Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Key Contributions And Tools Developed
Therapeutic Area Expertise
Timeline
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Ivan Tau

Principal Statistical Programmer
Taipei,TPE

Summary

Over 10 years of experience in statistical programming for clinical trials, specializing in oncology, rheumatology, allergy & immunology, hematology & oncology, and schizophrenia. Expertise in CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM), SAS programming, data analysis, and quality control processes for regulatory submissions. Strong leadership in project management, stakeholder communication, and technical innovation. Developed automation tools to enhance workflow efficiency and resource allocation.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Principal Statistical Programmer

PAREXEL International
08.2022 - Current
  • Provide expertise and leadership in statistical programming, ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality deliverables.
  • Ensure adherence to CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM) for regulatory submissions.
  • Act as a key point of contact for sponsors and internal stakeholders, addressing complex programming challenges.
  • Developed user-friendly applications for efficient data extraction, streamlining the analysis process.

Senior Statistical Programmer

PAREXEL International
01.2020 - 07.2022
  • Led statistical programming projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and regulatory standards.
  • Reviewed and validated dataset specifications and submission documentation.
  • Provided mentorship to junior programmers and optimized programming workflows
  • Ensured compliance with CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM) in all programming activities.

Statistical Programmer II

PAREXEL International
11.2017 - 12.2019
  • Conducted statistical programming for complex studies, ensuring first-time quality.
  • Developed tools for dataset specification consolidation and quality control automation.
  • Assisted in the implementation of CDISC compliance within programming tasks.

Programmer I

PAREXEL International
02.2015 - 10.2017
  • Assisted in programming activities, focusing on dataset preparation and report generation.

Junior Trader

Intralot
11.2013 - 01.2015
  • Analyzed betting market trends and compiled sports odds for risk management.
  • Oversaw high-liability events and live sports betting operations.

Education

Master's - Statistics

National Central University
Taoyuan City
09.2010 - 01.2012

Bachelor's - Mathematics

National Chung Cheng University
Chiayi County
09.2005 - 01.2010

Skills

SAS programming

Problem-solving abilities

Time management abilities

Project management

Statistical analysis

Multitasking

Key Contributions And Tools Developed

  • Excel Macro for Dataset Specification Consolidation – Streamlined dataset specification drafting, reducing workload for Statistical Programmer Leads.
  • SAS Macro for Listing Output Sorting Check – Ensured correct sorting of outputs in SAS reports, enhancing validation efficiency.
  • SAS Macro for Automated Folder Setup – Simplified project file organization for multiple deliveries, improving workflow management.
  • Excel Macro for Resource Estimation – Optimized task assignments based on experience and availability, increasing productivity.
  • Macro Testing & Maintenance – Ensured compatibility and functionality of macros in evolving programming environments.
  • Development of Tools in Wish Pool – Created innovative solutions for process improvement based on internal requests.

Therapeutic Area Expertise

  • Oncology (Renal Cell Carcinoma, Non-small Cell Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer, Colon Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Colorectal Adenocarcinoma, Melanoma, Follicular Lymphoma, Myeloma, Hematologic Malignancies, Glioblastoma, Ovarian Cancer, Triple Negative Breast Cancer, Urothelial Cancer)
  • Rheumatology (Active Psoriatic Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis)
  • Allergy & Immunology (Active Class III or IV Lupus Nephritis)
  • Hematology & Oncology (Myelodysplastic Syndrome, Acute Myeloid Leukemia)
  • Schizophrenia

Timeline

Principal Statistical Programmer

PAREXEL International
08.2022 - Current

Senior Statistical Programmer

PAREXEL International
01.2020 - 07.2022

Statistical Programmer II

PAREXEL International
11.2017 - 12.2019

Programmer I

PAREXEL International
02.2015 - 10.2017

Junior Trader

Intralot
11.2013 - 01.2015

Master's - Statistics

National Central University
09.2010 - 01.2012

Bachelor's - Mathematics

National Chung Cheng University
09.2005 - 01.2010
Ivan TauPrincipal Statistical Programmer