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Jane Rand
Victoria James Executive Search, Inc.
203-358-0887 phone
203-358-0864 fax
Email:
Web: www.victoriajames.com

Position: CIRCULATION AND STATISTICAL ANALYST

Reports to: Director, Marketing
Salary: Competitive Base plus Excellent Benefits, Relocation Assistance

Position Description:

Our client is a nationwide specialty retailer and cataloger located in the Northeast. The position supports the direct marketing department in the areas of house list circulation planning, catalog performance analysis, developing merge-purge instruction and monitoring merge/purge process, house file name selection, database analysis and modeling using statistical tools.

Responsibilities:

Develop house list circulation plan. Analyze house list performance. Prepare proforma and P&L statement for all promotions. Develop merge/purge instruction and work with service bureau to ensure merge/purge done on a timely basis for all catalog mailings. Create and communicate mail plans. Work with new customer acquisition analyst and marketing analyst to establish test circulation quantities. Conduct ad hoc analysis and data query in mail order system for direct marketing department.

Requirements:

  • BS/BA in Statistics, Economics or related field
  • Experience with a programming language and/or a statistical software package
  • A comprehensive knowledge of Lotus and/or Excel
  • Experience with SAS is desired
  • Experience in direct marketing including circulation planning and merge/purge is desired


Position: MODELING ANALYST

Reports to: Marketing Manager
Salary: Competitive Base plus Excellent Benefits, Relocation Assistance Position Description: Our client is a nationwide specialty retailer and cataloger located in the Northeast. The position is responsible for database analysis and house list modeling in order to maximize profitability of mail order circulation plans.

Responsibilities:

Analyze house database utilizing statistical profiling and modeling techniques. Develop predictive response and/or profit models in order to score and rank house names for each mailing. Work with M/O Marketing Manager to establish marginal circulation cut-offs for each mailing and develop annual circulation plans and mail order budgets. Work with M/O Marketing team to profile and segment house names in order to develop targeted offers and contact strategies. Work with database service bureau to insure data integrity and list hygiene.

Requirements:

  • BA/BS in Business, Marketing or Statistics or equivalent experience
  • Experience in statistical analysis and database modeling - min. 1-2 years in direct marketing
  • Experience with statistical applications, e.g. SAS, SPSS, etc.
  • Spreadsheet proficiency
  • Masters in Business, Marketing or Statistics desired
  • Experience in PC based statistical analysis and database modeling in large (1 million +) name environment
  • 3+ years experience in direct mail circulation planning in a multi-title environment is desired
  • Proficiency in database applications, e.g. Oracle, Access, etc.
Contact:
Jane Rand
Victoria James Executive Search, Inc.
203-358-0887 phone
203-358-0864 fax
Email:
Web: www.victoriajames.com

JOB OPPORTUNITY FOR SAS PROGRAMMER/CONSULTANT

A major corporation in the greater New Haven, CT area is looking for a SAS Programmer/Consultant for a long-term contract.

Requirements: Two years as a SAS programmer, including base and macro, and some clinical trials experience.

If you are interested in learning more, please contact:
Debra Zucker
Eagle Technology Consultants
180 Post Road East
Westport CT 06880
Tel: 203-291-8028
Email:



Transoft International, Inc. is a banking software company presently in need of SAS Programmers with knowledge of base SAS, AF/Frame, SAS report and database experience, banking and/or project management experience a plus; other positions include Business Analysts - Banking Applications Specialists for analyzing customer business requirements, installing our software and training customers. Transoft offers a competitive salary plus attractive benefits package in a high growth environment. Positions include some domestic/international travel.

Resumes with salary requirements should be emailed to
Turid Z. Kaehny
Email:
Tel: +1 919-678-9192
Fax:+1 919 678-9195
visit us at www.transoftinc.com or at BAI 2001 in Anaheim, CA



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

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



Sr. Programmer Analyst Position/Philadelphia USA

Knowlton Group, LLC is a NY headquartered staffing solutions provider, specializing in SAS based technology, SAS training and Internet staffing. Bill Christison, principal, has been recruiting SAS professionals for the past 8 years and has attended both NESUG and SUGI conferences since 1993.

