SAS Programmer

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

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm is looking for a System Analyst I for their Philadelphia office. The role requires reviewing and providing data specifications, developing SAS programs, and ensuring quality control for client requirements. The ideal candidate has a BS in computer sciences, three years of SAS experience, and two years in the pharmaceutical industry. Strong communication, analytical skills, and the ability to work under pressure are essential. This is a full-time position in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years’ experience with BASE SAS products and procedures.
• One year experience in database design and data structures.
• Two years’ experience in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.

Responsibilities

• Review or provide standard data specifications.
• Develop SAS programs for data files as per client specifications.
• Create and test ad-hoc programs for quality control and data mining.

Skills

Analysis and problem-solving skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Adaptability

Education

BS in computer sciences or related field

MS in computer sciences 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 any and all functions of the System Analyst I as required to meet corporate commitments and deliverables; in particular, to review or provide standard data specifications and create standard data files through SAS.

Receive and review non-client standard client 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

As part of the Software Development Life Cycle, review User Requirements and create and/or review Functional and Technical Specifications and approve specifications Create and test ad-hoc programs for: Esoteric quality control checks requested by QC Data resolution/mining Other client requirements

Qualifications

BS in computer sciences or related field; MS in computer sciences related field helpful.

Minimum three years’ experience in BASE SAS products and procedures and one year experience in database design and data structures.

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

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

Experience with DB programming is a plus.

Ability to work in a rapidly changing and fast-paced environment, with short timelines. Adaptable and flexible. Able to work in a frequently high-stress environment.