Sr SAS Programmer

rimary Responsibilities

• Data Provision to Clients
• Create and execute SAS edit check programs .
• Validate edit check programs using standard validation practices and processes.
• Develop SAS programs to convert data from EDC systems to protocol-specific SAS datasets according to customer specifications.
• Assist in the creation of SAS-related project programming and validation documentation.
• Develop SAS macro and format libraries.
• Data Quality Assurance
• Review and approve User Requirement Specifications (URS) , Clinical Data Management (CDM) conventions, and related documents.
• Develop and implement new CDM systems or enhancements to current systems.
• Ensure the creation of CDISC-compliant datasets .
• Generate documentation for customer-specific SAS datasets.
• Maintain the SAS environment, providing assistance with SAS installation , updates, and maintenance.
• Project Management Support
• Collaborate with the Study Quality Representative to test protocol-specific SAS conversion programs.
• Assess and assign target dates for project timelines, adhering to these dates in conjunction with your manager.
• Communicate any changes in project timelines to the Project Manager and other relevant personnel.
• Keep department heads informed of ongoing project issues.
• Process Improvement Efficiency
• Coordinate activities between the Clinical Programming department and other related departments (Operations Programming, Study QA, PM, and DM) for improved efficiency.
• Evaluate current procedures and work instructions, recommending improvements to achieve departmental objectives.
• Assist the Training Department in developing and maintaining training materials for Clinical Programming.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Team Collaboration
• Explore new opportunities to add value to departmental processes and the organization as a whole.
• Support team members in achieving goals and contribute to team success.
• Perform additional duties as assigned and deemed necessary.
• Technical Knowledge Continuous Learning
• Participate in applicable company-sponsored training programs to maintain and expand technical expertise.
• Maintaining Standards Quality
• Read, understand, and adhere to organizational Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) .
• Assist in establishing and enforcing departmental standards.
• Provide recommendations on operational procedures and actively engage in process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science , Design , or a related field.
• Educational background in Human-Computer Interaction , Usability , User-Centered Design , User Experience , Information Design , Applied Psychology , Cognitive Science , Human Factors , Informatics , or other design/applied science fields is a plus.

Experience

• 8+ years of SAS programming experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• 5+ years of experience working with CDISC , SQL , and Relational Databases .
• 3+ years of experience with database organization and the ability to extract data to generate listings and reports.

Additional Skills

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a group.
• Strong attention to detail and a meticulous approach to work.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong documentation and organizational skills.
• Professional and positive attitude with a focus on maintaining high standards