Job Title: Sr. Programmer Analyst
Position Type: Full Time
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Salary: $60K-$75K
Sponsorship: Yes
Yrs. of experience: 3-5 years

Job Description:

Responsible for performing complex programming and specialized technical work using SAS and other programming languages, performing business analysis, potential account cleanup, developing programming to meet reporting requirements, and making recommendations to management. The primary focus will be supporting the implementation of the event management process and database.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Excellent computer skills, including FDR, SAS, SQL, Access, and Oracle.
  • Excellent written & verbal communication skills
  • Coordination of data acquisition
  • Data analysis and relevance
  • Project Management Skills
  • Strong group facilitation, problem solving skills.

SAS Project Leader/Chicago

Knowlton Group, LLC provides placement of permanent employees in the areas of SAS programming, statistical modeling and Biostatisticians.

We currently have a permanent SAS Project Leader position opportunity within a multi-billion dollar company located in Chicago.

This position opportunity will be responsible to develop the SAS infastructure for data collection, reporting, and to develop the overall interface to a 23 person Biometrics group.

This SAS leader will be involved from the "ground floor" as the SAS group/staffing grows. SAS products currently used in house include: SAS Access, SAS Connect, UNIX/SAS, SAS/Graph, SAS/Stat.

Experience: 5 years utilizing SAS at an advanced level. Oracle database experience and pharmaceutical application would be plusses, however, are not required.

Additionally: Relocation assistance, immigration sponsorship and salary/bonus to six fiqures.

Interested candidates, forward your resume to:
Bill Christison
Knowlton Group, LLC
845-988-5129
Email:
Web: www.knowltongroup.com



SAS Opportunities

Global Search, founded in 1993, specializes in identifying and recruiting qualified technical professionals for positions in a wide variety of industries at SAS related positions.

We have a wide range of Permanent Employment and Consulting opportunities at Fortune 500 and fast growing companies.

Global Search offers opportunities for all Statistical related jobs; concentrating in SAS Programmers and Analysts, Statisticians and Data Managers.

If you are a Permanent Resident or Citizen of the U.S., or Canada, and are interested in opportunities in the Northeast, then contact us.

Global Search Recruitment Systems, Inc. has full-time and consulting SAS jobs available. If you, or anyone you know, would be interested in hearing more please contact me.

Take a look below at the industries and jobs we specialize in.

Sincerely,
Barry Rosen
Global Search Recruitment Systems, Inc.
8 Wood Hollow Road
Parsippany, New Jersey 07054
Email:
1-800-652-5122 x 301 x301

We specialize in matching qualified candidates with clients in a wide range of industries:

Banking
Biotechnology
Clinical Research Organizations
Consulting Services
Entertainment
Financial Services
Health Care
Insurance
Manufacturing
Market Research
Medical Device
Pharmaceutical
Research and Development

Our clients are recruiting at all levels for these positions.

Biostatistician

Collaborate in the development and review of study protocols and reports; provide statistical expertise in the design, conduct, and reporting of pivotal clinical studies to support regulatory filings; supply appropriate statistical plans and analyses for drug submissions; and work directly with Clinicians, Regulatory Affairs, and Programmers to design and conduct simulation studies and innovative statistical methodology software.

Non-Clinical Statistician

Team with world­class scientists in Research and Development Departments providing statistical expertise in the design, conduct, analysis, and reporting of experiments facilitating the R&D processes. You will work in such areas as bioinformatics, toxicology, process improvement, discovery, biochemistry, metabolism, and formulation development.

Clinical SAS Programmer

Phase I to IV Clinical Trial Data. Design, create and maintain the database, as well as develop and generate reports, tables and listings using SAS; create SAS files; validate and document work. Collaborate with Biostatisticians and representatives from Clinical and Regulatory departments in designing specifications for tables and graphs; write SAS code to produce tables, graphs, and listings for statistical and clinical reports.

Clinical Data Management

Perform clinical data management activities including: creating data review guidelines and validating specifications; reviewing of clinical data; writing data inquiries; managing Clinical Research Organizations; performing queries and contacting sites; and adhering to pharmaceutical drug development processes and associated federal regulations. Required knowledge of Clintrial or OracleClinical, SAS, and Case Report Form design.

Risk Management

Develop decision support solutions to manage consumer and commercial risk for major companies. SAS skills required.

Senior Scoring Analyst

Development of scoring models to rank potential or existing customers according to risk. Development of targeting models to predict responsiveness or profitability. Audit and testing of model implementation. Validation of existing models. Conduct multivariate multi­level experimental designs.

Marketing Analyst

Conduct all research to improve Modeling Methodologies and Quality of Database Information. Provide Product Managers with Model Output and Variable Distributions to help identify important factors relating to Marketing Response Rates.

