Data Sciences Programmer

Tampa, FL

At Bristol Myers Squibb, we are inspired by a single vision – transforming patients’ lives through science. In oncology, hematology, immunology and cardiovascular disease – and one of the most diverse and promising pipelines in the industry – each of our passionate colleagues contribute to innovations that drive meaningful change. We bring a human touch to every treatment we pioneer. Join us and make a difference.

Position Summary / Objective

Data Sciences Programmer uses the SAS programming language and other software to integrate data from diverse sources for pharmacometric analyses in support of regulatory filings and internal decisions. The individual will prepare analysis data sets for use by pharmacometric modeling experts, and produce tables, listings, and figures, and assist in the preparation of pharmacometric reports with the support of other subject matter experts.

Position Responsibilities

• Apply expert knowledge of SAS to integrate clinical data and pharmacokinetic data for pharmacometric analysis, implement sophisticated algorithms to derive complex data sets, and address data issues

• Demonstrate very strong attention to quality and detail and the ability to detect data anomalies

• Employ Spotfire visualization software, and act as expert resource in order to optimize the effective utilization and benefits of Spotfire

• Attain and apply solid knowledge of pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and other scientific areas to partner with experts in order to integrate data sources efficiently and effectively

• Prepare tables, listings, and figures, electronic submission packages, and assist in the preparation of pharmacometric reports, for filing with health authorities and responses to queries from health authorities

• Develop and maintain competence in UNIX, Spotfire, R, and various Linux/UNIX tools including bash

• Interact with internal and external partners utilizing excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Degree Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, computer science, mathematics, or statistics; Masters or higher degree a plus

• Excellent SAS programming language skills, especially the SAS DATA step and those PROCs necessary to manipulate data

Experience  Requirements

• At least one year experience in preparing SAS data sets for analysis

Key Competency Requirements

• SAS certification in advanced programming or clinical trials preferred

• At least two years’ experience preparing data sets for pharmacometric analysis in NONMEM, NLME, or WinNonlin preferred

• Competence in UNIX or Linux, and skill with bash scripting and UNIX filters.

• Experience with Spotfire

• Experience with R

• Experience in programming using SDTM data sets.

Around the world, we are passionate about making an impact on the lives of patients with serious diseases. Empowered to apply our individual talents and diverse perspectives in an inclusive culture, our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues.

Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives.