Roads Less Traveled – New Paths to Rewarding Careers in Clinical Statistical Programming: Expanding Our Global Journey

At Intego Group, we believe in the power of diversity and the unique experiences that each team member brings to the table. As we continue our journey together toward common goals, it’s important to remember that the paths that led us here are as varied and fascinating as the individuals themselves.

In this next chapter of our “Roads Less Traveled” series, we are excited to introduce six new inspiring stories from members of our global team. This time, we’ll hear from colleagues across three different countries: Costa Rica, the USA, and Ukraine. From individuals who joined us through internships and university training programs to those with rich industry experience from other companies, these stories highlight the diverse professional backgrounds and unique journeys that have shaped their careers in Clinical Statistical Programming.

Our team’s multiculturality and global footprint are integral to our success. We are united by our shared passion for advancing clinical research and data solutions that impact lives worldwide.

We hope you enjoy these new stories, which showcase the breadth of talent and experiences that make Intego Group a dynamic and innovative place to work. Stay tuned for this new 6-part series, and perhaps you’ll find the inspiration to explore your own path in this exciting field!

Part 4 – Diego

Meet Diego, a statistical programmer at Intego Clinic’s new office in San Jose, Costa Rica. He shares his journey from studying actuarial science to working in clinical research transforms raw clinical trial data into standardized formats for FDA submissions. Diego also highlights Intego’s exceptional culture, where employees are truly valued and supported—making it a great place to grow your career in Costa Rica!

Part 5 – Javier

Introducing Javier, a statistical programmer at Intego Clinical from San José, Costa Rica, who transitioned from being a math teacher to working in clinical research. After experiencing burnout during the COVID-19 pandemic, he found a new path in programming. Javier reflects on the emotional challenges of clinical studies and the importance of helping others. He also shares how his teaching background adds value to training and mentoring at Intego, where diverse perspectives thrive.

Part 6 – María José

Get to know María Jose, a statistical programmer at Intego Clinical, who discovered the perfect career opportunity through a math teachers’ WhatsApp group. With a background in programming and statistics, she pursued the role and joined the team. María Jose draws on her basketball experience, highlighting the importance of teamwork—a value she sees at Intego, where colleagues

from across the globe, including Ukraine, collaborate and support each other to achieve success, no matter the distance.

Part 7 – Joshua

Joshua Imbert, a statistical programmer at Intego Clinical, shares his journey from growing up in Florida after fleeing a civil war in Trinidad, to joining the military and working as a vet tech. In his current role, Joshua processes data for pharmaceutical companies to help make decisions that impact clinical trials and ultimately improve people’s lives. For him, knowing his work contributes to bettering others’ quality of life gives him purpose and motivation.

Part 8 – Illia

Initially aiming to be a web designer, Illia switched to programming and became active in university life, with many friends already working at Intego. After attending a lecture about Intego, Illia joined the company and has since risen to the role of senior statistical programmer. A highlight of his career was attending the PHUSE conference, where he gave his first performance on stage in two years, connecting with professionals in his field and expanding his network.

Part 9 – Anna

Anna Materiienko shares her journey driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact after witnessing the loss of her father’s wife due to inadequate medical care. After completing her PhD, she joined Intego’s educational program for clinical data managers. Now, as a clinical data manager, Anna plays a key role in ensuring clean, validated data for clinical trials, helping bring life-saving medicines to market. The most inspiring part of her job is seeing drugs approved for use, knowing they will help people live longer, healthier lives.