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Tuesday, December 18, 2007

Senior Analyst, Market Research Analytics - Takeda (Deerfield, IL)

Uniquely Takeda…it’s a commitment to helping people worldwide.

At Takeda, we’re building our company the right way by putting people first. It’s a commitment to the patients we serve and to the employees who share our passion for making a difference. We’re working together to improve life worldwide. And we’re inviting you to join us.

We have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Analyst, Market Research Analytics at our corporate headquarters in Deerfield, IL.

You will perform the following functions in this key role:

  • Serve as internal consultant to provide leadership in areas of critical business need, including project planning, meeting management, and presentation of analysis from secondary market data sources.
  • Work closely with brand teams, sales and finance to provide business critical insight and coordination of cross-functional teams.
  • Lead others in the performance of secondary market data analyses in the areas of market forecasting, segmentation, customer targeting and program ROI.
  • Lead the team development of a deep understanding of specific therapeutic areas including current and future market trends, and adds significant insights into future market direction.
  • Apply model building and coding skills to conduct various kinds of analysis on market dynamics such as resource allocation and forecasting using techniques such as optimization, regression, and Monte Carlo simulations.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines simultaneously.
  • Prepare and give presentations to senior management on matters concerning market planning and analysis, product selection, and changing business environment.
  • Ability to use market knowledge to guide senior teams' strategy.
  • Manage vendors on analytic plans, methodologies, and final deliverables.
  • Lead recruiting efforts for new analysts.
  • Responsible for mentoring associate analysts and providing performance feedback.

You must possess the following requirements and experience to succeed in this position:
  • Bachelor's degree in an analytical field such as statistics, operations research, management science, industrial engineering, economics, math, etc.
  • Minimum of 4 years market research or quantitative experience.
  • Complete understanding and application of quantitative principles, concepts, practices, and standards surrounding the use and manipulation of secondary market data sources.
  • Extensive knowledge of market research principles and practices including industry.
  • Project planning and management skills.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Vendor and budget management.
  • Basic people and team management skills including measuring and delivering performance feedback.
  • Ability to manage internal and external resources (people, information, technologies, time, and capital); allocate resources appropriately, given organization, group and individual goals and objectives to align with business goals.
  • Knowledge of coding techniques in SAS and VBA, and advanced Excel skills.
  • Proficient in one or more of MS Office, MS Access, VBA, SPSS, or SAS programming.

Email your resume to mflaskamp@tpna.com and start a quality career with Takeda!

We are an equal opportunity employer.
www.tpna.com
No Phone Calls or Recruiters Please.

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Saturday, December 15, 2007

DataShaping Job Alert - December 2007

About the DataShaping Network

Our network now consists of

  • DataShaping.com: Main site, meta job board, comprehensive job listing, resume listing, various other resources (salary surveys, job board directory, etc.)
  • AnalyticTalent.com: Our blog for job seekers, with featured job ads, monthly job alert
  • AnalyticBrain.com: Our blog for recruiters
  • AnalyticGroup.com: Google group where job seekers can subscribe to receive more frequent job alerts (daily or weekly). Featured job ads, and a few job ads submitted by recruiters and not available on DataShaping (job posting is free but moderated).
  • Other resources, such as our data mining meta directory or open book project.
Why choose DataShaping for your career search?
  • Many jobs from the hidden job market, thanks to our numerous contacts
  • Relevant job ads
  • Fresh job ads, very few duplicates, large spectrum of industries, companies and areas of expertise
  • Many job ads have a direct link (e-mail) to the hiring manager
  • Job alert sent once a month
  • Accepted resumes are published in nice HTML format, at no cost
What does Data Shaping mean?

 
The term was created in 1999 to fill a gap between data mining and statistics. Data shaping is about employing advanced statistical techniques to problems usually handled by computer scientists (machine learning, knowledge discovery, artificial intelligence, web mining). A data shaper is a true software engineer or computer scientist, and a true statistician at the same time, capable of extracting actionable information from large data sets, in production mode, to optimize business.

Data Shaping Certification

We will launch our certification program in 2008. Professionals with an approved resume will be able to display our logo with the mention Data Shaping Certified on their resume, at no cost. We will create a repository of certified professionals, accessible to employers. For a preview, click here.

Featured Jobs

More than 100 job ads have been added since our last job alert. More than 1,500 analytic job ads from hundreds of companies have been published in 2007.

Vincent Granville, Ph.D.
www.datashaping.com
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Monday, December 10, 2007

Database Analytics Consultant (Arlington, VA)

Join our dynamic company, a lead provider of litigation support services in the United States and abroad. Servicing over 1500 clients and corporations, including a majority of the AmLaw 200 index of top law firms in the U.S. ONSITE3 provides digital imaging, electronic data discovery, computer forensics, coding, litigation copying, digital and offset printing services.

Are You or Someone You Know Interested In An Excellent Opportunity?

ONSITE3 needs a Data Mining Analyst to work in our Arlington, VA location!

The Data Mining team plays an integral role within the organization. In this role, someone must be a proven problem solver and possess the keen ability to utilize cutting edge tools in data mining and analytics. Someone who is very experienced gathering, organizing and comparing information in preparation of discovery and pre-litigation.

Database Analytics Consultant

Responsibilities:

  • Filter the databases to target specific information
  • Create queries to generate pattern recognition results
  • Normalize data whenever necessary
  • Create database reports for logical output to attorneys
  • Design or customize components of the data mining software to perform the purported functions necessary for this project
  • Communication (verbal and written) to other consultants at ONSITE3 and potentially to our clients
  • Ability to mine and analyze transactional electronic data
  • Transform data from multiple platforms/environments into usable reports for a large scale litigation matter to allow decision making from the Attorneys

Experience
  • Minimum: Bachelor of Science in engineering, mathematics, or computer science
  • Minimum of 3-5 years in the following:
  • Experience with SQL, Oracle, Crystal Reports
  • Experience with Perl, VBScript, and PL/SQL a plus
  • Analytics/Problem solving experience a must
  • Data migration experience essential
  • Data warehousing/business intelligence experience a plus

Our company offers competitive salary, excellent benefits and unlimited potential for growth in a high-speed work environment. Onsite is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment therefore enforces a drug free workplace policy.

