SAS Programmer

Who we are looking for :

Are you a skilled statistical programmer looking to make a difference in the oncology field? Join ASCO's Research and Analysis Division as a Clinical Trials Data Programmer and provide programming support for multi-site clinical trials.

If you're looking for a rewarding career in clinical research, apply now!

This position is funded through collaborators that have committed to support the study. Continuation of this position therefore is contingent upon funding being available.

Remote candidates welcome or primary location in Alexandria, VA.

Responsibilities

Prepare and adhere to SOPs for data management, monitoring, and reporting activities

Implement and monitor data transmissions and data integrity checks

Perform editing and auditing of study databases to ensure accuracy and completeness

Implement procedures to validate study data. Maintain documentation of editing and auditing processes

Prepare and implement study management, site monitoring reports, and reports for committees

Conduct database management by processing documentation, as well as performing code review

Collaborate with Study Manager in data management functions and analyses, as required

Create and update analysis databases; maintainappropriate documentation and audit trails

Oversee ad hoc programming requirements and collaborate with Study Manager in tasks requiring programming

Develop and maintain statistical reports by writing SAS programs, macros and routines for use by Study Manager and other team members

Communicate with the ASCO IMT Staff and Administrative staff relating to systems and administrative details as needed. Participate in general staff meetings or study-specific meetings as required

Conduct statistical analyses for the study, as needed

Assist with manuscript preparation

Required Education and Experience

BA / BS degree in Data Science, Statistics, Biostatistics, or related field

3 5 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Biostatistics or a related field with a minimum of two years of relevant experience

Prior experience working in clinical trials or healthcare setting

Highly experienced and skilled in SAS programming

Skilled with SAS schedule manager and automation of output, macros, reporting via tables, figures

Preferred Education and Experience

5 years of related experience

Experience in R programming

Experience connecting to REDCap APIs in SAS

Competencies

Excellent analytical skills with the ability to anticipate and solve problems independently

Excellent technical writing skills for program documentation

Ability to work well collaboratively as part of a team and independently

Excellent communication skills, including written, with the ability to clearly convey and receive information

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines, prioritize, and multi-task

Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail

ADA / Physical Requirements

Extended periods seated or standing at a desk

High use of computer and other office technology equipment

Travel

No travel required

Generous Benefits Package :

• Hybrid Work Environment
• Open Leave Policy
• Paid Family Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays per Calendar Year
• Staff Appreciation Days
• 401(k) : 7.5% Employer Contribution
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fertility and Family Forming
• Healthcare Concierge
• Flexible Spending Account(s)
• Healthcare Savings Account
• Disability and Life Insurance

The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

At ASCO, our goal is to foster and encourage a diversity of thought, experience, and background in our workplace. Our organization’s culture is multi-dimensional, and we encourage our employees to leverage their unique perspectives and ideas.

BenefitsFidelity 401(k) Retirement PlanEmployees become eligible to defer their salary within their first month at ASCO; employees who do not make a deferral election will be automatically enrolled at a rate of 6% (employee can opt out).

Employees are immediately eligible, upon hire, to begin receiving the ASCO 401(k) plan contributionsASCO contributes 7.5% of earningsFour-year vesting schedule based on employment anniversary : 25% on one-year anniversary, 50% on two-year anniversary, 75% on three-year anniversary, and 100% on four-year anniversary, Medical Insurance BenefitsEmployees and eligible dependents (spouse / domestic partner and children) are eligible for coverage on the first day of the month following their hire date.

Employee contributions to premium costs are minimal.CareFirst Blue Cross / Blue Shield Health InsuranceOne POS Plan and one POS plan with an HSAAll Plans include medical, prescription drug, and vision benefits, Delta Dental Insurance Includes orthodontiaHealth & Wellness BenefitsASCO pays 100% of the premiums for the benefits listed below.

Benefit eligibility begins on the first of the month following hire date : Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance provides 60% salary (up to a maximum of $10,000 / month) for qualified injury or illnessLife Insurance benefit is two times annual base salary up to a maximum of $200,000Employee Assistance Program (EAP) service providing up to six counseling sessions, as well as referrals for work / life, legal, and financial servicesLeave BenefitsFlexible time off - employees can take the time off that they need as long as the employee meets their work deliverablesPaid Family Leave - eligible employees may take up to twelve (12) work weeks of Paid Family Leave during a rolling 12-month period for a qualifying reason13 paid holidays in which offices are closed for businessFor 2024, ASCO is closed for Staff Appreciation Days between Christmas and New Year'sAdditional PerksTransportation Subsidy ASCO pays for parking on-site or provides up to $165 / month for mass transitSupplemental life and long-term disability insurance available annuallyCompensationASCO’s pay philosophy is to maintain a fair and competitive compensation program that is market-based, tied to performance, and aligned with ASCO’s core values.

ASCO’s goal is to keep pace in the marketplace by paying competitively to attract, hire, and retain the most qualified professionals.

Our salary program features job families that allow for the identification of functional knowledge-based professional specialties.