Statistical Programmer

The primary responsibility of this position is to serve as a statistical programming expert within the CSPCC at Perry Point, MD, and to perform the statistical analysis of data for assigned multi-site clinical trials and/or epidemiologic studies., · Serve as a statistical programming expert in the planning of multiple assigned studies and work with the study planning and executive committees which include inter-agency and intra-agency officials, and non-government scientists.

· Collaborate with the study biostatistician and the database management staff in the planning, design and review of the database management system for each assigned study.

· Assist the study team in the development, selection, and/or review of study data collection instruments to ensure all data needed for study endpoints is captured.

· Assist the biostatistician in the planning of statistical analyses and study data reports.

· Identify and apply appropriate statistical analysis techniques and procedures for analyzing study data.

· Design, write, test and run SAS programs, and, where appropriate, use other commercial statistical software packages to generate tables, listings and figures of study results for various types of study reports over the lifetime of each assigned study.

· Review output of statistical programs to check for completeness and accuracy of data and study results following program validation requirements. Identify data entry issues and collaborate with data management staff to help rectify these issues whenever possible.

· Document procedures for each statistical programming assignment completed following program documentation requirements.

· Assist the biostatistician in the preparation of study interim and final reports, as well as preparing results for publication in scientific journals.

· Perform other minor duties as assigned as they relate directly to the position and its assigned duties.

Do you have experience in Statistics?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, · : treats people with respect; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values

· : Follows BREF policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on-time; supports BREF goals and values; supports and respects community, diversity, and inclusion.

· : prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources as needed; sets goals and objectives; develops realistic action plans.

· : approaches and interacts with others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments; seeks training and education to improve knowledge and skills.

· : Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

· : Demonstrates punctuality; follows instruction and responds to supervisory or management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to work and time necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on-time or notifies supervisor or appropriate person with an alternative plan.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS

· Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

· Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and fingerprinting.

· Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree is preferred*

· Minimum of 1 year of experience in statistics is desirable*

*Additional education may be substituted for required experience, and additional related experience may be substituted for required education

· Proficiency in SAS programming; experience with other statistical software is a plus.

· Strong understanding of clinical trial design and statistical principles.

· Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams., * Proficiency in SAS programming

• Minimum of 1 year of statistics experience

Ability to Commute:

• Perry Point, MD 21902 (Required)

Pulled from the full job description

• 403(b)
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance, · Work will be performed in-person at the offices of the CSPCC Perry Point MD.

· 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday

· Pay is salary (exempt)

SUPERVISION

Position reports directly to the Chief of Statistical Programming of the CSPCC in Perry Point, Maryland. In the absence of the Chief of Statistical Programming of the VA CSPCC-PP, the position reports to the Deputy Director of the CSPCC-PP.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

BREF is an equal opportunity employer, thereby ensuring equal opportunity for employment and advancement to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual preference, lawful political affiliation, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental handicap or age.

Salary will be based upon the candidate’s education and training pertinent to the Statistical Programmer duties. Benefits include health care, life and long-term care insurance, a 403(b) retirement program, annual and sick leave. If interested in applying for the Statistical Programmer position, please send a cover letter describing your interest in the position and your resume.

Pay: $98,630.00 - $108,493.00 per year, * 401(k)

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

The Baltimore Research and Educational Foundation (BREF) is a non-profit corporation that supports the mission of the Veterans Affairs Maryland Healthcare System (VAMHCS) by administrating and facilitating biomedical research and education endeavors, particularly those funded by non-VA sponsors. In this capacity, BREF employs research staff and provides other services for conducting clinical research at the Cooperative Studies Program Coordinating Center (CSPCC) in Perry Point, Maryland (CSPCC-PP). The CSPCC-PP executes multicenter clinical trials and other types of research under the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Cooperative Studies Program, as well as trials and research done under agreements with non-VA (external) funders.