Send resume to: MDrummond [at] onss.com

URL: www.datashaping.com/jobs16636x.shtml
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Friday, December 07, 2007

Senior Executive, Data Analytics (New York, NY)

Company: global telephony/information services provider
Position: Senior Executive - Data Analytics
Location: New York

Key executive responsible for analyzing company-generated and third party data in order to identify new business opportunities for the company.

Responsibilities

  • Develop a world-class data analysis environment that ensures the attainment of corporate business objectives.
  • Develop a process by which all of the company-generated, and third party, data can be properly filtered and analyzed, so that new business opportunities can be identified, on a regional/ global basis.
  • Once a potential new business opportunity has been identified, the individual will promote it to whichever departments are most relevant. The individual should feel comfortable in championing and presenting their own findings and ideas.
  • Provide strong business leadership through collaboration with key executives, particularly the CEO Technology.
  • Enhancing a data-centric approach to new ideas. This will allow the company to create better, richer services that will further enhance current offerings.
  • The individual will help to shape the corporate strategy and focus.
  • Ideally, will identify several significant new business opportunities per quarter.
  • Provide input into the development of corporate strategy from a data analysis perspective.
  • Rapidly assimilate and comprehend the company's current product portfolio, architectural heritage, product development processes and its core IP.

Qualifications & Experience
  • Should have worked at a consumer focused company that leverages technology to enhance revenue streams
  • Ability to develop and prototype new services/products in support of strategy
  • Expertise with data warehousing, data mining and analytics. Expertise with SQL
  • Expertise with High Volume Data applications
  • Experience with multiple data formats (SMS, voice, etc.)
  • Experience with advertising relevancy / targeting engines
  • Experience/familiarity with website and Internet technologies
  • Experience deploying new consumer-based products via the internet and/or mobile networks
  • Understanding of and familiarity with voice recognition, text-to-speech and speech-to-text technologies

Skills & Personal Characteristics
  • Create an environment for innovation
  • Ensure employees feel "bought in" to the strategy
  • Highly creative; ability to understand how future technology trends can/will drive the business
  • Highlight problems quickly; identify potential solutions and present all options/recommendations
  • Develop a highly-collaborative environment where anyone (from all levels/departments) can present ideas
  • Ability to identify when decisions need to be made and then quickly executing against agreed upon strategy
  • Understanding of global strategy
  • First-rate technical skills must be combined with a sound understanding of business requirements. Candidates must display the intellectual stretch to understand each functional area from a business/customer perspective rather than just a technical perspective.
  • Be comfortable as an individual contributor (roll up his/ her sleeves) or managing a small, highly talented team
  • Will display a real hunger for success and will work with aggression, energy and an expectation that others will do the same.
  • Highly self-motivated and objective driven. Will demonstrate a hunger to win.
  • Relentless pursuit of hitting objectives
  • Sense of Urgency
  • Be willing to raise issues that impact business (productivity, efficiency, cost-management, strategy)
  • Champion change

Contact: Jim Frye. E-mail: jaf [at] execuseek.net

URL: www.datashaping.com/jobs16601x.shtml
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Chief Scientist for a Hot Online Advertising Company (Bay Area, CA)

OfferPal Media is a Web 2.0 online advertising start-up that provides an innovative online consumer acquisition service, on a pay-for-performance basis. OfferPal Media enables online merchants and advertisers to grow revenues, acquire quality customers and maximize brand reach through blogs, websites and social networks.

We are a fast growing startup company founded by successful serial entrepreneurs and funded by top-tier VCs. The company is still in stealth mode with a broader public launch planned for Q108.

Come join us and help us charter new territory in data science while changing the nature of online advertising! The Chief Scientist will be responsible for designing and developing state-of-the-art, data-driven exploratory system for deriving insights from massive amounts of data. End results include software that makes money and potentially publications. The Chief Scientist will work as part of a team to process data, code algorithms, conduct experiments and analyze and report results. We are looking for a:

  • A keen scientific mind with expertise in techniques for extracting insights from massive amounts of data.
  • A Ph.D. in machine learning with solid background in statistics is a plus.
  • The ability to use object oriented languages such as Java and/or scripting languages to manipulate data, develop and test algorithms is also required.

WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN US?

We offer a flexible, fun and friendly work environment and a great compensation package. We are passionate about providing a great experience to our consumers. We have created an environment where our talented and energetic team can excel and have fun doing it!

Contact: Naghi Prasad. E-mail: nprasad [at] myofferpal.com

URL: www.datashaping.com/jobs16602x.shtml
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Middle/Back Office Software Developer (New York, NY)

The D. E. Shaw group, a global investment and technology development firm, is looking for exceptional software developers to support its proprietary trading and asset management activities. In addition to having outstanding academic credentials and a deep knowledge of computer science, we're looking for individuals who can play a key role in the development of critical portfolio accounting, general ledger, workflow, and document management systems for a fund with approximately US $35 billion in aggregate capital. Promising candidates will have extensive experience with Java, Perl, and SQL; industry experience in a similar role is desirable but not required. Our company culture is focused but informal, which is reflected in our casual dress, relatively flat management structure, and flexible vacation policy, as well as in the high degree to which new employees work closely with senior staff on key initiatives. We strongly emphasize personal ownership of projects, and new hires are given substantial responsibility from their first day on the job. If you're interested in applying your intellect to challenging problems of software architecture and engineering in a stimulating, fast-paced environment, then we'd love to see your resume. To apply, e-mail your resume and a cover letter to DataShaping-MBOProg@career.deshaw.com.

Members of the D. E. Shaw group do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.

URL: www.datashaping.com/jobs16603x.shtml
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Quantitative Developer(New York, NY)

The D. E. Shaw group, a global investment and technology development firm with approximately US $35 billion in aggregate capital, is looking for top-notch, innovative quantitative developers to help create computationally intensive strategies for trading in securities markets around the globe. Quantitative developers bring exceptionally strong mathematical, analytical, and software development skills to bear on interesting and challenging problems in computational finance and automated securities trading, such as the implementation of statistical algorithms for time-series analysis, the creation of new analytics tools, and the development and analysis of statistical models for our computerized financial trading strategies. They also enjoy access to some of the most advanced computing resources in the world. Successful candidates have traditionally been the top students in their respective math, physics, engineering, and computer science programs and have extensive software development experience using C, C++, or Java. To apply, e-mail your resume and a cover letter to DataShaping-QuantProg@career.deshaw.com.

