> Dear Allstat,
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> Please find below our latest Biometrics vacancy: Excellent Salary and Benefits Package
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> My client is actively looking for a Manager of SAS Programming to be based in India ideally with 8-10 years SAS Programming experience in the pharmaceutical industry . You will be managing up to 10 people in the Biometrics Department
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> 1.	PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
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> *	This position supervises the analysis programming activities of the SAS Programmers based in India, with the aim of meeting US & EU Biostatistics departmental goals. The position involves functioning as a Senior SAS Programmer on projects as needed.  The Biostatistics Department is responsible for the statistical aspects of clinical trials, including experimental design, statistical analysis/programming, and reporting.
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> 2.	JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
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> *	Responsible for all clinical trial analysis programming activities of the SAS Programmers in India to meet US & EU Biostatistics departmental goals. Participate in software development as necessary. 
> *	Review and provide feedback on the design of data processing specifications and computer programming documentation for work to be undertaken by the Indian office. Serve as primary contact for US and EU Biostatistics requesting initial support for specific projects; Monitor the SAS programming workload, assignment of programming personnel and progress of all activities to assure timely and quality completion, and adherence to all company standards; Proactively investigate the status of all projects by communicating with US/EU staff on a regular basis; provide status reports as needed
> *	Resolve any time or quality issues voiced by US or EU Biostatistics 
> *	Recruits, hires and trains SAS programmers for Indian office
> *	Conducts performance reviews for key staff in India
> *	Responsible for programming staff utilization within India
> *	Coordinates the activities of US & EU Biostatistics departments that impact the Indian office, including the development and maintenance of SOPs, WPs and departmental macros.
> *	Maintain working knowledge of the different programming strategies/approaches used in three offices.
> *	Maintenance of professional currency through the investigation of new software and attendance and presentation at appropriate meetings and courses.
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> 3.	QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
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> *	B.Sc (Masters Preferred ) in one of the following fields: Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or relevant science with experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry.
> *	At least 5 years experience of processing clinical trial data using SAS. At least 5 years of management experience preferably associated within a programming environment and/or with formal drug submissions to regulatory agencies
> *	Sound knowledge of computer hardware, software, and data processing techniques.
> *	Strong skills in project management including time management, planning, problem solving, ability to interface with all levels and different cultures, both internally and externally are required.
> *	Required skills include: Proficient programming skills in SAS; Sound knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle and its application in a R&D environment; Ability to critically review data; Good oral and written communication skills; Good interpersonal skills and team player.
> *	Willingness to travel
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> For more information on this opportunity please forward a copy of your CV to review immediately.
> 
> Mark O> '> Brien
> Consultant ~ Clinical & Biometrics
> James Harvard Pharmaceutical Ltd
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> T. 020 7922 7106   M. 07921 176225     F. 020 7922 7101
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