Be the new Statistical Programmer
We are looking for an experienced Statistical Programmer, who has a strong interest in working with clinical data and experience with statistical programming using SAS. If this sounds like you, and you are ready to take on a broad area of responsibilities with the ability to work independently, you are a match for us.
As a Statistical Programmer, you will be responsible for statistical programming aspects of the assigned clinical trials and contribute to regulatory submissions and regulatory requests. As a cross-functional trial team member, you will actively be involved in ensuring the structure and documentation of databases, data quality and be part of evaluating clinical data. You will be part of the Biometrics Department, currently consisting of 6 data managers, 7 statistical programmers and 11 statisticians. The department contributes to the overall clinical development strategy of Zealand’s compounds and provides expertise in design and methodology, data capturing, data structure, conduct, analysis, and reporting of clinical trials. Together we are responsible for ensuring scientific integrity, quality of clinical trial data, data standards and oversight of outsourced Biometrics activities. The general business model at Zealand is that nearly all aspects of trial conduct are outsourced, however statistical programming and biostatistics deliverables have been handled internally for some trials.
Responsibilities
- Define, lead, and provide oversight of statistical programming activities of assigned clinical trials
- Participate in Request for Proposal and CRO selection
- Review of statistical programming deliverables from external partners and CROs
- Ensure CDISC (SDTM and ADaM) data standards requirements across all clinical trials
- Experience in programming tables, figures and listings
- Experience in programming SDTM and ADAM datasets.
- Support the development and maintenance of data standards
- Statistical programming on individual trials and on program level e.g., for regulatory submissions and/or regulatory requests
Candidate profile
- Master’s degree or equivalent experience within data science, natural or technical sciences or similar
- At least 5 years of experience with statistical programming within clinical development
- Experience with CDISC data standards
- Skilled programmer within SAS software package. R is a plus
- Experience with outsourcing of clinical trial activities including review and oversight of statistical programming deliverables
- Takes initiative and collaborate effectively, but also with the ability to work independently as subject matter expert
Bonding to innovate
Our employees are fundamental to our success, and we continue to be able to attract and retain people with vast experience and talent. We have a unique culture, characterized by excellent teamwork and strong engagement across the organization.
Making bonds is at the core of everything we do. From discovering and developing the best new peptide drugs for patients, to engaging with our partners or connecting with each other.
We bond as a result of our entrepreneurial culture where our people are encouraged to pursue their ideas and turn them into reality. We are curious about each other’s knowledge and expertise.
We bond through curiosity and playfulness as a team, allowing ourselves to challenge common thinking and drive future innovation. Zealand Pharma is a place where everyone is heard and contributes to the success, we all want to experience.
The Zealand Pharma DNA builds on four values: (1) We are bold, (2) We empower people, (3) We work as one team, and (4) We can be trusted.
Let’s bond and be bold
We offer a combined compensation package which includes a base salary, pension, bonus, and a possibility to join our employee share program. We care about our employees’ well-being and offer health insurance, use of massage, fitness, and a range of social clubs and activities
To find out more about working at Zealand, visit https://www.zealandpharma.com/careers/zealand-as-a-workplace/
Interested? Please apply no later than September 21, 2025 or as soon as possible. The applications will be reviewed as they come in.
For further information, please contact Toni Auene Tuxen, [email protected]
About Zealand Pharma A/S
Zealand Pharma A/S (Nasdaq: ZEAL) is a biotechnology company focused on the discovery and development of peptide-based medicines. More than 10 drug candidates invented by Zealand Pharma have advanced into clinical development, of which two have reached the market and three candidates are in late-stage development. The company has development partnerships with a number of pharma companies as well as commercial partnerships for its marketed products.
Zealand Pharma was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, with a presence in the U.S. For more information about Zealand Pharma’s business and activities, please visit www.zealandpharma.com.
