Relocation support is typically not available for this role; Please only apply if our Barcelona office location is accessible for you. We operate a hybrid working arrangement with an expectation of 12 days a month in office.Imagine transforming complex clinical trial data into actionable insights that accelerate medical innovation and improve patient outcomes worldwide. As an Associate Clinical Programmer at Novartis, you will be significant contributor in advancing Risk-Based Quality Management (RbQM) and our Central Monitoring platform.

You will participate in data-driven clinical operations through advanced analytics, intelligent reporting, and scalable technology solutions. Working alongside cross-functional experts, you will help shape the future of clinical data operations by delivering meaningful insights, driving operational excellence, and enabling smarter decisions across global clinical studies.Job DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesContribute to Central Monitoring Platform outputs development using Statistical Analysis System programming and clinical data standards.Develop analytics dashboards, reports ( KRIs, QTLs and DQA like statistical tests), data pipelines, and monitoring outputs for clinical operations.Translate business needs into practical, scalable technical solutions that improve user experience.Partner with study teams, statisticians, and Central Monitoring colleagues to clarify output requirements.Participate in quality checks and validation routines to ensure complete, accurate reports monitoring data.Support existing dashboards, reports, and pipelines through scheduled refreshes and performance monitoring.Essential RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Statistics, or a related field.Ideally 2-3 years of experience in clinical programming, clinical data analytics, or Risk-Based Quality Management.



Knowledge and capabilities in SAS/R programming.Statistical Analysis System programming exposure, including tasks such as data extraction, transformation, derivation, and reporting.Working knowledge of SAS, AI/ML, R/Python/SQL; Familiarity with BI tools (Power BI, Spotfire, Tableau) for standard visualizations.Strong understanding of clinical trial data structures and clinical operations processes.Experience developing Key Risk Indicators, Quality Tolerance Limits, analytics outputs, or monitoring reports.Working knowledge of Risk-Based Quality Management principles and cross-functional collaboration within clinical development environments.Desirable RequirementsExperience working in a clinical operations environment with Risk-Based Quality Management and knowledge of CluePoints platformUnderstanding of Clinical Data Interchange Standards Consortium standards, including Study Data Tabulation Model (SDTM and Analysis Data Model (ADaM).Benefits & RewardsAt Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and integral recognition programs.

In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering: Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable.

Skills DesiredCentral Monitoring, Clinical Data, Clinical Data Analysis, Clinical Trials, Computer Programming, Data Analysis, Monitoring Tools, Programming LanguagesSummaryLocation: Full time

📌 Associate Clinical Programmer - Clinical Study Data, Risk Based Quality Management & Monitoring (Cataluña)
🏢 Novartis
📍 Cataluña