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SW Jules, Inc.
Ms. Julie Youmans-Smith
8760-A Research Blvd., Ste 264
Austin, TX 78758
Phone: 501-723-8492
Fax: 501-723-5136
Email:
Web Site: www.swjules.com

SR SAS PROGRAMMER

Full-time regular
SALARY=OPEN

JOB SUMMARY:

Database marketing team requires experienced individual to manage datamart build, creation of ad-hoc data structures and overall data quality monitoring to support business analysis and database marketing activities. This individual will work in a dynamic team environment with analysts and modeling staff to deliver ad-hoc analytic data structures and perform data analysis.This position will be responsible for system resource management, system performance monitoring and capacity planning for an HP UNIX server environment.This individual will serve as primary liaison between database marketing team and IT data warehouse development and technical services groups.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor's in Computer Science
  • Field of study preferred: Computer Science, Mathematics, Information
  • Technology or Business Administration Experience:

Related/preferred experience type:

5+Years Experience in CRM/database marketing environment where principles of customer database and lead list management and direct mail data merge/purge processing are well understood.

Technical skills:

  • 5+ Years SAS programming and data management.
  • Management

Special Requirements Specific to Job: Experience managing production processes and building SAS data structures, including importing and exporting data between various external sources such as mainframe, mid-range, and PC platforms and such database environments as Oracle, DB2, and other formats including raw text. Proficiency in managing resources in a Unix environment, including DASD


MARKETING/MODELING ANALYST (KANSAS)

Full-Time Regular
SALARY=50,000+

SUMMARY:

Serve as the lead analyst in database marketing quantitative business analysis unit and assist the team manager in coordination of large research initiatives. Marketing functions will focus on predictive modeling, data mining, program experimental design and assessment, customer segmentation and relevant statistical analysis.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Statistics Economics, Operations Research or related field with an emphasis on quantitative analytic methods, 3-5 years experience in quantitative business analysis.
  • Exceptional analytical and problem solving abilities.
  • Proficiency in SAS with emphasis on programming, statistical analysis, data manipulation and data quality management skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • MBA.
  • Demonstrated management supervisory experience.
  • 5+ years experience performing complex business analysis, including use of SAS, STAT and SAS Enterprise Miner.
  • Experience in database marketing environment,


PHARMACEUTICAL SAS PROGRAMMERS (CHICAGO, SAN DIEGO, SAN FRANCISCO, and LOS ANGELES(3 needed) )

FULL-TIME REGULAR
Salary=Open

Summary

Work with the Biostatisticians to provide SAS programming in analyzing the clinical trial data, generate reports, tables, listings and graphs. Responsible for designing, developing, validating and maintaining software applications as needed. Work with the clinical data management department to provide specialized programming support.

Requirements:

  • BA/MS in Statistics, Math, Information Systems, or Science.
  • Minimum of 3 years working in the PHARMACEUTICAL Research Industry with Data analysis
  • Solid SAS and SAS macros skills.


Contact:

SW Jules, Inc.
Ms. Julie Youmans-Smith
8760-A Research Blvd., Ste 264
Austin, TX 78758
Phone: 501-723-8492
Fax: 501-723-5136
Email:
Web Site: www.swjules.com

Full time - Permanent, SAS Programmer/Analyst opportunity with Boeing, Philadelphia

BOEING
World Leader in Aerospace

We realize our strength comes from the individuals who work here. Individuals with different backgrounds, different experiences and different ways of accomplishing things. If you're ready to work for a company that embraces those differences, we encourage you to apply at Boeing.

Full Time / Permanent SAS Programmer/Analyst opportunity with Boeing, Philadelphia

Job Description:

  • Analyzes and designs, using common software development processes, computing applications addressing business requirements.
  • Develops, programs, maintains, and integrates computing applications, including company-developed and commercial off-the-shelf software.
  • Interfaces with application users, other programmers and analysts, application architects, systems analysts, and other technical and support personnel in functional areas requiring knowledge and proficiency in business processes.

Job Skills and Qualifications:

  • Provide computing solutions for Philadelphia business processes.
  • Requires ability to work with customers, investigate problems, gather functional requirements and, with minimal supervision, design, code, test and document moderately complex computer programs.
  • Requires technical proficiency in programming methods, mainframe utilities and processes and an understanding of data base concepts. Requires experience with SAS Language and Tools - Base SAS, SAS Macros, SAS Graphics, SAS Formats, SQL and SAS DB2 access.
  • Prefer some experience with client/server tools and WEB Delivery.
  • Must be able to work independently, prioritize assignments and complete committed tasks on schedule.

