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RWE Database Analyst Programmer

Fortrea

Maidenhead, England, UK
Full-time
Pharma & Biotech
Posted 10 Jul 2026

Job Description

We are currently seeking a RWE Database Analyst Programmer to join a sponsor-dedicated team supporting a global pharmaceutical partner. This is a fully home-based opportunity located in either Poland or the United Kingdom .

As a RWE Database Analyst Programmer, you will serve as a subject matter expert in Real World Data analytics and support the analysis of large healthcare databases to generate high-quality RWE for current and future compounds.

Working closely with RWE Scientists, Epidemiologists, Statisticians, and cross-functional stakeholders, you will contribute to study design, analytical strategy, database evaluation, programming, and interpretation of study results. This is a highly visible global role that combines advanced programming expertise with strong epidemiological and analytical knowledge.

Summary Of Responsibilities

  • Supports Statistical programming activities in Real World Evidence.
  • Provides input on study design and analysis plans where necessary.
  • Develops, validates, maintains, and documents analysis programs and other study documents.
  • Provides input on interpretation of results and reviews publications
  • Evaluates the quality of the database.
  • Provides technical database expertise to stakeholders
  • Ensures that statistical outputs are produced in an efficient manner.
  • Reviews the study concept, protocol design, analysis plans and other study-related documents.

Qualifications (Minimum Required)

  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably in mathematics, statistics, computing, life science, health science, or related subjects.
  • Experience and/or education plus relevant work experience, equating to a Bachelor's degree.
  • Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.

Experience

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in Real World Evidence, Epidemiology, Health Outcomes Research, or related environments.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience working with large healthcare databases such as Komodo, Marketscan, CPRD or MMIT)
  • 1+ years of experience in SAS programming within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO, healthcare analytics, or related industry.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience with R and/or Python programming.

Skills &​ Competencies

  • Strong understanding of Real World Evidence, epidemiology, and observational research methodologies.
  • Knowledge of statistical and epidemiological analysis methods; experience with propensity score matching is a plus.
  • Experience with Azure Databricks, PySpark, sparklyr, or other cloud-based analytics platforms is advantageous.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders in a global environment.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Learn more about our EEO &​ Accommodations request here.

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