Members of the D. E. Shaw group do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.

URL: www.datashaping.com/jobs16604x.shtml
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Software Developer (New York, NY and Cupertino, CA)

The D. E. Shaw group is looking for top-notch, innovative software developers to help it expand its tech venture and proprietary trading activities. We’re a global investment and technology development firm with approximately US $35 billion in aggregate investment capital and a decidedly different approach to doing business. The application of advanced technology is an integral part of virtually everything we do, from developing computationally intensive strategies for trading in securities markets around the globe to designing a supercomputer intended to fundamentally transform the process of drug discovery. Developers at the firm work on a variety of interesting technical projects including real-time data analysis, distributed system development, and the creation of tools for mathematical modeling. They also enjoy access to some of the most advanced computing resources in the world. If you’re interested in applying your intellect to challenging problems of software architecture and engineering in a stimulating, fast-paced environment, then we’d love to see your resume.

To apply, e-mail your resume to DataShaping-Prog@career.deshaw.com.

Members of the D. E. Shaw group do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.


URL: www.datashaping.com/jobs16605x.shtml
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Quantitative Analyst(New York, NY and Cupertino, CA)

The D. E. Shaw group, a global investment and technology development firm with approximately US $35 billion in aggregate investment capital, is looking for exceptionally talented quantitative analysts. "Quants" at the D. E. Shaw group apply mathematical techniques and write software to develop and analyze statistical models for our computerized financial trading strategies. Specific responsibilities range from examining trading data in an effort to increase profitability, decrease risk, and reduce transaction costs to conceiving new trading ideas and devising the simulations needed to test them. Successful quant candidates have traditionally been the top students in their respective math, physics, engineering, and computer science programs; a considerable number have also competed successfully in the United States and International Math Olympiads as well as the Putnam Competition. To apply, e-mail your resume and a cover letter to DataShaping-Quant@career.deshaw.com.

Members of the D. E. Shaw group do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.


URL: www.datashaping.com/jobs16606x.shtml
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Friday, November 30, 2007

Chief Scientist (New York area, NY)

Opportunity

Chief Scientist. Competitive salary, incentive compensation, and equity in a well-financed and rapidly growing venture. PhD preferred. New York area.

Necessary Skill-sets

  • Algorithm design and construction
  • Experience working with sparse and noisy data
  • Statistical modeling and data mining
  • User modeling in a dynamic, changing system
  • Taxonomy construction

Problem Area

Our problem deals with users navigating the Internet space:

  1. The users: A user has a finite set of characteristics that are each binary in nature. The user pool approaches fifty million and will continue to grow. While we do not know the specific characteristic assignment of each user, we know the approximate distribution of each characteristic within the user pool at large.
  2. The world: The Internet is an ever-changing and dynamic system.
  3. Observable actions: We can view user behavior on the Internet through click-stream data, but we are limited to an incomplete view for specific domains only.
  4. The test set: We have a test dataset containing both the characteristics of each user as well as a complete view of each user’s click-stream behavior.

Question: How do we return the X users most likely to have a particular characteristic, where X must exceed 2 million?

Orientation

Given the specific nature of the problem, a Chief Scientist would need direct experience in the online world.

Due to high market demand for our capability, the Chief Scientist will need to have an orientation towards implementation, not long-term theoretical research.

Contact Information

Please send CV to: chief.scientist.search [at] gmail.com

URL: www.datashaping.com/jobs16567x.shtml
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Risk Analyst, Lending (Vienna, VA

Reports to: Manager, Credit Processing-Lending

Position Description

To analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of financial services programs and business products and model and forecast financial aspects of the portfolios, with particular emphasis on portfolio pricing strategies related to credit risk and financial returns. To analyze and develop new and existing automated systems. To research and analyze work processes, production statistics, and market data. To coordinate operational actions that cross division lines

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Your success with attaining and performing the required skills and abilities will be enhanced if they consist the following:

  • Technical experience with emphasis on and demonstrated skill in the creation and maintenance of automated processing systems
  • Skill in interpreting regulations, specification, instruction, procedures, and policies
  • Highly effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills that demonstrate the ability to present findings and conclusions clearly and concisely
  • Ability to interact with all levels of management and staff as well as external entities such as auditors and vendors
  • Ability to work independently and in a collaborative environment
  • Ability to work on multiple tasks, exercise independent judgment and initiative
  • Working knowledge/experience with spreadsheet, graphics, database, and word processing application: i.e. Access
  • Experience in Credit Policy and Credit Risk management across the life cycle of the lending process
  • Proficiency in the application of strong research, quantitative analysis, and problem solving skills
  • Proficiency in statistical methods, mathematical techniques, and related analytical tools including forecasting and cost-benefit analysis
  • Extensive experience managing projects which involve organization, holding strategy and status meetings, planning and directing the work of participants

Additional Expertise

You are strongly encouraged to submit your credentials should you also possess:

  • College degree in Business Administration, Management, Statistics, or related field
  • Experience with credit union business to include an understanding of member service

How to be considered

To express your interest in this dynamic opportunity, please forward a synopsis of your credentials to www.navyfcu.org. If you have questions related to this position, feel free to contact Maria, Recruitment Specialist, to discuss at 703-206-3453 (e-mail: maria@datashaping.com). For additional information about Navy Federal Credit Union please visit: www.navyfcu.org.

URL: www.datashaping.com/jobs16566x.shtml
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Thursday, November 29, 2007

Reinsurance Actuarial Analyst (Bermuda)

The D. E. Shaw group seeks a talented individual to join its reinsurance business in Bermuda. The Reinsurance Actuarial Analyst will play an integral role in establishing and growing the reinsurance strategy and will be involved in quantitative data analysis and model development.