Education:

Prefer a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems or related discipline and 10 years' experience or a master's degree and 8 years' experience.

Salary: $75000 + Benefits at 48% - 50% of annual salary.

If interested, please contact
Jennifer Krasnisky at
610-591-7143 or via
Email:
Boeing - Philadelphia
Employment
610-591-7143
Fax: 610-591-2728

Statistical Software Job, Indianapolis, IN USA

Statistical Software Analyst/Programmer (position #010ZR1)
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis

Under minimal supervision, responsible for technical support, and consultation with users for statistical, and data mining software. Support statistical software across all University Information Technology Services (UITS) supported platforms (windows, mac, unix). Develop and implement support strategies for data-mining technology for the IU system. Responsibilities involve evaluation, and testing of software packages; prepare documentation, and present short classes as needed; attend meetings as required.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in statistics/quantitative methodology or closely related area; advanced degree preferred. In-depth knowledge of statistical software, and knowledge about data mining concepts and software required; experience with SAS, SPSS, S-Plus, SAS Enterprise Miner, and Clementine particularly helpful. Excellent analytical and communication skills, and a strong customer orientation essential. Experience with multiple computer platforms required; experience in a university environment and experience with UNIX and Windows NT operating systems preferred.

Salary commensurate with qualification and experience. Excellent opportunity for professional growth.

To apply send cover letter and application with three references to
Human Resources Administration
620 N. Union Drive (UN 358)
Indianapolis, IN 46202-5168
(indicate position number #010ZR1; Ref. # 009818);
or to apply via e-mail send the Email:
Review of applicants will begin on January 8, 2001 and will continue until the position is filled.
For further details, refer to:
www.hra.iupui.edu/ntw_joblist.asp#PA
Indiana University is an equal opporutnity employer.
Email:

SAS Full Time Positions (10) - San Francisco/Bay Area, CA USA

We have 10 Full Time Positions available in the San Francisco/Bay Area. These positions are for SAS Modelers, Programmer Analyst and Project Managers. Two of the position are junior positions in the 60K range.We are located at www.mis-consulting.net .

Our contact person for these opportunities is
Emilia Threlkeld
Her Phone number is 925.974.1348
Email:
MIS Consulting Group
1300 Civic Drive, Suite #5
Walnut Creek, CA, 94596
Phone: (925) 934-4711
Fax: (925) 934-4709
Fred Perez
Email:
Web: www.mis-consulting.net

Statistical Programmer POSITION AVAILABLE- Groton, CT USA

Synectechs, a small consulting company specializing in biostatistical and clinical data management services to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, has an opening for a full-time Statistical P

Summary of Position:

Develop and/or modify, validate, and execute SAS programs to create tables, listings, graphs, and statistical analyses for data from clinical trials.

Qualifications:

B.S/M.S. Degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field; 1-year or more SAS experience necessary. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. Attention to qua

Skills/Experience:

Proficiency with various SAS products (base, stat, graph, FSP, macros). Familiarity with Miscrosoft Windows, Unix, VMS. Excellent analytical, problem solving and strong communication skills. Experi

Please forward your resume and salary requirements to:
Synectechs Inc.
SEATECH Business Center
PO Box 1460
Groton, CT 06340
Fax: (860) 446-8843
Email:
No Phone calls, please.



Data Manager, University of California, San Francisco - USA

PROGRAMMER/ANALYST III (Job #B15810V, $28.50/HR - $45.64/HR)
University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)
Center for AIDS Prevention Studies
(downtown location, 74 New Montgomery Street)

The successful candidate will be responsible for data management for a large clinical trial designed to reduce sexual risk behaviors among male STD clinic patients living in Mumbai (Bombay), India.

Percent effort is negotiable.

Duties: Design, develop, and implement quality control procedures and coordinate cleaning of data; coordinate staff on data entry/management tasks; travel to Mumbai approximately 1-2 weeks to train site staff in use of proprietary web-based data system; install software; troubleshoot hardware problems; create analysis-ready SAS data sets; subject to negotiation, duties may also include statistical analysis.

