Imaging Endpoints (IE) is an Imaging Technology and Imaging Clinical Research Organization (iCRO). We are passionately focused on our vision to Connect Imaging to the CureTM. Everything we do is aligned with this singular purpose. We work every day excited to advance imaging science, technology, and services to bring curative technologies to humankind. We have supported many of the most impactful new drug approvals in oncology, and we are seeking the most talented individuals globally that are passionate in their desire to assist us in our mission to customize each clinical trial's imaging to optimize the opportunity to demonstrate efficacy.
Imaging Endpoints is based in Scottsdale, Arizona, with offices in Cambridge, Massachusetts; London, UK; Leiden, Netherlands; Basel, Switzerland; Hyderabad, India and Shanghai, China. We are an affiliate of HonorHealth, one of the largest healthcare systems nationally, and Scottsdale Medical Imaging Limited (SMIL/RadPartners), the largest private radiology group in the United States. We are recognized as the world's largest and most preeminent iCRO in oncology.
The SAS Programmer II is responsible for developing and testing programs to generate high quality analysis results from clinical database sources. These datasets typically involve medical imaging assessments that contribute to primary analyses for clinical trials research. The incumbent works under the guidance of senior members of the Clinical Data Management team to support all aspects of clinical data analyses, including data reconciliation, quality control, edit checks, data listings, visualizations, and biostatistics.
SAS PROGRAMMER II
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Generate datasets, tables, listings, and figures according to project requirements using SAS
- Develop macros, templates and utilities for data cleaning and reporting
- Prepare study management, clinical and statistical summary reports
- Maintain high quality technical documentation
- Develop and validate code according to SOPs, industry best practices, and regulatory standards for clinical research
- Implement defensive programming tactics to avoid errors whenever possible
- Troubleshoot and de-bug programs
- Maintain version control on programs and scripts released into production
- Establish and follow standardized programming procedures and written work instructions
- Provide programming support for study team members from study startup to study end
- Participate in the design, development and support of clinical data management systems
- Proactively communicate progress updates on assigned projects to internal and external stakeholders as appropriate
- Participate in meetings, discussions, and briefings with upper-level management
- Plan and prioritize personal workload to meet specified completion dates
- Provide mentoring and training to other programmers and staff
- Promote awareness of emerging industry standards and best practices in clinical programming
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Life Science, or related field
- At least 3 years of prior experience with SAS programming
- At least 1 year of prior experience in a healthcare or clinical research environment
- Advanced SAS programming certification or demonstrated equivalent experience
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical development process, clinical research, clinical data management, and clinical information systems
- Experience working in regulated environment preferred
- Experience with CDISC implementation guidelines preferred
SKILLS
- Excellent oral and written English language skills
- Positive attitude, promoting a team spirit and professional environment
- Detail oriented with strong organizational and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of best practices pertaining to software life cycle methodologies, ICH-GCP, 21 CFR Part 11
- Knowledge of software version control practices for maintaining reusable code and shared programming projects over extended periods of time
- Ability to learn new systems and function in an evolving technical environment
- Ability to successfully work independently and together with international teams
IMAGING ENDPOINTS TEAM CHARACTERISTICS
- Passion to Connect Imaging to the CureTM and pursue a meaningful career by improving the lives of cancer patients through imaging
- Strong desire to be part of a dynamic, global team working closely together and growing year after year in a rewarding environment to help humanity through imaging
- Commitment and caring for our fellow team members, their families, and the communities IE serves - see more information about Caring Endpoints at https://caringendpoints.org/
- Integrity and high ethical standards; we always do the right thing
- High intellect and ingenuity; we enjoy solving problems, finding a better way, and the challenge of making a difference by improving lives
- Structured, organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated; we approach each day with a detailed plan and excitement to accomplish the day's objectives while striving to improve ourselves and IE
- Accountable; we do what we say and communicative effectively to meet deadlines; we enjoy advancing clinical trials, helping patients, and celebrating success
- High standard for excellence; we proof our own work, hold high standards for ourselves and our team, and always prioritize quality above all else
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, ability to adjust focus.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Up to 20% both domestic and international.