Responsibilities:

  • model expected profitability and risk on a per-contract and portfolio basis, using a combination of vendor and proprietary tools and techniques
  • assist underwriting team with pricing and risk analyses for submissions
  • maintain overall data integrity for the business
  • work with counterparties and vendors to validate model assumptions and inputs
  • contribute to ongoing development of analytical tools General Qualifications:
  • thorough understanding of probabilistic and statistical concepts and reasoning used in risk analysis for reinsurance
  • undergraduate degree in mathematics, statistics, or another quantitative field
  • proven ability to work independently
  • excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail

The successful candidate will also fulfill two of the following three qualifications:
  • part-qualified actuary designation
  • minimum three years of reinsurance industry experience
  • minimum two years of experience using RMS or AIR software for catastrophe modeling

Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to
DataShaping-Actuary@career.deshaw.com.

The D. E. Shaw group is a New York-based global investment and technology development firm with approximately $35 billion in aggregate capital (as of November 1, 2007), an international reputation for financial innovation and technological leadership, and offices in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Members of the D. E. Shaw group do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.

URL: www.datashaping.com/jobs16561x.shtml
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Monday, November 26, 2007

Internet E-Marketing Analyst (Memphis, TN)

Our organization is expanding so that we can expand our reach.

It's a great feeling to know that you're helping children around the world. But in order to do so, you need the right resources. That's why ALSAC/St. Jude is expanding out staff. As the fundraising arm of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, we are proud to be doing our part in the effort to fight life-threatening children's diseases around the world. It's a challenge we can only meet with the help of passionate people like you. People who know that dividends add up to something big. Something that can't be found elsewhere: a better life for kids. And a more satisfying career experience for you.

Internet E-Marketing Analyst

Responsible for specifying, gathering, analyzing, and reporting all metrics related to Internet initiatives including revenue, CPA, CPC, CTR, ROI, open rates, conversion rates, and Web behavior on all the entire Internet portfolio of sites and campaigns.

Bachelor's degree and four years of Internet campaign management, including two years in a lead role required. Master's degree in related discipline is preferred. Hands-on Web analytics and multichannel campaign planning, execution and reporting on a national level a must. Requires rigorous testing online using email and banner advertisements for acquisition and cultivation campaigns on a national level. Knowledge of the Internet and Internet products including search tools, search providers, search tracking software, Web analytics, Web trends and Pilot and multimedia essential. Complete proficiency with Microsoft Office with Excel mastery and Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, and VISIO required. Experience using Adobe PhotoShop, Microsoft FrontPage 2000, HTML and visual HTML tools like Dreamweaver or FrontPage knowledge a plus. Data warehouse tools preferred (ex. Business Objects). Excellent communications skills, including grammar and writing ability, a must. Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with rapidly changing technology is essential. Must be willing to adapt to new software packages and assist in department training. Ability to get results in an ambiguous environment is critical to success. Knowledge of Vignette content management and Dialog desired. Must possess a valid driver's license.

Along with the potential to enjoy a more fulfilling career, we offer competitive pay and benefits, the resources to do the best possible work and the stability of a high-growth industry. Visit www.stjude.org to learn more about the requirements for this position and how you can help us to achieve our mission. For consideration, please forward your resume and salary requirements, indicating Reference Code: ANAINTEMRKT to: ALSAC/St. Jude, Attn: ALSAC Recruiter, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Fax: (901)-578-2807; E-mail: alsac.recruiter@stjude.org. Employment is contingent upon successful drug screen and background investigations, including criminal, credit and driving.

www.stjude.org
An Equal Opportunity Employer

URL: www.datashaping.com/jobs16556x.shtml
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Friday, November 23, 2007

Recruiter Update from DataShaping

New Offer

We are offering a 15-day extension to any job ad submitted to us before December 15. Any job ad purchased before December 15 will automatically get listed for 75 days, instead of 60 days.

Resume Database

We have added 17 resumes over the last week, many with a Ph.D. in a quantitative field, bringing the total to 221. Our resume spreadsheet has been upgraded and now has clickable links to individual resumes. Finally, we have published instructions on how to use our resume database.

A few Statistics

  • Our job e-mail alert is now sent to 7,700 subscribers.
  • Our Stat Jobs Google group has now 215 members. Job ads can be e-mailed to statjobs@googlegroups.com (include the job title in the subject line; job ads subject to approval).
  • Our LinkedIn group has more than 500 members. Click here if you want to join.
  • DataShaping gets an average of 15,000 visits per month. In addition to DataShaping.com, we have a few other web properties where featured job ads are listed. We have just created a new SAS blog. More on this in the next edition.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.


Vincent Granville, Ph.D.
www.datashaping.com
Leading Analytical Job Board
Bridging Candidates and Recruiters

Wednesday, November 21, 2007

SAS Jobs Blog

The SAS jobs blog features SAS jobs from the datashaping network. It features pharmaceutical, finance, Internet and IT jobs requiring statistical and / or SAS programming skills: SAS base, SAS sql, SAS macros, SAS stat, SAS access, SAS enterprise miner, SAS graphics, etc. Includes full time and contract positions in US and Europe, internships and freelance telecommuting positions and consulting.

Thursday, November 15, 2007

Donor Care Workforce Analyst (Memphis, TN)

We're increasing our staff so that we can increase our contribution. Knowing that you've made a difference in life of a child is inspiring. It motivates you to go farther. And do more. The way it motivates ALSAC/St. Jude. As the fundraising arm of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, we ensure the continuation of world-class research in the treatment of life-threatening children's diseases. But the need for more research keeps expanding. So we're expanding with it by seeking out extraordinary individuals like you. Individuals who can help us make an even greater contribution. And understand that the best rewards are smiling faces and tears of joy.

DONOR CARE WORKFORCE ANALYST

Responsible for analysis and review of all Donor Care workforce needs, including but not limited to forecasting trends, staffing levels and skill sets needed to meet service level goals. Analyzes processes, trends, historical data and recommends and/or implements change as needed. Works with the Donor Care management team to ensure optimum staff utilization and use of resources at all times. Acts as liaison between Donor Care departments and ALSAC marketing departments to ensure adequate staff levels are maintained to support new projects. Monitors division’s Enterprise Wide Objectives and works with Strategic Planning office to ensure deadlines and compliancy are met.