Required: BA/BS, with a minimum of two years of professional computer systems experience; extensive data management and programming experience; experience in constructing data management and data entry systems, relational databases, automated quality assurance and control systems; excellent communication skills; ability to conduct analytical tasks independently.

Desired: SAS programming skills. Statistical experience.

Contact:
Debbie Bain
University of California, San Francisco
Department of Medicine
3333 California Street, Suite 335, Box 0856
San Francisco, CA 94143-0856
Tel: 415/597-9299
Email:
UCSF offers a generous benefits package.
Email:

SAS Programmer Analyst - Somerville, NJ USA

Job Reference number: #101302633IJ Our Somerville, NJ Client needs a to migrate seven SAS/AF, SCL-based statistical applications, with SAS Macro language from VAX/VMS to a UNIX platform. The applications with interactive user-interface are currently run on VAX/VMS via VT terminal emulation using reflection-4 on Windows-95 workstation. The applications will be migrated from VAX/VMS node EARTH to the UNIX server PRISAS01.

* What You'll Do:

You will make necessary modifications to make each application execute correctly on the UNIX server. Test the applications and maintain test results along with required documentation updates for each application.

* Your Qualifications:

SAS/AF, SAS/SCL, SAS Macro, HP UX, VAX, and Windows NT.

At Devon Consulting Our Job Opportunity is Your Job Opportunity. Weekly on-time paychecks with our most-praised Payroll Team. Long term relationships with leading local companies. Personalized focus, unmatched ethics and a no-nonsense approach.

Contact:
Devon Consulting
Bridget Mullen
Internet Operations Manager
950 West Valley Road
Ste 2602
Wayne, PA 19087
610-964-2700
800-229-5709
fax: 732-346-7911
Resumes to: ITResumes@devonconsulting.com



Job opportunity for SAS programmer - Philadelphia, PA USA

A large financial institution in a beautiful Philadelphia suburb has SAS programmer positions opening. Ideal candidates should have experience of risk management, adaptive control, and/or portfolio management in credit card industry.

If you are qualified and interested, please e-mail your resume to
Jeff Zhu
Email:
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SAS Programmer - NC, USA

SAS Programmer 60K NC
Email:

Contract SAS programmers in PA, USA

Dear SAS professionals:

We have 2 contract SAS programmer positions available in Philadelphia area. One is in market research area (3-6 months), the other is in clinical research area (long term). Both positions require work on-site. Previous work experience is necessary (no entry level). Better than 'big non-technical agencies' rate is provided.

Wu Consulting is a SAS consulting firm and has been a SAS Quality Partner since 1996. We do SAS and statistical/econometric projects both on-site and in-house.

If interested in these two positions or other potential positions that may be available soon, please email your resume. Thanks.
Wei Zhang
President
Wu Consulting, Inc.
Email:

SAS Marketing Analyst - Litchfield County, CT USA

  • Title: SAS Marketing Analyst
  • Skills: Marketing/Analysis bckgrd., SAS
  • Date Posted: 11/28/00
  • Location: Litchfield County, CT
  • Area code: 860
  • Tax Term: Full time
  • Pay: up to $70K
  • Length: permanent Job Description: Seeking a Marketing Analyst to: Analyze customer data to identify and quantify opportunities for product selling and cross-selling.

    Assist in the development of marketing strategies and campaign programs that improve customer acquisition and retention, strengthen the customer's relationship with the company and generate repeat p

    Position requires: BS/BA in Marketing or related discipline, 2+ years of consumer-oriented marketing experience, and use of SQL-based data access and reporting tools; ability to use data mining or other data exploration tools (SAS), synthesize results of analysis, and communicate effectively with senior management; knowledge of MS Office, project management and scheduling software, and query and reporting software.

    The Marketing Analyst must be an energetic, motivated team player able to develop creative applications of intelligence. Reports to the Vice President of Marketing.

    * Company does not have the ability to sponsor or transfer visas.*

    To join an exciting B2B E-Commerce company in the Litchfield County area. Great offers and outstanding opportunities to grow and advance within your career!

