CDM Programmer-II ( Python, R, and SAS Programming )

Location: Bangalore, Karnātaka, India

Category: Clinical Research

Employment Type: Full time

Work Schedule

Environmental Conditions

Job Description

Join Us as a CDM Programmer II – Make an Impact at the Forefront of Innovation
We have successfully supported the top 50 pharmaceutical companies and more than 750 biotechs, spanning 2,700 clinical trials across 100+ countries in the last 5 years.

As part of our expert team, you’ll have the opportunity to ensure operational excellence that makes a real difference in clinical trials. As a CDM Programmer II, you will work with clinical data management systems and programming tools to provide advanced programming support in data management activities and deliverables. This includes, but is not limited to, database development, data validations, and assisting with defining tools and techniques for improving process efficiencies. You will work within a multi-disciplinary project team to complete assigned tasks on time and within budget.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented professional with strong experience in Python, R, and SAS programming to support data analysis, statistical modeling, and automation initiatives. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to analyze complex datasets, develop robust analytical solutions, and deliver actionable insights to support business decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and optimize analytical programs using Python, R, and SAS

• Perform data extraction, cleaning, transformation, and validation from multiple data sources

• Conduct statistical analysis, hypothesis testing, and predictive modeling

• Automate data processing and reporting workflows to improve efficiency

• Build reusable scripts, macros, and functions for analytics and reporting

• Create clear documentation for code, processes, and analytical outputs

• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into analytical solutions

• Ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance with internal standards

• Support ad-hoc data analysis and reporting requests

What You’ll Do:

• Performs tasks following within the timelines established by the team, in accordance with the process outlined in the departmental procedures and indicated by the project contract.
• Designs, builds and tests project databases & edit checks.
• Defines and imports data into the system.
• Defines, creates and tests listings for data review and performs programming activities in line with project requirements.
• Acts as the lead on studies of simple to moderity complexity with close supervision. Researches and leverages resources to resolve issues and manage moderately complex tasks through the development and application of new knowledge and/or professional skills in areas including programming and technology.
• Participates in process improvement initiatives to increase efficiencies.
• Increases knowledge and skills to gain good understanding of the lead programmer roles and overall department processes.
• Ensures adherence to departmental working practice documents and SOPs, and contributes to the development informal training materials.


Education and Experience Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 4+ years’).

In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Solid written, verbal and computer skills
• Solid attention to detail and problem solving skills
• Solid organizational skills with the ability to adapt and adjust to changing priorities and to manage multiple assignments with challenging/conflicting deadlines
• Basic experience in one or more programming languages or relational database systems (RDBMS) and structure
• Working knowledge of programming tools SAS, R, Python

Strong knowledge of statistics, including regression, hypothesis testing, and multivariate analysis

• Demonstrated skill in identification and resolution of technical problems in a professional environment
• Capable of attaining, maintaining and applying a working knowledge of GCPs and applicable SOPs
• Demonstrated leadership ability and ability to work on a multi-disciplinary project team
• Demonstrated initiative and motivation
• Excellent project management skills, such as project budget creation, including modifying for project updates, and managing project budgets and risks
• Capable of interpreting and contributing to company policies
• Delivery and quality driven

Working Conditions and Environment:
• Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.
• Occasional drives to site locations with occasional travel both domestic and international.


Why Join Us?

When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you become part of a global team that values passion, innovation, and a commitment to scientific excellence. You’ll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experience—and where your contributions truly make a difference.

Apply today to help us deliver tomorrow’s breakthroughs.