Senior Statistical Programmer - Quantitative Health Sciences - Remote

Key Skills

Java Programming, Python Programming, C++, C Programming, SQL, Cloud computing, Scala Programming, Machine learning techniques, Data science techniques, MATLAB Programming, PyTorch, TensorFlow, R Programming

Job Description

Mayo Clinic is the nation's best hospital (U.S. News & World Report, 2022-2023) and ranked #1 in more specialties than any other care provider. We have a vast array of opportunities ranging from Nursing, Clinical, to Finance, IT, Administrative, Research and Support Services to name a few. Across all locations, you’ll find career opportunities that support diversity, equity and inclusion. At Mayo Clinic, we invest in you with opportunities for growth and development and our benefits and compensation package are highly competitive. We invite you to be a part of our team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and most importantly, a life-changing career!

Mayo Clinic offers a variety of employee benefits. For additional information please visit Mayo Clinic Benefits. Eligibility may vary.

Position description

As a Senior Statistical Programmer, the candidate will support oncology clinical trials, typically, Phase I and Phase II, in a variety of disease settings, as well as observational studies. We are seeking someone who has a strong understanding of research data and hands on experience in data manipulations, analysis and reporting of analysis results. Key roles and responsibilities include:

• Perform advanced SAS (and R) programming to support data collection, data management and monitoring, data analyses and reporting for clinical trial or observational studies in oncology
• Critically reviews requirements and data, contributes to identification of gaps, suggests solutions, and applies expertise to improve efficiency of programming tasks and/or improve overall quality of programming deliverables
• Develop reports & graphics for easier data review and visualization including developing programs
• Review clinical trial protocols, statistical analysis plans and/or other study documents for accuracy and quality
• Contribute to case report forms specifications to ensure critical data elements will be captured and collected appropriately
• Provide inputs to the development of electronic data capture (EDC) systems of clinical trials (e.g., REDCap or Medidata Rave), including, EDC design, edit checks and testing to ensure quality and efficiencies in support of study monitoring and analyses per protocol design.
• Work with study statisticians and/or faculty statisticians to support research activities needed for clinical trials and observational studies.
• Interact with various teams including Data Management, Operations, Study Developers, and Clinical & Regulatory staff supporting clinical trials.
• Perform tasks with strong problem-solving skills with high attention to detail focusing on delivering high quality results and ensuring data integrity by using advanced programming techniques and additional data sources to detect errors and inconsistencies; provides recommendations to resolve data issues.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and remotely as well as in a team environment

Qualifications

A minimum of a bachelor's degree with a major in statistics, biostatistics, bioinformatics, mathematics, computer science, data science or quantitative degree relevant to the current needs, along with a minimum of three years of applicable work experience.

Additional qualifications

Demonstrated experience in programming, data management, database and form development, and/or statistical and/or bioinformatics analysis. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with research systems, tools and applications; experience with SAS, R and/or Python is preferred. Ability to write custom, generalized software (R functions/libraries, SAS macros) is preferred. Applicable professional skills include organization, documentation, written and oral communication, and the ability to successfully manage multiple tasks with concurrent deadlines. A commitment to customer service with an attitude of owning the experience of each customer is required. Other instrumental attributes include logical and systematic thinking, basic knowledge of human physiology and/or medical terminology, and an interest in professional growth and continuing education. Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment is essential. Institutional knowledge is preferred. GPA of 3.0 or greater is preferred.

Exemption status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$70,907.20 - $106,267.20 / year; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours / Pay period

80

Schedule details

Monday-Friday; occasional evenings and weekends to meet deadlines.

Weekend schedule

As needed to meet deadlines.

Remote

Yes

International Assignment

No

Site description

Mayo Clinic is located in the heart of downtown Rochester, Minnesota, a vibrant, friendly city that provides a highly livable environment for more than 34,000 Mayo staff and students. The city is consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States because of its affordable cost of living, healthy lifestyle, excellent school systems and exceptionally high quality of life.