SAS Programmer

SA TECHNOLOGIES; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Technologies Inc. is seeking a System Analyst I for full-time positions in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh. The role involves developing SAS programs, reviewing specifications, and ensuring quality control, particularly within the pharmaceutical sector. Candidates should have a BS degree in computer sciences and at least three years of SAS experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience with BASE SAS products.
• Experience in database design and data structures.
• Understanding of pharmaceutical drug development process.

Responsibilities

• Develop SAS programs for non-standard data files.
• Create and review functional and technical specifications.
• Perform quality control checks and data resolution.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

BS in computer sciences or related field

MS in related field

Tools

SAS

Microsoft Office

Job description

SA Technologies Inc. (www.satincorp.com) is a market leader and one of the fastest growing IT consulting firms with operations in US, Canada, Mexico & India. SAT is an Oracle Gold Partner, SAP Services Partner & IBM Certified enterprise.

We guarantee you the best rate for your skills and performance.

Job Description

Two open Full-time positions in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh.

Perform functions of the System Analyst I to meet corporate commitments and deliverables, including reviewing or providing standard data specifications and creating standard data files through SAS.

Receive and review non-client standard file specifications from Data Manager / Project Manager or client, and interact with the client to finalize transfer specifications.

Develop SAS programs to create non-standard data files, specifically vertical file and incremental data file requirements.

Review User Requirements and create/review Functional and Technical Specifications as part of the Software Development Life Cycle, and approve specifications. Create and test ad-hoc programs for quality control checks, data resolution/mining, and other client requirements.

Qualifications

BS in computer sciences or related field; MS is a plus.

At least three years’ experience with BASE SAS products and procedures, and one year in database design and data structures.

Understanding of the pharmaceutical drug development process, with a minimum of two years’ experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.

Strong organization, analytical, and communication skills. Detail-oriented. Proficient with Windows and Microsoft Office products.

Experience with database programming is a plus.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment with short timelines. Adaptable, flexible, and capable of handling high-stress situations.