Bachelor's degree and 1-3 years experience in workforce planning required. Must possess thorough knowledge of workforce planning best practices and proficiency in the use of workforce planning tools such as IEX, Blue Pumpkin, Aspect eWorkforce or other form of workforce planning software. Requires proven ability to analyze data, evaluate potential problems/opportunities and recommend sound solutions; understand difficult verbal or written instructions; strong technical skills and understanding of data entry and call center/customer service environments. Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills; networking skills; strong attention to detail; ability to work effectively in a constantly changing environment; ability to assume a leadership role and make strong recommendations for change. General understanding of Team Approach or similar database is preferred. Must possess a valid driver's license.

Experience the many rewards of a great career with ALSAC/St. Jude today. We offer competitive pay and benefits, the resources to do the best possible work and the stability of a high-growth industry. Visit www.stjude.org to learn more about the requirements for this position and how you can help us to achieve our mission. For consideration, please forward your resume and salary history and requirements, indicating Reference Code ANADNRCAREWFLM to: ALSAC/St. Jude, Attn: ALSAC Recruiter, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Fax: 901-578-2807; E-mail: alsac.recruiter@stjude.org. Employment is contingent upon successful drug screen and background investigations, including credit, criminal and driving.

www.stjude.org
An Equal Opportunity Employer

URL: www.datashaping.com/jobs16491x.shtml
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Monday, November 12, 2007

Job E-mail Alert - November 2007

New Career Resources
  • Our job alert newsletter is now sent in HTML format, and published on our blog at statjobs.blogspot.com. If you have any problems reading it, please contact us.
  • Who is visiting the DataShaping network? What are our demographics? To find out, click here.
  • Visit our Google group to discover unpublished opportunities: you can select daily, weekly or monthly e-mail updates. URL: groups.google.com/group/statjobs. We also have a blog featuring our best job ads. URL: statjobs.blogspot.com.
  • More than 100 job ads have been added on DataShaping since our last edition.
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Thursday, November 08, 2007

Investment Data Analyst (Baltimore, MD)

Primary Purpose of the Position

Working independently and on teams and committees, this position is responsible for providing front office investment support for Portfolio Managers, Analysts, and Traders. In addition, the incumbent must maintain good working relationships with Front Office Investment clients and TRPA staff. Works closely with quantitative analysts, portfolio managers, investment analysts, and traders to investigate, design, automate or enhance investment processes and applications and to ensure that Fixed Income systems, databases, internal workflows and vendors evolve to appropriately keep pace with internal and external reporting needs for core and analytic data at security, portfolio, product and sector levels.

Principal Responsibilities

  • Investigates new products/vendors to automate and streamline workflow and data processes for investment associates -Portfolio Managers, Analysts, and Traders.
  • Works closely with quantitative analyst, portfolio managers, investment analyst, and traders to develop analytical systems/reports to be used by the investment associates for investment management/decision support. Takes the lead on coordinating and executing required systems testing for enhancements and upgrades; partners with TRPIT and HiNet developers to ensure complete, efficient connectivity between all relevant systems.
  • Designs, plans, and develops solutions that automate and streamline processes for Investment Associates.
  • Seeks creative solutions to business problems. Investigates/researches integration of new products into/with full array of analytical systems (Salomon Yield Book, Vision, Lehman Point, Perform, Wilshire Axiom, etc.) that assist the Investment process; provides system administration support for ancillary and primary analytical tools (SYB, Point, Perform, etc.)
  • Manages large data sets and resolves research data issues. Ensures data integrity, maintains data quality, resolves data discrepancies and identifies "gold standard" sources of information. Networks with appropriate upstream and downstream customers, vendors, service teams and developers to ensure data errors are resolved and processes are revised in order to mitigate risk of repeat issues; may also represent Investment Staff by serving on committees and project teams (e.g., MIDR Data Policy Committee) for evolving data needs and reporting along with impacts of regulatory changes.

Qualifications
  • College degree and 4 yrs related work experience required
  • Financial Industry experience
  • Detail oriented
  • Technical background / Strong design skills
  • Ability to handle multiple task
  • Substantial technical or statistical programming skills, with demonstrable ability to employ those skills to solve complex modeling challenges in a limited time. Experience with Matlab and/or Splus is an advantage, as is knowledge of database management systems.
  • Ability to master complex tasks with minimal supervision

Experience with:
  • SAS and SQL required
  • Java, C++, Object Oriented Programming/Design desired
  • Integrating Products
  • Perl
  • CGI programming
  • HTML
  • Unix Skills a must
  • Self starter requiring minimum supervision
  • Splus knowledge
  • Vision Database Knowledge desirable

T Rowe Price is an Equal Opportunity Employer

E-mail your resume with cover letter to Karen_Robinson@troweprice.com

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Senior SQL Server Database Developer & Administrator (Los Angeles, CA)

We are seeking a senior level SQL Server Database Engineer & Administrator with a proven track record in building inspired solutions, in a fast paced startup environment. Initially work will involve more DB Development, and over time will include more Administration. You?ll build database systems to support large web-based applications, processing immense amounts of data rapidly on a high-availability platform. Our system is built around proprietary data processing methods, and that is where your large scale and complex system experience will be critical.

Required Skills/Attributes:

  • Experience with very large database systems (tables with millions of rows, and/or table partitioning)
  • Working knowledge of SQL Server 2005, and expertise with either SQL Server 2005 or 2000
  • Transact-SQL programming: creation/modification/optimization of procedures, views, and functions
  • Performance Tuning (of queries, database state analysis, and data import/export)
  • Good understanding of general Operating Systems concepts, particularly diagnostics ? i.e. able to resolve memory and/or file system problems due to high-volume conditions
  • Very good understanding of ETL: parsing and data transformation issues
  • .NET/C# Experience
  • Significant hands on experience programming in at least one language (C#, C++, C, Perl, Python or Java)
  • Passionate about SQL Server
  • BS/BA, advanced degrees a plus, but production industry experience is preferred.

