Statistical Programmer II

Responsibilities:

• Performs data management.
• Assembles data from multiple sources, resolves data problems and performs general data management tasks with Minimal supervision and/or mentoring.
• Demonstrates ability to work with data from multiple platforms.
• Develops, writes, documents and tests statistical programs given the parameters and/or someone's sample code.
• Delivers code that requires minimal review and cross checking from a more senior individual and should use advanced programming methods, such as macros or reusable functions, advanced SQL, etc.
• Uses and adapt programs of others and document your own code.
• Demonstrates basic ability to interpret bio-statistical, epidemiological, or general research results.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to other team members.
• Provides review or revisions may be necessary in outside communications.
• Trains and mentors Statistical Programmer I's and/or serve as department technical resource.

Education:

• Masters Level Candidates: Masters in computer science, statistics, epidemiology, or related field 3-5 years of experience.
• Bachelors Level Candidates: BS in related field with 5-7 years of experience.

Certifications:

• None required.

Work Experience:

• Demonstrates ability to draft basic statistical programs.
• Experience in the use of standard statistical packages necessary.
• Knowledge of SAS or S-PLUS/R is required.
• Knowledge of SQL, Oracle or other relational database preferred.
• Understand basic medical terminology.
• Demonstrates basic ability to interpret biostatistics, epidemiological, or general research results.
• Prior experience in a health care research environment is desirable.
• Good organization, communication and time management skills are essential.
• Effective communication skills: fluent in English, sound writing skills, and ability to clearly communicate information both orally and in writing.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires the ability to sit and be stationary for prolonged periods of time, normal or corrected vision and manual dexterity sufficient to perform work on a personal computer.
• Requires the ability to walk to various locations throughout the Foundation and to function in a stressful environment.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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