Participate in continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) processes
Manage and optimize data workflows to support efficient data processing and analysis
Maintain clear and effective communication with team members and stakeholders
Provide technical solutions to programming problems within CfOR
Lead and develop technical programming and process improvement initiatives within CfOR
Represent the programming function and participate in multidisciplinary project team meetings
Project manage all programming activities, according to agreed resource and timeline plans
Ensure all programming activities on the project adhere to departmental standards
Provide input to and participate in intra-departmental and CfOR meetings
Stay updated with R programming trends and integrate new technologies as needed
Establish coding standards and best practices for R package and R Shiny development
Optimize performance and refactor code to enhance efficiency and reliability
Validation and testing software tools.
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. This crucial role involves generating Real-World Evidence (RWE) to support Amgen products throughout the drug development lifecycle. This individual contributor programming role will collaborate with teams across multiple time zones to fulfill requests, clarify requirements, escalate issues, and deliver high-quality results. The Senior Statistical Programmer will report to a locally based Manager.
The Senior Statistical Programmer will be responsible for hands-on programming and results delivery. Additionally, they will be responsible for enhancing existing R Shiny applications and providing support for the Atlas web-based application from the OHDSI community. The ideal candidate should possess a bachelor’s degree and have at least four years of relevant career experience in full stack development. Proficiency in R and R Shiny is required, along with a strong working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript programming. The successful candidate will demonstrate scientific and technical excellence, exceptional oral and written communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and meticulous attention to detail. The ability to work effectively within a large, globally distributed team is essential.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree with 5-8 Years in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or other relevant scientific subject
Training or experience using the Observational Medical Outcomes Partnership (OMOP) common data model
Experience working with the OHDSI community and supporting Shiny applications
Familiarity with Real-World Evidence and its applications in observational studies
Experience
Developing and maintaining web applications using R Shiny
Supporting and enhancing web-based applications in a collaborative environment
Collaborating with multi-functional teams to deliver technical solutions that meet user requirements
Key Competencies
Required: Proficient in R and R Shiny (Basic)
Required: HTML (Intermediate)
Required: CSS (Intermediate)
Required: JavaScript (Intermediate)
Preferred: Python (Basic)
Git workflows using version control
Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Ability to have efficient exchanges with colleagues across geographical locations
Agile project management
Real-world data (RWD) including insurance claims databases, electronic medical records and patient registries; for example, MarketScan, Optum, PharMetrics, Flatiron, Medicare
OMOP common data model
Scientific / technical excellence
Oral and written communication, documentation skills
Leadership
Innovation
Teamwork
Problem solving
Attention to detail
Learning attitude
What you can expect of us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.
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As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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We have a tool called Atlas which is Java based application
R Shiny programming
Java Programming is a priority for this role
It is an IC role and he or she will be supporting two different teams
We used to build the Shiny dashboard using R programming.
Statistical is not required and it is a developer role
He / she will be maintaining the existing application Atlas
It is a redefining the application
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