Desired Skills/Attributes:
  • Prior experience specifically with import/export of very large files (DTS/bulk inserting of files > 2GB)
  • Excellent relational design skills for schema redesigns
  • Experience with multiple, redundant databases and third-party source control management of DDL
  • Solid strategies for backups and data integrity preservation
  • Computer Science, Math, Physics or Engineering background
  • Interest in Statistics
  • Knowledge of Internet Advertising

Application Instructions:

Please email your resume as an attachment to jobs@authenticlick.net. If you wish to enclose a cover letter, please include it in the body of your email message. Please include the Title in the subject line of the email.

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Tuesday, November 06, 2007

Sr. Ecommerce Business Analyst (Redmond, OR)

Description

POSITION: Sr. Ecommerce Business Analyst
COMPANY: Altrec.com
LOCATION: Redmond, OR (near Bend)

DESCRIPTION:

Altrec.com, a leading e-commerce retailer of performance outdoor gear and clothing, is seeking to add an experienced Sr. Ecommerce Business/Marketing Analyst to our growing team. We are a fast-paced organization, focused on exceeding the expectations of our customers. The business was established in 1997 and has positioned itself as a leader in innovation in the outdoor online market. The company is committed to long term positive impacts in the outdoor lives of both our consumers and staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop eCommerce enhancement plans from careful study of analytics, consumer data, and extensive research.
  • Facilitate a complete enhancement of e-commerce engine thru:
    • click stream analysis
    • on site search
    • working closely with UX Specialist
    • on site search
    • development of repeat customer business
    • site performance-general stats (i.e. visitor info, sales, etc)
    • customer funnel analysis
    • category and merchandise performance (top/bottom categories, products, brands, etc.)
    • ongoing improvement of taxonomy structures
    • identify most compelling ad imagery & copy
    • category ad click-thru analysis
    • home page & landing page features, site ads, promotions, space allocation, traffic analysis
    • website user behavior
  • Drive initiatives for improving site conversion rates.
  • Develop extensive business rules for ongoing promotions.
  • Collaborate with peers to ensure consistency of information, methodologies and reports; share best practices and develop systems knowledge.

REQUIREMENTS:
  • 6+ years ecommerce/web management experience.
  • Ability to strategically interpret data and successful develop recommendations.
  • Strong ecommerce and marketing skills - demonstrated ability to develop and manage cross-functional programs and deliver online revenue growth.
  • Proven success in developing promotions for relationship marketing, direct marketing, and e-marketing business practices, preferably in a retail environment.
  • Passion for influencing consumer behavior
  • Experience with web analytics tools like Core Metrics, Webtrends, Webside Story, and/or Omniture etc….
  • CRM software experience preferred.
  • Bachelor’s degree in related field.
  • Exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership abilities.

How to Apply: Send a resume and cover letter to jobs@altrec.com

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Manager Pricing & Portfolio Analysis (Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada)

Moneris’ vision:

To be the leading provider of high-value innovative payment solutions. As Canada’s largest provider of payment processing solutions, Moneris offers innovative payment services for over 350,000 merchants in every industry segment. Moneris provides the hardware, software and systems needed to improve business efficiencies and manage point-of-sale transactions.

Why work at Moneris?

We offer an innovative, high growth, fast-paced environment which can help you develop and prosper in your career. We offer an attractive Total Rewards compensation and benefits package that rewards excellence and retains top performers.

What Moneris offers you?

We will continually invest in the people and technologies that drive cost efficiencies and provide superior payment solutions to our customers. With that in mind, we strive to keep our employees challenged, satisfied and confident which contributes to the overall success of Moneris.

Are you ready for the Moneris difference? We are looking for you to:

  • Join a dynamic work environment
  • Apply your creativity
  • Work for a company that operates with integrity
  • Be challenged
  • Work in a team-focused environment
  • Have Fun

Job Title: Manager, Pricing and Portfolio Analysis

Position mandate:

The Manager, Pricing and Portfolio Analysis is responsible for analysing the Moneris portfolio of merchants and establishing pricing policies that maximise revenue, and minimise spread erosion and attrition.

Some of the key activities are (but are not limited to):

  • Responsible for understanding and analyzing the existing Moneris merchant portfolio to support the development of our market strategy, including segment level analysis of; contribution, penetration, growth, profitability, and pricing sensitivity
  • Responsible for devising and managing pricing policies for the small business portfolio that balances new business acquisition with maintenance of existing margins
  • Responsible for identifying and capitalising on opportunities for strategic price increases
  • Responsible for acting as consultant to IB Sales to develop for the retention and acquisition of key accounts
  • Responsible for developing sales and revenue forecasts and provide informed reporting on key performance measures, indicating trends and making recommendations for improvement
  • Responsible for analysing market share and market opportunity versus the existing Moneris merchant portfolio
  • Development and management of the Pricing and Portfolio Analysis annual business plans in support of the Marketing annual, mid and long term business plans
  • Manage direct reports by establishing formalized goals, monitoring objectives and evaluating performance on a quarterly basis and while ensuring opportunities for growth and learning
  • Responsible for establishing and managing business relationships with card associations for the purpose of enriching our sources of data and establishing our market share

Requirements:
  • Bachelors Degree in Commerce or Marketing; MBA preferred
  • 5 years experience in Marketing, with preferred specific experience in pricing analysis, portfolio analysis and market research
  • Experience within payments industry preferred.
  • Experience in market research is beneficial

Must have skills/attributes:
  • Excellent communication skills and networking abilities with internal and external contacts
  • Possess high level of initiative and be able to put forward opinions on improving market opportunities and driving margin
  • Strong business acumen with analytical ability to assess the business and drive the organization forward.
  • Ability to apply strategic thinking to business issues and drive results.
  • Proven ability to influence and collaborate in a matrix organization Special Conditions: This is a full–time, permanent role based at our Head Office at 3300 Bloor Street West in Etobicoke, Ontario.

To Apply:

If you are interested, please go to www.moneris.com, click on the "Employment" tab and apply to Job # J1107-0180.