    Besides having a really good time working at this company, you'll receive many benefits including:

    • Medical and Vision Insurance
    • 401k Plan
    • Paid time off
    • Stock Options
    • Flex-time
    • Casual Dress
    • Employee Merchandise Purchase Program
  • Contact:

    Kristin Young
    IT Recruiter
    J. Morrissey & Co.
    50 Columbus Blvd.
    Hartford, CT 06106
    Tel: 860-246-9000 x227
    Fax: 860-246-6051
    Email:
    Web: www.jmorrissey.com



    Project Manager / Research Analyst / Statistician - Greenwich, CT and Minneapolis, MN USA

    Job Description:

    This client has 2 openings for the above mentioned position, One position located in Greenwich, CT and One position in Minneapolis, MN.

    Basic Function of this position: Responsible for the completion of a variety of research analyses for DMI's client base and internal development.

    Principal Responsibilities:

    1. Provide the technical expertise for analytical projects and apply appropriate statistical procedures to meet client needs and requirements.
    2. Prepare resules to clients, or internal personnel, in written, oral, tabular or graphical format.
    3. Responsible for lending analytical support to fellow co-workers.
    4. Develop and recommend new product ideas to management.
    5. Posess and demonstrate the skill necessary to participate in the creative problem solving needs of the analytical services group.
    6. Demonstrate strong time management skills for a variety of projects.
    7. Demonstrate ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in support of several individuals, or clients, at the same time.
    8. Responsible for assisting any other analyst as needed to meed department commitments.
    9. Demonstrate a complete understanding of all the analytical products including the features, functions and benefits of these products.
    10. Responsible for handling special projects as assigned.
    11. Responsible for participating in the planning for the team's growth and future.
    12. Traveling as necessary to meet, or present to clients.
    13. Traveling to industry conferences for training, or to represent the firm.

    General Responsibilities:

    1. Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the direct mail process through project design and client interaction.
    2. Maintain a positive working relationship with all internal personnel and clients.
    3. Demonstrate strong team building skills and people skills.
    4. Posess ability to follow directions and take on additional responsibilities.
    5. Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
    6. Demonstrate a professional attitude toward others.
    7. Prepare and submit progress reports regarding activities and projects.

    Qualifications:

    Four-year college degree in technical field with coursework in statistics, computer science, business and marketing. Graduate level coursework or Masters Degree is desirable. A basic understanding of computer systems and their application is required. At least 1 - 3 years of direct marketing and/or catalog experience. Skills: Very strong analytical skills; STRONG SAS SKILLS; very good communication skills; excellent time management skills.

    If you are looking for a full-time opportunity in a great company and you meet all of the above qualifications, please submit your resume to me today.

    Contact for more information:
    Lisa Mac Neil
    DCM Consulting, Inc.
    303 S. Broadway
    Suite 475
    Tarrytown, NY 10591
    Email:
    Web: www.dcmconsulting.com


    SAS Job in New York City, NY USA

    Senior Consultant, Computer Capacity Analysis Team

    This is an exciting New York City position with a large computer service provider to the Securities Industry.

    Experience and demonstrable skills with SAS version 8 Base, Stat, Graph, macro programming, using SAS with Oracle SQL, and ODS-to-HTML on PC and HP-UX UNIX platforms. Knowledge of statistics, regression, UNIX shell scripting, PC batch programming. Web site design including HTML, Javascript and Java is a plus. Applicant will develop SAS programs for reporting on and evaluating the performance of Tandem and HP UNIX computer systems. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. College degree in computer science or engineering. Advanced degree or equivalent experience preferred.

    Participate in all phases of computer performance studies, company wide. Perform evaluations to maximize performance (eg. minimize response time, maximum throughput, etc.). Help plan enhancements to existing systems and contribute to the design of new systems. Identify the necessary resources required for the most cost effective performance and computer design. Develop, program, and research monitoring and executive reporting tools for accomplishing these objectives. Predict the effects of system hardware and software changes via statistical models, trend lines and discrete simulations. Disseminate results and findings via an Intranet based data warehouse of performance data.

    If you qualify and are interested in applying, please indicate position number 00-367 when e-mailing your resume to:
    Email:
    Email:

    16 Statistical Consultant Openings

    PA, MA, NJ, SF, IN, CT, Chicago

    Requirements include a Ph.D (or M.A. with 5 extra yrs of experience), 3+ years of experience in clinical trials analysis in a pharmaceutical, CRO, or hospital/research environment with good SAS programming ability. Specific experience with NDA preparation, outcomes. Chemistry & Agriculture backgrounds also considered. Most are initial 3/6 month contracts plus indefinite renewals.


