This specialized Programmer/Analyst role combines technical proficiency with leadership and project management skills to provide timely, high-quality and compliant deliverables to support Oncology Disease Data Strategy (DDS) Objectives under supervision. Programmer/Analysts are expected to be subject matter experts and be able to mentor and train junior team members and new hires. They possess good communication and time management skills, are problem solvers, be able to engage in study lead responsibilities, and are willing to mentor junior programmers and new hires. This role also requires proactive cross-functional engagement with stakeholders, end-to-end disease area expertise, and a strong commitment to quality and innovation in statistical programming. Programmer/Analysts will be expected to participate in capabilities and non-project initiatives, present at internal forums, and learn new programming languages. They will also interact with non-programming team members and participate in core study team meetings under supervision.In this role you willPerform the transformation and harmonization of existing or acquired data (e.g., external and GSK Historical Trial Data (HTD), Real World Data (RWD), Biomarker) to drive the investigations required to meet the priority disease area objectivesDevelop and maintain a deep understanding of the Oncology disease area, data sources and advocate for quality deliverables and compliance with standardsAuthor or advise on parts of the disease strategy analytics plan and relevant associated documentsProactively seek implementation of new tools in for exploratory analysis of acquired and internal dataDevelop strong relationships with statisticians and team members.Keep an awareness of departmental strategies and initiativesProvide input to strategic planning, where requested and under supervision, which may be shared with stakeholdersAnticipate problems related to assigned work or areas of expertise and able to implement solutions, proactively seeking input from colleagues as neededProvide innovative solutions to solve more complex problems relating to own workUnderstand GxP, ICH requirements, internal processes and external regulations that govern drug development (where applicable)Demonstrate effectiveness in oral and written communications, ability to express ideas, and incorporate feedback to produce quality deliverables