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SimulStat Heads to PharmaSUG 2026 in Boston
SimulStat is proud to be a Gold Sponsor of this year’s PharmaSUG 2026, held May 31 – June 3, 2026 in Boston, MA. PharmaSUG is a leading conference for life sciences professionals focused on SAS programming, analytics, and data innovation within the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. The event offers in-depth training sessions, technical papers, and…
Read MoreSimulStat to Attend PHUSE US Connect 2026 in Austin
SimulStat is excited to attend PHUSE US Connect 2026, taking place March 22–26, 2026 in Austin, Texas. PHUSE US Connect is one of the premier events for professionals working in statistical programming, clinical data science, and regulatory reporting. The conference offers a robust program of workshops, breakout sessions, and collaborative discussions focused on advancing best…
Read MoreSimulStat Attends the Biostatistics Symposium of Southern California (BSSC)
SimulStat is pleased to attend the Biostatistics Symposium of Southern California (BSSC), taking place January 22–23, 2026 in Newport Beach, California. BSSC brings together biostatisticians, data scientists, and life sciences professionals to explore current and emerging topics in biostatistics, biomedical research, and data-driven innovation. The two-day symposium features expert speakers, technical presentations, and valuable opportunities…
Read MoreSimulStat is Attending PharmaSUG 2025 – See You There!
Join us in San Diego, CA from June 1-4, 2025 The SimulStat team is excited to be a part of the 2025 PharmaSUG Conference – one of the premier events for statistical programmers, data managers, and statisticians in the life sciences industry. It’s a hub for sharing ideas, innovations, and best practices that drive the…
Read MoreJoin SimulStat at PHUSE US Connect 2025 – Your Opportunity to Connect and Grow!
SimulStat is excited to announce that we will be attending PHUSE US Connect 2025, taking place from March 9-12, 2025, in Orlando, Florida! As a leading provider of biostatistics, statistical programming, and data management solutions for the pharmaceutical and biotech industries, we look forward to engaging with industry professionals, sharing insights, and expanding our network.…
Read MoreTop Skills Every Statistical Programmer Should Master – and How You Can Build Them
A successful statistical programmer obviously must have a solid understanding of statistics as well as a strong foundation in a statistical programming language, especially SAS. But according to Stanley Yuen, Manager of Statistical Programming at SimulStat, there are other equally critical skills needed to succeed in this field. One is the knowledge of CDISC compliance…
Read MoreA Day in the Life of a Statistical Programmer
What’s it really like to be a professional statistical programmer? We asked SimulStat’s Manager of Statistical Programming, Stanley Yuen, to describe his typical workday which he explained is an important mix of meetings and hands on programming. “Statistical programming is a collaborative effort among different departments, so the meetings are intended mainly to communicate among…
Read MoreHow Senior Epidemiology Programmers Help Create Effective Analytical Plans
Getting Your Hands Dirty With the Data to Cross the Finish Line and Grab the Flag “For me, an analytic plan is an overview of what is needed. You don’t know what it will be like until you get your hands dirty in the data.” An analytical plan is a type of research methodology that…
Read MoreThe Essential Soft Skill as a Senior Programmer in Epidemiology
Make yourself Standout “Senior epidemiology programmers have the basic set of skills to carry out statistical analysis from the data perspective, but it really helps if you have a good set of soft skills,” says Nghi Ly, Senior Programmer, SimulStat. To be effective as a programmer, you need to possess a range of technical skills.…
Read MoreWhat Is a Senior Programmer’s Job in the World of Epidemiology?
A Day in the Life of a Senior Programmer “My job is like a puzzler. I’m given a puzzle and I put it together. When I finish a puzzle, it’s like finishing a journey. You start off confused. You don’t know where you’re going. You have no idea how it’s going to end up. The…
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