    23 Clinical SAS Consultant Openings

    MA, TX, CA, CT, IN, NY, NC, MD, PA, VA, WV, NJ

    B.A./M.A. background plus 3-7 years of experience SAS progamming in a pharmaceutical, CRO, or hospital/research environment. Specific experience in Oracle, Base, SQL, Macro, Clintrial, migration, development specifically desired. Most are 3/6/12 month initial contracts plus indefinite renewals.


    30+ Clinical Data Manager/Coordinator Openings

    TX, DC, CA, CT, NJ, NC, NY, MA, Chicago

    B.A./M.A./RN background plus 1-5 years of experience in a pharmaceutical, CRO or hospital/research environment. Persons with Oracle Clinical, Clintrial, MS NT and SQL highly desired. All assignments are at least 6-12 months, most with indefinite renewals.


    We only offer challenging, stable and long-term oriented assignments for exceptional consultants interested in expanding their career with top companies. If you are interested in finding out more information, or wish to confidentially refer a candidate to us, please contact:

    Jacque Paige
    Smith Hanley
    888-221-2900
    Email:
    Web: www.smithhanley-consulting.com



    Devon Consulting
    Bridget Mullen
    Internet Operations Manager
    950 West Valley Road Ste 2602
    Wayne, PA 19087
    610-964-2700
    800-229-5709

    Geographic Area: PA, NJ, DE
    Job: Reference: 101302733FK
    Come be a part of our global pharmaceutical client located in Malvern , PA.

    Strong SAS background to work in fast paced team environment.

    Qualifications:

    • Experience with SAS macros and SAS base
    • Excellent communication skills
    • Ability to work effectively in a team environment
    • Any clinical experience such as clinical trials I through IV is a major plus
    • Experience with SAS statistics, SAS Graph, SAS AF, SAS Connect, and SAS Access is a plus.

    Contact: Pat or Sunita
    Email:
    800-229-5709


    Devon Consulting
    Bridget Mullen
    Internet Operations Manager
    950 West Valley Road
    Ste 2602
    Wayne, PA 19087
    Fax: 610-964-2700
    Phone: 800-229-5709
    Email:
    Email:

    Geographic Area: PA

    Job Reference number: #101300333G
    SAS Programmer/Analyst

    Put your mind and body to work with cutting edge technology and an on-site health/fitness center at our global pharmaceutical Client. This is an opportunity to let your skills grow with aggressive new Product Development and a Pennsylvania location!

    What You'll Do:

    • Receive, validate, reformat, and load patient laboratory test results from external laboratories into various database repositories
    • Develop and implement computer systems and application programs in the IBM mainframe and/or PC environments to facilitate this process
    • Work closely with several Merck business areas and external or internal laboratories in defining data requirements and transmission schedules.

    Your Qualifications:

    SAS. Good communication skills and good analysis skills. As well as IBM MVS, JCL 4, and MS Access/Excel.


    SAS contract in Melbourne, Australia

    Immediate start, 4-6 months with major financial institution. Mainly Base, Data warehousing etc.

    Please contact
    Rodney Marwick
    Software Product Services Australia Pty Ltd
    Ph: +61 (0)2 9566 1848
    Fax: +61 (0)2 9566 1849
    Email:
    Web: www.sps-oz.com.au

    Actuarial Analyst - Montpelier, VT - USA

    Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont is recruiting an Actuarial Analyst to assist in the analysis, summarization, and reconciliation of data for use in various projects such as rate, trend and reserve studies, benefit mandate effects, etc. for both indemnity and managed care lines of business. This position is an entry-level position which, with acceptable progress on exams, can lead to a career in the actuarial profession. Skills required for this position include proficiency with software such as Microsoft Office applications and SAS programming. Additionally, the incumbent must be able to work effectively independently as well as part of a team. A Bachelor's degree in actuarial science, mathematics or related field or equivalent work experience is required. Candidates who have passed at least one Society of Actuaries exam or who have experience in the actuarial, statistical, or underwriting fields are preferred.

    Consider joining BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF VERMONT, offering "The Vermont Solution for Health Care". We are Vermont's largest health insurer, and offer competitive salaries, a complete benefits package, and a challenging working environment with opportunity for advancement.

