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ClinChoice is hiring a 1113# Principal Programmer– CDISC Compliance & FDA Submission Conformance Consultant (Remote)

About the Role

ClinChoice is seeking a Principal Programmer– CDISC Compliance & FDA Submission Conformance Consultant to ensure clinical data deliverables are audit-ready and fully compliant with FDA regulations and CDISC standards. You will play a key role in accelerating the development of innovative drugs by providing standardized guidance to biotech companies on submission expectations.

What You'll Do

  • Review and validate clinical data submission packages to ensure compliance with the FDA Technical Conformance Guide, CDISC standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Perform comprehensive conformance checks of SDTM and ADaM datasets for accuracy and adherence to industry standards.
  • Collaborate with statistical programming, biostatistics, data management, and regulatory teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve compliance issues.
  • Provide standardized guidance to biotech companies on FDA submission requirements, best practices, and expectations.
  • Ensure submission deliverables are audit-ready and aligned with regulatory timelines.
  • Act as a subject matter expert in FDA TCG, CDISC implementation, and submission conformance activities.
  • Mentor and guide team members on CDISC compliance, conformance checking tools, and regulatory submission processes.

What We're Looking For

  • Advanced degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Life Sciences, or a related field (Master’s or PhD preferred).
  • 8+ years of experience in statistical programming, data standards, or regulatory compliance within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.
  • Strong expertise in CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM) and FDA submission requirements, including the FDA Technical Conformance Guide.
  • Proven hands-on experience performing compliance and conformance checks for submission data packages.
  • Proficiency in SAS programming and familiarity with conformance checking tools like Pinnacle 21 and Define.xml validation.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to provide clear guidance to cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Nice to Have

  • Prior experience as a Principal Programmer, Principal Data Standards Specialist, or equivalent.
  • Experience with global regulatory submissions (FDA, EMA, PMDA).
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead compliance/conformance review activities.
  • Familiarity with eCTD structure and submission publishing workflows.

Technical Stack

  • SAS
  • Pinnacle 21
  • Define.xml

Team & Environment

This is a client-facing role, collaborating with statistical programming, biostatistics, data management, and regulatory teams.

Work Mode

This is a fully remote position for candidates based in the United States.

ClinChoice is an equal opportunity employer.

Required Skills
SASPinnacle 21Define.xmlCDISCFDA SubmissionsSDTMADaMClinical Data ProgrammingRegulatory ComplianceStatistical ProgrammingData ValidationClinical Trials
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Posted 7 months ago