Credit Policy Specialist

Develop SAS programs to extract data from responder and financial tapes to support analysis related to credit policy. Analyze the profile and performance of newly acquired cardmembers.

Decision Support Analyst

Assist clients in pharmaceutical and medical device industries by providing quantitative marketing and sales analysis, particularly in the areas of business strategy, resource allocation and return on investment on promotional effort.

Analyst-Credit Extension Programs

Formulate and implement credit policies for pro-active credit extension programs to expand market share and portfolio profitability. Monitor performance of program results and translate implications for future campaigns through policy improvements. Continuously assess target market, optimal increase strategy, and delivery options to maximize business results. Develop and maintain strong partnerships with counterparts to ensure open and regular communications.

SAS Programmer

Work in the Home Equity Group of a major bank interfacing with internal and external data providers to collect and maintain the database. Must have three or more years of SAS with a strong background in data set creation, format manipulation and macro processing required. Strong analytical skills as well as UNIX and PC environments. Problem solving and statistical/financial modeling methods. BA in Computer Science or related field.

Statistician/Biostatistician

Review protocols and case report forms for trial design, write statistical methodology section of the protocol and prepare analysis plan and computer programs for inferential analyses. Additionally, the successful candidate will participate in drug project related activities, including clinical development programs, provide support to new drug submission/approval and oversee CRO deliverables for trials contracted out.

Marketing Business Analyst

Business Analyst in Call Planning division. In this role you will be responsible for creating a strategic plan of action, which can be implemented in the field by analyzing, coding, and processing Call Planning and Ad Hoc projects. This will include processing 3rd party and client data, and presenting data to clients.

Scientific Programmer

Design, implement, and test new standard clinical data structures (tables, items, codelists, edit checks, entry screens) used for the management of global clinical trial data. Maintain standard global clinical data structures, system security and system parameters. Specify and implement process and tools for maintaining the clinical data dictionaries. Need 5 years experience in clinical data processing/management(implementing clinical trial databases, applications and reports) and knowledge of clinical development process. Must have 3 years experience in one or more of the following areas: clinical database management systems(preferrred: Clintrial 3, Clintrial4), relational database management systems(preferred: Oracle, PL/SQL), clinical reporting using SAS(Base, Macro Language, PROC REPORT) and integrative review.

Software Specialist

Plans, designs, develops, implements and supports global clinical data management and statistical applications in clinical development projects and regulatory submissions. Participates as senior member of global project teams for the development and implementation of clinical database and reporting systems. Leads global sub-teams. Writes business requirements, functional specifications and test plans. Develops software and process solutions for clinical trials data management and reporting. Need 5 years of experience in clinical data processing/management (implementing clinical trial databases, applications and reports or NDA preparation) and in-depth knowledge of clinical development process.

Business Analyst

Business Analyst in Call Planning division. In this role you will be responsible for creating a strategic plan of action which can be implemented in the field by analyzing, coding, and processing Call Planning and Ad Hoc projects. This will include processing 3rd party and client data, and presenting data to clients. You will analyze Doctor call frequency and product priority as well as balancing territory workload. The qualified candidate will possess a BS (MS/MBA preferred) in quantitative science plus 0-3 years experience. Good interpersonal, oral and written communication/ presentation and programming skills are necessary; as well as excellent analytical skills. SAS skills preferred.

Business Information Specialist

We are seeking highly motivated creative problem solvers with SAS programming experience and strong communication skills to join our project teams. Our Business Information Specialists design, maintain and analyze relational databases to help develop solutions for our clients. Need extensive SAS data processing and programming experience. Experience with File Manipulation (sorting, merging, concatenation/joining) and data type/structures. Knowledge of database management, data step, and proc and macro programming in SAS. Proven skill in maintaining, updating and manipulating large databases.

Contact:
Barry Rosen
Global Search Recruitment Systems, Inc.
8 Wood Hollow Road
Parsippany, New Jersey 07054
Email:
1-800-652-5122 x 301 x301



US-IL-Chicago SAS Programmer to $70K

Refer to Job # TS1318-100667
Requires: SAS data step programming.
Pluses: Unix, MVS using TSO/ISPF, Oracle 8i, PL/SQL, sequential datasets, VSAM, PC files.

Local Chicago area candidates preferred. Relocation is NOT available. Sponsorship is NOT available.