    Please submit your resume and salary requirements to:
    Human Resource Department
    Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Vermont
    PO Box 186
    Montpelier, VT 05601
    Fax: 802-223-4229
    Email:
    Web: www.bcbsvt.com



    Market Research - Windsor, CT USA

    Project Manager: Established Central CT market research firm, specializing in the financial services industry, is merging with a major international actuarial consulting firm and seeks experienced individual to manage all phases of marketing research projects. The successful candidate will be part of the team to launch this new venture, eventually managing a staff of research analysts and working with Account Executives to prepare research project guidelines, establish methodolgy, conduct analysis, and be responsible for presentation of findings, both orally and in writing.

    To be successful in this position the ideal candidate should have:

    • Graduate degree, with expertise in statistical analysis and multivariate analysis
    • At least five years experience with a market research supplier, or as a market research professional within a large financial services firm
    • In-depth experience in using SPSS and/or SAS in survey analysis
    • Established qualitative skills, including focus group moderation and one-on-one interviewing in the financial services indutry
    • Excellent presentation and report writing skills

    If you are a self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit, enthusiastic about marketing research, and want to be in on ground floor of our new marketing research venture, this position is for you.

    We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, with future potential for profit-sharing. Please reply in confidence (resumes only, please) to:
    Anna Ortiz
    Market Research - Project Manager
    Milliam & Robertson, Inc.
    80 Lamberton Road
    Windsor, CT 06095
    Fax: 860-687-4880
    Email:
    Web: www.milliam.com


    SAS/Oracle and SQL - Downtown Wilmington, DE USA

    Stage of Project: Analysis, Development
    Primary Skill: Business Analyst
    Duration of the assignment: 3 months?

    Consultant's Specific Role: The project is on going. It is geared to service Operations, Finance, Marketing and Credit Policy by providing data that is formatted as a business intelligence tool. Similar to Data Warehouse only directly for Operations unit.

    The consultant will be responsible for providing 3 distinct services:

    1. Attrition Analysis
    2. Process Improvements
    3. Policy Change Impact Analysis: Analyst would spend 30-35% of their time on Data Mining and the rest of their time analyzing the data, improving efficiencies and making recommendations to upper management.

    Must Have: Strong Analytical skills

    Maxim Group has been a leader in the IT consulting industry since 1987 because we do what it takes to keep our consultants challenged and rewarded. At Maxim Group, we place an emphasis on building strong relationships with our consultants and clients. From the personal delivery of your weekly checks to our dedication to finding a placement for each of our consultants after the end of a project, you will find our service to be number one in the industry. At Maxim Group, your health and well being matter to us. That's why we offer our team members a variety of benefits including health insurance, dental and vision, vacation, and personal days, holiday pay, 401k, and professional and technical training.

    Alen Ryan
    Sr. Information Technology Recruiter
    Phone: (610) 238-9134
    Fax: (610) 238-4500
    Toll free: (888) 448-8812
    Email:


    We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our Plan Sponsor reporting team. We are looking for an architect to improve the quality of our technical infrastructure in order to efficiently and expediently support our regional consulting teams.

    What are the job responsibilities?

    Design infrastructure architecture strategy for PSIS SAS Custom application and Production environments to access data warehouse sources (i.e., e.Warehouse) for reporting purposes. Establish and implement architecture strategy by understanding current environments, developing new environment targets and developing migration plans. Ensures appropriate and timely training for all team members. Ensures that the proper technologies/tools, standard methodologies and processes are available for employees to do their job efficiently. Keep current in trends and direction of technology and product usage/support, including business competitors and technology vendors. Select/Deselect standard technical hardware/software products in alignment with USQA and Aetna's architecture standards through delivery of cost benefit analysis and product evaluations.

    Required Competencies:

    Computer Savvy:

    Strong knowledge of information technology. Demonstrates a conceptual understanding of the inter-relationships between architectural components (business applications, Information and infrastructure). Exhibits experience in technical product selection, technical design and implementation. Ability to apply creative thinking to complex, cross-platform technical problems.

    Leadership:

    Influences and clearly relates technical alternatives to business objectives. Demonstrates initiative and innovation in achieving results. Fosters an environment where new ideas and solutions are solicited, evaluated, and implemented.

    Communication:

    Effectively documents or verbally communicates technical issues and ideas in a clear, concise, and accurate manner that is understood by the target audience. Keeps manager and team members appropriately informed.

