. 3) Produce well documented data packages that include tables, listings, and figures. 4) Remain current on advanced programming methods. 5) Work closely with the Global Medical Affairs biostatisticians and/or programmers to develop and implement project QC plans and timelines.
  • Customer: 1) Work closely with Global Medical Affairs biostatisticians and/or programmers to identify statistical analysis needs and assist in developing assigned deliverables.

About you

  • Experience: Master's degree minimum 6 years/B.Sc. minimum 8 years of relevant experience required
  • Soft skills: Stakeholder management, Ability to manage timelines and Ability to work independently and within a team environment, Autonomy in the management of activities; ability to manage multiple conflicting high priority deadlines
  • Technical skills: Advance SAS programming skills, SDTM & ADaM (CDISC) and clinical data environment across multiple therapeutic areas
  • Education: Bachelor or Master of Science degree or equivalent in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Life Science, or related field.
  • Languages: Excellent English language knowledge – written and spoken

Pursue progress, discover extraordinary

Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.

Watch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com!

#LI-Hybrid #BarcelonaHub #SanofiHubs

Pursue progress, discover extraordinary

Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.

  • Location: Barcelona

Our Team

Sanofi Business Operations is an internal Sanofi resource organization based in India and is setup to centralize processes and activities to support Specialty Care, Vaccines, General Medicines, CHC, CMO, and R&D, Data & Digital functions. Sanofi Business Operations strives to be a strategic and functional partner for tactical deliveries to Medical, HEVA, and Commercial organizations in Sanofi, globally.

About the job

The Principal Statistical Programmer will work with Medical Affairs biostatisticians and/or programmers and Sanofi Business Operations biostatistics and programming personnel to implement statistical analysis plans and provide QC’d data packages including tables, figures, and listings for use in publications (i.e. abstracts, posters, oral, presentations, manuscripts and ad-hoc data analysis requests) .

The Principal Statistical Programmer will develop, implement, and document non-routine macros and advanced techniques, as well as ensure SOPs are followed and timelines and quality are met. Collaborating with Local biostatistics and programming teams, Global Medical Affairs biostatisticians and Global Medical Affairs Scientific Communications personnel.

  • People: 1) Develop and maintain effective relationships and collaborations with the end stakeholders (Medical community) and local biostatistics and/or programming team members within the allocated Global business unit and product – with an objective to develop statistical data outputs. 2) Coach/mentor new team members to support efficient and quick onboarding. 3) Support graduate hiring program as needed
  • Performance / Process:  1) Conduct appropriate post-hoc statistical analyses of clinical trial data and/or registry. 2) Design, develop, test, implement, and document statistical programming in high-level software packages e.g. SAS. 3) Produce well documented data packages that include tables, listings, and figures. 4) Remain current on advanced programming methods. 5) Work closely with the Global Medical Affairs biostatisticians and/or programmers to develop and implement project QC plans and timelines.
  • Customer: 1) Work closely with Global Medical Affairs biostatisticians and/or programmers to identify statistical analysis needs and assist in developing assigned deliverables.

About you

  • Experience: Master's degree minimum 6 years/B.Sc. minimum 8 years of relevant experience required
  • Soft skills: Stakeholder management, Ability to manage timelines and Ability to work independently and within a team environment, Autonomy in the management of activities; ability to manage multiple conflicting high priority deadlines
  • Technical skills: Advance SAS programming skills, SDTM & ADaM (CDISC) and clinical data environment across multiple therapeutic areas
  • Education: Bachelor or Master of Science degree or equivalent in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Life Science, or related field.
  • Languages: Excellent English language knowledge – written and spoken

Pursue progress, discover extraordinary

Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.

Watch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com!

#LI-Hybrid #BarcelonaHub #SanofiHubs

Pursue progress, discover extraordinary

Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.

Watch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com!

The salary range for this position is :€60.000,00 - €80.000Final compensation will be determined based on demonstrated experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is this job located, and is it remote, hybrid, or on-site?
The role is based in Barcelona as part of Sanofi's Barcelona Hub. The posting is tagged #LI-Hybrid, indicating a hybrid work arrangement.
What qualifications and experience do I need?
You need a Master's degree with at least 6 years, or a B.Sc. with at least 8 years, of relevant experience. Your degree should be in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Life Science, or a related field. You also need advanced SAS programming skills, SDTM & ADaM (CDISC) knowledge, clinical data experience across multiple therapeutic areas, and excellent written and spoken English.
What are the main responsibilities of this role?
You will implement statistical analysis plans and deliver QC'd tables, figures, and listings for publications and ad-hoc requests. You will also conduct post-hoc analyses of clinical trial and registry data and develop non-routine SAS macros. Other duties include ensuring SOPs, timelines, and quality are met, mentoring new team members, and supporting graduate hiring.
What is the salary range?
The salary range is €60,000 to €80,000. Final compensation depends on demonstrated experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.
Are there any benefits?
The posting states that employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. No specific benefits are listed.
Who will I work with on this team?
You will work with Medical Affairs biostatisticians and programmers, Sanofi Business Operations biostatistics and programming personnel, local biostatistics and programming teams, and Global Medical Affairs Scientific Communications personnel. Sanofi Business Operations is an internal resource organization based in India.

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