Please e-mail your resume today to:
General Employment
Information Technology Staffing
1101 Perimeter Drive, Suite 735
Schaumburg IL 60173
Phone 847.240.1233
Fax 847.240.1671
Email:
We specialize in Information Technology Staffing


SAS (Data Mining) Project in Germany

For a project in Bonn, Germany we are seeking a SAS-Statistician/Data Mining Specialist

Some details:

  • very good knowledge on statistical methods for data mining with SAS - some knowledge on SAS/DataMiner would be an advantage
  • contract would initially go for 3 month
  • start is 15.02.2001
  • rates are depending on skills and experiences

The customer is a large German Service company in the financial sector. The company has got more than 2000 employees and 15 subsidiaries.

If your are short-term available, please send your complete CV (MS-Word, PDF or HTML) including the rate your rates.

Kind regards
aPrioriTy - IT Service - Zurmuehl
Email:
UMS: +49 (40) 74 0207 0207



Permanent and contractor positions, Pharmaceutical, Chicago area

I am looking for a Project Leader and a SAS programming contractor to join my team at a Chicago area Pharmaceutical firm.

Project Leader, SAS Programming

To head a team of programmers working on tables, listings and graphs. This person works closely with Data Management and Statistics providing input on the design of study data bases, assisting in data cleaning and setting timelines. Should have 5+ years SAS programming experience including PROC REPORT, SAS/GRAPH, SAS/STAT and macros. Also requires 3-5 years experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Must posses at least 1 year project management experience and good oral and written communication skills. In addition to programming duties, person will be responsible for assigning and monitoring work of 1-5 other programmers, training of junior programmers and assisting manager in analyzing and improving department processes. This is a permanent, full-time position. Salary 55-65K

SAS Programming Contractor

To work on generating tables, listings and graphs under the direction of a project leader. The ideal candidate will posses at least 2 years experience in SAS including the use of PROC REPORT, SAS/STAT and macros. Should also have at least 2 years experience in the pharmaceutical industry in some capacity. Must posses good oral and written communication skills and be a good team player. This is a programming position, not a statistical one. Rate is negotiable.

Both positions are available immediately. If you are interested, please contact me privately at e-mail listed below.

Greg M. Woolridge
Manager, Study Programming
TAP Pharmaceutical Products Inc.
Email:
phone: 847-582-2332
fax: 847-582-2403



Senior Database Analyst (Permanent) - Southfield, MI.

PAY RANGE: $70K-$85K.
REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION:
    A Senior Database Analyst position available in the Data Analytics Group. Responsibilities include:
  • Proposal/Statement of Work development
  • Data requirement evaluation
  • Data Mining (data investigation and validation)
  • Customer profiling
  • Statistical model development
  • Test design and post-program analysis
  • Client report generation, including findings and recommendations
  • Client and Account Management interface

The candidate will have strong technical skills in SAS or SPSS and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Powerpoint). Experience in direct marketing preferred. A programming background is helpful. Strong project management skills are a plus. The person will interface with IT professionals and clients to define project requirements, secure data sets, complete analyses and create client ready findings reports. Candidate should be flexible, have the ability to come up with creative solutions and be willing to be part of a highly energetic team focused on delivering quality client solutions. A bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in marketing, statistics or econometrics is required along with 3 - 5 years of data experience.


Database Programmer Analyst (Permanent) - Southfield, MI.

PAY RANGE: $65K-$75K.
REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION:
    A Database Programmer position available in the Data Analytics Group. Responsibilities include:
  • Data requirements evaluation and report design
  • Data extract generation and validation
  • Statistical report creation
  • Ad hoc query report management and execution
  • Analytic tool investigation and recommendation
  • Client and Account Management interface

The candidate will have strong programming skills in SAS (preferred) or C++, SQL and Crystal reports and have worked in an Oracle or Informix environment. Strong Microsoft Access skill helpful. A keen understanding of data integrity issues along with data intuition is necessary. Candidate should be flexible, have the ability to come up with creative solutions and be willing to be part of a highly energetic team focused on delivering quality client solutions. The person will also be responsible for keeping abreast of industry trends and investigating tools to recommend for implementation. A bachelor's degree is required along with 3 - 5 years of custom data programming experience.

Interested candidates please reply with your resume attached or fax to (248)608-6092.

Thank you,
Steve Caldwell
248.608.6089
Email:
Web: www.cceconsulting.com



Look To Smith Hanley...