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Friday, November 02, 2007

Analytics Engineer, Operations Algorithms and Analytics - Netflix (Sunnyvale, CA)

Position: Analytics Engineer, Operations Algorithms and Analytics - 1787
Location: Sunnyvale, CA

The Company:

Netflix, Inc. (Nasdaq: NFLX) is the world's largest online movie rental service, providing more than six million subscribers access to more than 85,000 DVD titles. The company offers a variety of subscription plans, starting at $4.99 a month. There are no due dates, no late fees and no shipping fees. DVDs are delivered for free by the USPS from regional shipping centers located throughout the United States. Netflix can reach more than 90 percent of its subscribers with generally one business-day delivery. Netflix offers personalized movie recommendations to its members and has more than one billion movie ratings. Netflix also allows members to share and recommend movies to one another through its Friends® feature. For more information, visit www.netflix.com.

The Role:

Operations Algorithms and Analytics team is responsible for developing and supporting key algorithms that lead to the efficient delivery of millions of DVDs each week from multiple shipping centers. The analytics engineer will be working as a key member of this small, highly-visible group focused on maximizing service levels to our customers at minimal cost.

This multi-faceted role is part backend systems development, part scientific computing. This position will challenge you not only to handle large data sets with ease, but also to develop sophisticated statistically-based predictive systems built around this data.

The specific individual responsibilities will include working with the Director of Algorithms and Analytics in identifying key areas throughout Operations that invite sophisticated and creative uses of analytical methods.

The developer will be expected to be self-guided and to be genuinely curious about what makes things tick. There are a lot of unanswered questions here and the developer is expected not only to find them -- we expect you to answer them, to communicate them, and ultimately lead efforts to address them. We are after a real renaissance person here.

Experience & Competencies:

Required:

  • Excellent verbal and written communications.
  • 7 or more years in a technical role with emphasis placed on software development and handling of large data sets.
  • Experience designing and developing software using Java, SQL and PL/SQL.
  • 5 or more years developing software using an Oracle 8i / 9i / 10g database(s).
  • Solid knowledge of software development processes.
  • Ability to document complex technical concepts.

Nice To Have:
  • Academic or professional experience in statistics, mathematics, computer science, operations research or related engineering fields.
  • Experience using statistical/mathematical software tools such as SAS, R, Matlab, etc.
  • Project management experience.
  • Prior experience with fast moving E-Commerce companies.

Characteristics of Success at Netflix:
  • Strong customer orientation, both internally and externally.
  • Strategic thinking both technically and business wise.
  • Creative and solutions oriented thinking.
  • Ability to execute successfully on business strategy.
  • Hands-on work style.
  • Self motivated / self starter.
  • Personal drive to achieve world class software development.
  • Desire to work in a fast paced, evolving, growing, dynamic environment.
  • Ability to work in a team environment without letting your ego gets in the way.
  • Love of technical challenges and the sense of pride it brings to solve them.
  • High level of integrity and ethics.

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Monday, October 29, 2007

Assistant Product Manager - Travelers (Hartford, CT)

At Travelers, we’re interested in building a force of talent. A workforce of top achievers committed to the company’s success – and theirs. We are one of the leading insurance companies in the United States, driving to be the best – a force to be reckoned with.

Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy with unlimited rewards if you are driven and passionate about what you do.

The Assistant Product Manager/Market Director works across the Travelers Companies to develop the most effective pricing plans for the territory they cover. The “MD” is also very technically oriented and has a strong foundation in math and statistics. As the “owner” of initiatives, s/he also has strong leadership skills, including influencing skills, management experience and presentation abilities. Market Directors most often come from our competitors. However, we do hire from other industries, and the military, when we find professionals with the right qualities.

What we are looking for:

This Director-level position will develop and implement Pricing, Filing, and Product strategies. This position will be responsible for the following:

  • Leadership of the development and communication of national strategy and business plan.
  • Superior technical consultation on products and underwriting issues.
  • Effective management of resources to respond to customer needs.
  • Project management for national and state product development.
  • Analysis of competitor and industry data, production costs, loss data, competitive positions, underwriting/marketing programs, claim data.
  • Response to and coordination of state insurance and department inquiries.
  • Collaboration with regional marketing team, travel the territory and build expertise in assigned states.
  • Development of pro forma cost benefit analysis.
  • Recommend improvements to pricing policies, procedures and workflow.

Qualifications:
  • Ability to develop solid knowledge of Personal Insurance products and systems.
  • Global understanding of competitive analysis tools, how to extract and analyze data and forecast financials.
  • Draws conclusions from Travelers and industry management information (M.I.) and makes strategic changes.
  • Improves workflow, M.I. communication and handoffs with claim, business centers, call centers, and I.T.
  • Self-directed with the potential to coach and mentor others.
  • Solid knowledge of Excel, Access, and Word.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.

E-mail cover letter and resume to SALLMEND@travelers.com

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Saturday, October 27, 2007

Chief Technology Officer (San Mateo, CA)



Vendio Services Inc. is the largest provider of online sales management and merchandising services for small to medium size businesses. Vendio is also the company behind Dealio, the Internet's newest and most innovative online comparison shopping destination. We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced Chief Technology Officer to lead our technology and engineering team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Define and execute the technical vision and IT strategy in alignment with the broader corporate objectives.
  • Manage the diverse offshore and onshore engineering and QA teams in San Mateo, Bangalore and Bucharest.
  • Work with Product Management to define, prioritize, and execute the product and engineering roadmap.
  • Oversee product deliverables, releases and schedules.
  • Manage teams and define processes to ensure stable software and a high quality of product.
  • Work with technical operations in architecting and ensuring that the deployment is scalable, redundant and monitored.
  • Work with vendors on key software evaluations and purchases.
  • Work closely with technical teams of partners like eBay, Amazon.com and Google to ensure optimal integration strategies.
  • Identify and extract patentable work, work with engineers and legal to file patents.
  • Participate in and contribute to high level strategic discussions as a key member of the executive staff.

Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, education, experience and ability required.

  • Must have 10+ years technology experience with at least 5 years in a senior executive role (CTO or V.P. Engineering)
  • MS in Computer Science (or related field)
  • At least 5 years experience in the online search, e-commerce or other high transaction consumer business.
  • Must have managed offshore teams
  • Must have experience measuring and a successful track record of driving productivity gains.
  • Must have experience implementing and managing agile development methodologies.
  • Demonstrable problem solving skills – ability to solve complex problems in the face of time pressure and resource constraints
  • Experience and understanding in data mining, information retrieval and data analytics technologies will be given special consideration
  • Must have significant technical experience in:

    • Building highly scalable applications in J2EE, LAMP (Linux/Apache/MySQL/PHP/Perl) or equivalent technologies
    • Databases like MySQL and Oracle, the SQL and PL/SQL languages
    • Programming languages/environments like Java, C++, PHP, Ajax
    • Application servers like WebLogic, WebSphere, Tomcat or equivalent

  • Attention to detail and commitment to quality
  • Ability to work in a fast-changing dynamic startup environment
  • Must be a team player
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.