    Teamwork:

    Understands team objectives and participates as an active team member to complete deliverables. Fosters collaborative relationships with technology and business teams within USQA and across areas of Aetna. Willingly and effectively shares information and values ideas and differences of others.

    Management of Resources:

    Effectively leverages existing technologies while anticipating and planning for the potential benefits of newer technologies. Easily identifies workload priorities, criticality and time demands. Achieves appropriate levels of quality at minimum cost. Manages the completion of deliverables on time and as promised.

    What's required?

    • A minimum of 3 to 5 years of overall IT/Systems development/technical support experience is necessary.
    • Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience is required.
    • Effective leadership and communication skills are a must.
    • Able to share knowledge and ideas with technical and business personnel.

    U.S. Quality Algorithms (USQA) is the performance measurement and outcomes affiliate of Aetna U.S. Healthcare. USQA provides analytic and decision-making tools to help improve the quality of health care. USQA is a recognized Industry leader in its use if information to improve the quality of medical care. Much of this success has been derived from leveraging the data through the extensive suite of business.

    • Position may require overtime. Training will be available and will be based on individual's business and technical knowledge.
    • Relational Database knowledge
    • Operating System Environment: Mainframe, UNIX, NT, PC
    • Programming Languages Desired: SAS, COBOL, SQL

    Please send your resume to
    Carol Telford
    USQA - PSIS MC4L
    151 Farmington Avenue
    Hartford, CT 06156
    Email:

    The Middletown location provides free on site parking, a Fitness Center, an Employee Store and a full-service cafeteria and Restaurant. Dress is business casual.



    Analytic Recruiting Inc.
    12 East 41st Street, 9th Floor
    New York, NY 10017
    Phone: 212 545-8511
    Fax: 212-545-8520
    Website: www.analyticrecruiting.com

    Manager, Customer Segmentation & Analysis - NYC USA

    Manager of Customer Segmentation & Analysis will be part of a team responsible for quantitative analysis of the client base. Responsibilities will include: application of analytical techniques to estimate client vulnerability and sales opportunities; profiling existing and potential clients for profitability, revenue valuation and loss potential; and leading the analytical components of the campaign management initiatives by assisting in the design and evaluation of marketing campaigns. Process improvement, automation, and integration of findings are priorities. The position offers high visibility and impact. He/she will assist in the development of the groups research agenda; ensure that analysis are consistent with and directly supports market strategies; and present results of analysis to senior management (in both an analytic and non-technical format). He/she will be responsible for ensuring that project work is prioritized, that expectations are set and managed and that systems need are coordinated.

    Ideal candidate will possess an MBA/MA/PhD in an applied analytical field. Demonstrated experience in applying strategic and analytical thinking, oral and written communication (including presentation skills), results orientation, and project management. The successful candidate must be able to use database marketing tools and techniques to access and analyze data. Proficiency using SAS preferred. Experience in data mining techniques, statistical modeling, UNIX and accessing relational databases is preferred. Knowledge of marketing, market research, customer service and operations management is a plus. Salary $80-90k + bonus.

    Refer to Job# RR162-SCONSIG on subject line and e-mail resume to the attention of
    Rita Raz.
    Email:

    Director Database Analysis/VP - NY Metro USA

    Essential Functions: Major NYC Financial Services Co.
    Develop strategies and tactics through data mining and data analysis to help improve new account acquisition efforts. Efforts to improve targeting, acquire more profitable customers, or improve the effectiveness of marketing tactics (such as direct mail solicitation). Leverage the data in the prospect database and utilize data mining techniques for the following prospect/new account analysis:
    • Analysis and usage of "cross reference data"
    • Analysis and usage of "CoBrand Partner data" -
    • Develop product or price offer sequencing strategies.
    • Analysis and usage of "time series data"
    • Analysis of potential universe expansion opportunities: targeting into populations beyond current population criteria
    Overlap analysis: are we targeting the same prospects from campaign to campaign? Develop and manage the business development budget for Database. Become intimately familiar with the new Prospect Database/ Data Model -- Thorough understanding of all data fields and data tables.