Since 1980, our clients have called upon Smith Hanley to nationally source the best statistical talent for their strategic analytical needs, as well as securing top-tier assignments for our represented consultants.

We offer competitive and flexible salary plans (with benefits or W-2) or sub-contract with corporations. We also offer competitive fees for referring a candidate we place into an assignment for at least 6 months. Please contact the name listed below for further details on our sliding scale referral policy.

-Smith Hanley Consultant Benefits-

23 Statistical Consultant Openings

PA, MA, NJ, NY, CT, NC, DE, SF Chicago

Minimum requirements include a Ph.D (or M.A. with 3-5 yrs of experience), 3 years of experience in clinical trials analysis in a pharmaceutical, CRO, or hospital/research environment with strong SAS programming ability. Specific experience with NDA preparation, Outcomes. Chemistry/Biology & Agriculture backgrounds also considered. Most are initial 6/12 month contracts plus indefinite renewals with some conversions to permanent.

26 Clinical SAS Consultant Openings

MA, TX, CA, CT, IN, NY, NC, MD, MI, PA, VA, 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 Unix, Oracle, Base, AF, SQL, SCL, Macro, Clintrial, migration, development specifically desired. Also need programmers for production of tables, listings and graphs, with good experience with clinical trials. Most are 3/6/12 month initial contracts plus indefinite renewals.

39+ Clinical Data Manager/Coordinator Openings

TX, MO, CA, CT, NJ, NC, NY, MA, PA, DC, 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. Assignments from Data Reviewers, Data Managers all the way up to Director of DM available.

We 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



Educational Data Systems - Job openings in Bay Area, CA USA

There are currently two job openings at my place of employment- Educational Data Systems. Educational Data Systems is a growing educational data analysis and testing company based in Morgan Hill, California (South of San Jose). One job opening is for a Senior Researcher and another is for a Psychometrician or Statistician.

Please go to http://www.eddata.com for company info and to http://www.eddata.com/emp_app/empop-4.htm for job descriptions and contact info.

Thanks,
Seema Varma.
Email:
www.eddata.com
Phone: 408-776-7646
Fax: 408-776-7696

STATISTICIAN

COR THERAPEUTICS, Inc. is a publicly held biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of novel therapeutics for the treatment and prevention of severe cardiovascular diseases.  Our continued growth has created a great opportunity for an experienced Statistician.

You will help develop project-wide design and analysis strategies; work with clinicians & scientists to develop protocols and analysis plans; analyze studies in support of regulatory submissions; provide statistical support for marketing requests, general R & D and other required analyses.  Help Medical Research scientists and writers prepare reports & subsequent publications of study results.

The position requires:

 MS/MA (Ph.D. preferred) in statistics or biostatistics and 4 years experience or
 Ph.D.  and 2 years experience as a statistician working in clinical trials.
 Demonstrated knowledge of statistical methodology and underlying theory and the ability to apply it to the design/analysis of clinical studies
 Excellent project management experience
 Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
 Knowledge of SAS highly desirable

SAS PROGRAMMER

You will help build and maintain the SAS computing environment for COR's statistical & clinical community.  You will also ensure accessibility of data from the clinical database; provide programming support for study analyses, safety updates, regulatory requests, publications, data management, general R&D, product marketing and create SAS data files for analysis and data retrieval.

The position requires:

 BA/BS preferably in a scientific discipline plus 3 years SAS programming experience, preferably as applied to clinical trials.
 Knowledge of Windows NT and Clinical Database Management systems preferred.

COR Therapeutics, Inc.
356 East Grand Avenue
South San Francisco, CA 94080
Email:
Web: http://www.corr.com
(650)244-6800

NO AGENCY RESUMES - CANDIDATES ONLY PLEASE!
Herb Alston
Email:
(650)244-6815
(650)615-9639 Fax



Market Information Analyst I (two positions)- Charlotte, NC USA

Duties: This position is part of Card Services, a $20 billion organization dedicated to deepening customer relationships, growth opportunities for associates, and taking a leadership role in improving the customer experience. Card Services provides products and services that are at the forefront of banking as we head into the 21st century. Specifically, this position is responsible for the financial analysis of various marketing programs, including portfolio management and acquisitions. In addition, ad hoc profitability analysis of pricing initiatives, costing and other aspects of Card Services may be required. Position interacts heavily with Marketing, Credit, and Finance in the understanding of past programs and the development of future marketing efforts.

Qualifications:

Candidates should have excellent analytical, communication and Microsoft Office skills, be a self-starter and a team player. Knowledge of SAS and consumer loan products is a plus. The candidate should have the desire to be part of a winning team.

Contact:
Abdu Elnagheeb
Email:

Research Careers - Windsor, CT USA

LIMRA International is a well-respected worldwide research and marketing association serving the financial services industry. We are seeking individuals with proven research skills to join our research team.

Pension Researcher

The ideal candidate should possess the following qualities: Strong knowledge of the pension industry and several years of related industry experience; strong mathematical and analytic skills; extensive knowledge of PC analytic software; good written and oral communications; expertise in SAS or other data analysis software.

We offer competitive salaries, a phenomenal benefits package, convenient location, and a business casual dress policy. If you have stable work history and can provide exceptional references, we are interested in hearing from you. Qualified candidates should send their resume, including cover letter, position of interest, and salary requirements to:

Human Resources
LIMRA International
300 Day Hill Road
Windsor, CT 06095-4761
Fax: 860-298-4122
Email:
(No Phone calls please)
Web: www.limra.com
E.O.E.



Need Risk Dimensions Developers

Bucher & Christian Consulting is an IT consulting firm specializing in e-Business, ERP (SAP & PeopleSoft) and Oracle solutions. Our clients include PricewaterhouseCoopers, EDS, the United States Government, Mays Chemical Company, Eli Lilly & Co., Simon & Schuster, and Indiana University to name just a few.

We are currently looking to fill a top level SAS, "Risk Dimension" position

we have at one of our client sites in Houston, TX. This is a 9-12 month engagement. Salaries will be commensurate with experience.

If you are interested in this opportunity. Please e-mail me a copy of your resume at:

Bucher & Christian Consulting, LLC.
22 East Washington Street, Suite 314
Indianapolis, IN 46204
317.423.8980 - phone
317.423.8981 - fax
Email:



SAS/Systems & Data Warehouse Position/NY USA

Knowlton Group, LLC is a NY headquartered staffing solutions provider, specializing in SAS based technology, SAS training and Internet staffing. Bill Christison, principal, has been recruiting SAS professionals for the past 8 years and has attended both NESUG and SUGI conferences since 1993.

Visit our Website: www.knowltongroup.com

Job Description Title: Senior SAS Planner

Work within a systems and network management group, that is responsible for enterprise-wide capacity planning, assist with the support and enhancement of a SAS-based performance data warehouse while interfacing with our application and business unit user community. This includes the integration of new application-specific metrics into the data warehouse, development and implementation of reports for distribution on our intranet web site, and general day-to-day capacity planning activities in a fast-paced and growing environment.

All work is on the Unix platform in an environment that includes both HP as well as Sun equipment.

Technical Skills Requirements:

  • Strong SAS/Base and SAS/Macro
  • Knowledge of SAS/Graph is a plus
  • Prior experience with computer measurement and/or other SAS-based tools used to support system performance and capacity planning
  • Unix skills sufficient for basic navigation of the environment are required but a candidate with more seasoned Unix and/or distributed networking experience could position the candidate for additional opportunities
  • Prior experience with the SAS IT Service Vision product is not necessary
  • Prior experience with HTML and web-based report delivery is a plus
Location: NYC
Duration: Permanent, full time. Consultants considered, call or email for rates (845-988-5129)
Start Date: Immediate
Salary: $90K-$115K plus bonus
Vacation: 3 weeks at first January 1st, 4 weeks after second January 1st


Statistician Position/Westchester, NY USA

A $3 billion preeminent global company. They were ranked first among the most admired American-based companies in Fortune magazine's Corporate Reputations Survey.

Looking for a business savvy statistician to join their team. The main responsibilities will be to use the marketing database and sophisticated statistical modeling techniques to develop name selection criteria for marketing promotion selections, and to provide marketing with insight into the customer base through profiling and the use of data mining techniques.

An advanced degree (MS or PhD) in statistics or related quantitative field with a strong emphasis in statistics is required. Candidates must possess the ability to apply statistical techniques (multiple regression analysis, factor analysis, etc.) in support of business operations and be proficient in using SAS to analyze data and develop statistical models. At least one year of experience in applying quantitative methods in direct marketing is preferred. The ideal candidate must possess strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Company offers an excellent benefits package and professional growth opportunities in a campus-like setting. They provide van pick-up from the Metro North train station to Corporate Headquarters.