    Support the general database user community on advanced DB functions and/or navigation issues.
    Support the general DB users on advanced DB functions or navigation issues.
    Specific Experience

    • MBA in Statistics or Quantitative Analysis, Ph.D. a plus.
    • Familiar with data mining tools such as CART, CHAID, SAS Enterprise Miner, and Business Objects, Valex, and Planner Tool
    • 10 years experience in data mining or statistical analysis
    • Experience working in credit card/ consumer loan industry a plus.
    • Strong SAS programming skills a must, SQL programming skills a plus.
    • Experience working in relational database environment a plus.
    • Excellent team player and team leader abilities
    • Good Microsoft Office software skills
    • Experience managing a database analytic group
    Salary to $130k.

    Refer to Job# RR167-SCONSIG and e-mail resume to
    Rita Raz
    Email:

    Data Mining Analyst - Investment Bank (NY) USA

    Exciting opportunity in Customer Information Management group of top Investment Bank. Support VP of Customer Knowledge with analysis of data mining projects for high net worth segment of top investment banking firm. Responsible for data mining of customer and prospect data bases and building targeting and segmentation models for direct marketing campaigns to increase response rates. Support market research with statistical analysis and report generation of customer market research data. Translate analytical results into findings and recommendations to improve the business.

    Requires:

    • 3+ years experience analyzing data mining marketing and/or brokerage data.
    • Experience with direct marketing or analyzing web data (log files) a plus.
    • Masters degree or higher in an applied math field (statistics, operations research) or social science with heavy coursework.
    • Knowledge of SQL or SAS, particularly with large data sets a must.
    • Data mining, targeting , segmentation experience.
    Salary to $100k + Bonus.

    Refer to Job# RR157-SCONSIG on Subject Line and e-mail resume to the attention of
    Rita Raz
    Email:

    Analytic Recruiting Inc.
    12 East 41st Street, 9th Floor
    New York, NY 10017
    Phone: 212 545-8511
    Fax: 212-545-8520
    Website: www.analyticrecruiting.com



    INFORMATION SPECIALIST/CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR
    JOB-- University of North Carolina -- Chapel Hill

    The School of Social Work, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (Jordan Institute for Families), is currently accepting applications for the position of Information Specialist, Clinical Instructor/EPA faculty. This faculty position is a fixed-term position and is contingent on the continuing availability of funds.

    The Information Specialist/Clinical Instructor will be primarily responsible for working within a team environment to create, develop, and maintain longitudinal and educational and training databases. In some instances, these databases will be built from periodic extracts from legacy systems. The Information Specialist will construct these databases using PC desktop tools such as Microsoft Access, SAS, and SPSS or in relational environments such as SQL Server or Oracle.

    The Information Specialist will use tools such as SPSS and SAS to analyze information in the database and to develop datamarts or file extraction procedures, so the data may be used by other researchers on campus and across the state. Knowledge and experience in quantitative analysis of longitudinal data, and data warehousing using SAS, and procedures for instrument development are preferred. The Information Specialist may have teaching opportunities in the School's MSW program.

    Minimum qualifications include a Master's Degree (Ph.D. preferred) in computer science, education, social work or other related field with a minimum of three years experience developing and maintaining longitudinal files using SPSS, SAS, and a familiarity with SQL. Preference will be given to candidates who have knowledge of policy analysis, longitudinal data analysis (especially survival analysis), and psychometrics. Experience conducting informational needs assessments and work in a "help desk" type environment are also valued. Please forward resume and cover letters to:

    Lane Cooke, Program Coordinator
    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    School of Social Work
    Jordan Institute for Families, CB# 3550
    Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27599-3550

    Email:
    Applications will be accepted until position is filled, but committee will begin review on January 2, 2001. The University of North Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer



    Subject: SAS, Client/Server Dev. - Thousand Oaks

    Software Management Consultants, Inc., in Glendale, CA has the following SAS; SAS-Macro; SAS-Graphics job opportunity:

    Job Title: Client/Server Dev.
    Location: Thousand Oaks, CA
    Position Type: Contract
    Start Date: November 27, 2000
    Length: 4 months +
    Pay Rate: Market
    Skills: Languages: SAS, SAS-MACRO, SAS-Graph; Operating
    Systems: UNIX or PC;
    Other: Clinical data management.
    Description: Statistical programmer with strong SAS experience in clincial trials or other health related industries. Experience working with data manipulation, generating production quality tables, listings, and figures and integrating them into a CSR for reveiw by regulatory agencies.

    Please send resume to Email:
    contact SMCI at
    500 North Brand Blvd.
    Suite 1090
    Glendale, CA 91206, or
    by phone: (818) 240-3177.