Sponsorship will NOT be provided. Relocation assistance will be provided.

Salary: $55K-$90K

For more Information contact:
Bill Christison
Knowlton Group, LLC
845-988-5129
Email:
Web: www.knowltongroup.com



SAS job at Duke University, Durham NC USA

The North Carolina Education Research Data Center at Duke University seeks a Senior Data Technician.

Salary: full-time rates: 13.95 (minimum); 17.44 (midpoint); 20.93 (maximum)

Background:

The Data Center will provide a consortium of researchers with ready access to the data they need for policy-oriented research on possible solutions to minority achievement gaps in North Carolina, the Southeast, and the United States. Data for policy-oriented research comes in many forms. One form is a large data set based on a complete universe, such as all students, teachers, or schools in North Carolina. A second form is a large sample of responses to a national survey such as SASS or NELS. A third form is more detailed information from a subset of the population such as one or more districts or schools. The Data Center will include all three forms.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist the Director of the Data Center.
  • Coordinate and participate in a variety of duties involved in transferring, interpreting, documenting, and summarizing descriptive, analytical and evaluative data in support of research and/or information gathering activities.
  • Establish procedures for the procurement of data through transfer from agencies, analyzing records, and other sources.
  • Coordinate coding of data in preparation for computer processing; maintain liaison with University data processing and ensure quality control.
  • Assist with the writing of code books.
  • Coordinate the preparation of technical reports and analyses setting forth progress, adverse trends, and appropriate recommendations or conclusions.
  • Recommend new methods for documentation of data; write and revise procedural manuals as required.
  • Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Education/Training: Bachelor's degree in social science.

Experience: Experience with behavioral science research, and skills in writing SAS computer programs and code books.

Skills:

  • STATISTICAL REPORTING
  • STATISTICAL ANALYSIS
  • DATA ENTRY/CRT
  • EDITING/PROOFING
  • CORRESPONDENCE
  • SAS
  • PC--IBM & COMPATIBLE
  • DATA VERIFICATION
  • DATA CODING-GENERAL
  • DATA ANALYSIS
  • MICROSOFT WORD

Application Process:

If interested in applying for this position, please send a cover letter and resume to:
Barbara Pollock
Center for Child and Family Policy
Duke University
Box 90264
Durham, NC 27708-0264
919-681-1533 (fax)

posted by:
Elizabeth Glennie
Email:


Biostatistics JOB: Philadelphia area, PA and Kalamazoo, MI - USA

Prosoft Software Inc., a SAS Quality Partner and biostatistics consulting firm, has openings at its Philadelphia area and Kalamazoo, Michigan offices for Biostatisticians. Candidates will be responsible for writing statistical analysis plans, generating statistical tables and graphs, and writing statistical sections of clinical study reports.

The ideal candidate will have an M.S. in Statistics or Biostatistics with at least 2 years of clinical trials experience and proficiency in SAS, but candidates currently enrolled in a graduate program will be considered provided that they have SAS experience. Must have eligibility to work in the U.S. and good oral and written communication skills. Salary and compensation based on qualifications. Casual, friendly work environment.

Interested candidates should send their resumes to:
Dror Rom, Ph.D.
Prosoft Software Inc.
12 E. Butler Pike
Ambler, PA 19002
fax: 215-591-9011
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Rebecca Scherzer, MS
Prosoft Software Inc.
4341 S. Westnedge Ave., Ste. 2107
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
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Business Intelligence Openings at Loudcloud

Seeking bright individual for a SAS Engineer opening in the Business Intelligence Group at Loudcloud.

We are presently seeking a SAS Engineer with experience in several of the following:

SAS/BASE, SAS/GRAPH, SAS/MACRO, SAS/ODS, SAS/STAT, SAS/ACCESS,
Unix, shell scripting, SQL, and XML

to work on software development projects and to maintain mission critical servers. A bright person with solid experience in several of these will have the opportunity to expand their skill base and work in a variety of interesting projects. You will be developing and maintaining mission critical analytic applications with SAS as the core product. Most systems are strategic in nature and are delivered via our external, customer-facing Loudcloud portal (called myLoudcloud.)

For an informational newsclips about us, please see: http://www.loudcloud.com/news/releases.html . In short, we are revolutionizing the deployment and management of web infrastructure while focusing on providing outstanding customer support to all customers, pre and post-deployment.

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