Vendio Services Inc. offers a positive work environment with a strong team of talented and dedicated people; an opportunity to grow in experience and responsibility; and the opportunity to provide input in company and product strategy.

Vendio offers:

  • Very competitive compensation
  • Medical with choice of PPO or HMO plans
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • 401(k) Investment Plan
  • Pre-IPO stock options
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Mgr/Sr. Mgr Risk Management - American Express (Phoenix, AZ)

Description

BE EXTRAORDINARY…WITH AMERICAN EXPRESS!

Mgr/Sr. Mgr Risk Management Req#90221BR Location: Phoenix, AZ

The incumbent will be responsible for analyzing, predicting and preventing fraud on card acquisitions. This includes in-depth analysis of current fraud trends, completing "root-cause" analysis, building statistical models to detect fraud, building/tracking key metrics, and designing/implementing fraud risk mitigating strategies, initiatives and projects. The incumbent will also collaborate with Fraud Operations, Credit Risk, Security, Establishment Services, Technologies and other teams.

Requirements

The incumbent must possess excellent analytical, relationship and project management skills and strong strategic thinking, and be able to work proactively and independently to drive results. The ability to influence others, be creative and manage multiple concurrent projects in a dynamic environment is essential. A willingness to take calculated risks to achieve goals is also necessary. SAS or SQL experience is highly desired. Masters or Ph.D degree in Statistics, Economics, or related fields required.

Note: Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.

About American Express

Our misson at American Express is to be the world's most respected service brand. We're committed to making a positive contribution to our customers' lives by delivering outstanding products and premier service.

Our employees work together as a team to meet the needs of American Express customers and grow our business. In turn, we value our employees, encourage their career development and reward their performance. People from many backgrounds and cultures have joined together to become our talented team of professionals.

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Manager, Biometrics (CA)

We are currently seeking, a motivated candidate to become a part of the growing Biometrics (Biostatistics, Statistical Programming, and Clinical Data Management) team.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in strategic planning and develop optimal clinical development plans with cross-functional drug development teams • Responsible for writing statistical methodology section of the protocol, including sample size calculation • Responsible for writing statistical analysis plans (including mockup TLFs) for individual studies and ISS/ISE • Plan regulatory filings and ensure a timely submission with efficiency and accuracy in regulatory filing activities • Direct the activities of internal and external statistical programmers, to ensure the intended analyses are performed, and analysis data sets and their specifications are in place.. • Review, and comment on CRFs, annotated CRFs, and edit checks documents. • Participate in operations meetings and address issues related to biostatistics. • Support and participate in the preparation of study reports, regulatory submissions, and annual IND safety update reports (including review and comment on draft version of TLFs). • Perform additional analysis and data validation. • Develop and contribute to Biometrics SOPs and working documents related to EDC studies, FDA requests, independent validation, and general statistical programming processes.

NOTES: Employer will assist with relocation costs

Requirements

Qualifications: • Masters degree in biostatistics with a minimum of 8 years experience in the pharmaceutical industry. • Ability to communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary project team to assess priorities and complete assigned tasks on time. • Experience in Biostatistics & SAS programming in a regulated clinical research environment • Experience in organizing regulatory submissions, • Experience in BLA, NDA/s NDA submissions. • Strong leadership skills and team work spirit. • Experience in the oncology/cardiovascular therapeutic area.

Now is the perfect time for you to consider a move to Cytokinetics where you can put all of your skills to maximum use. You will enjoy a truly unique culture as well as a competitive benefits program.

Please visit our website at: www.cytokinetics.com. Cytokinetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Cytokinetics, Inc.

Cytokinetics, Inc. is a leading biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development and commercialization of novel small molecule drugs that specifically target the cytoskeleton. The cytoskeleton is a complex biological infrastructure that plays a fundamental role within every human cell. A number of commonly used drugs and a growing body of research validate the role that the cytoskeleton plays in a wide array of human diseases. Our focus on the cytoskeleton enables us to develop novel and potentially safer and more effective classes of drugs directed at treatments for cancer, cardiovascular disease and other diseases.

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Ph.D. or Master's level statisticians - Batelle (Columbus, OH)

Battelle is a world leader in science and technology research. Our Statistics and Information Analysis (SIA) group specializes in providing support to environmental, health, transportation, engineering, and defense research projects. SIA is seeking statisticians in the Columbus, OH area for full-time, regular shift work. Compensation will be based on qualifications and experience. A full benefits package will be provided. Relocation support is available.

The selected candidate will work at Battelle’s corporate headquarters in Columbus, Ohio. Minimal travel is expected. Primary job responsibilities will include:

  • Help solve problems using statistics, computer, and people skills. Achieve high technical quality in assigned projects.
  • Organize and analyze data. Prepare charts, graphs, and tables to present data.
  • Assist with the preparation of written reports of results and contribute to sections of research reports and proposals.
  • Maintain both formal and informal communications and good relationships with internal clients.

This position offers potential for advancement based on demonstrated achievement.

Candidate resumes must demonstrate the following minimum requirements in order to be forwarded for consideration:

  • Master’s degree or higher in statistics with expertise in statistical design and analysis techniques
  • Course work in regression, ANOVA, and experimental design
  • Experience with PCs and statistical software packages such as SAS, R, or S-PLUS

Additional selection criteria will include the abilities to demonstrate outstanding initiative and be results oriented, communicate very well – verbally and in writing, work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams, and create clear goals under ambiguous conditions.

Desired qualifications include experience at providing support in statistical design and analysis to engineers or scientists. Coursework or research experience in chemistry, engineering, health, or other applied research fields is desired. Ability to obtain security clearance is also desirable.

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Data Architect, Up to $100,000 a year (Kansas City, MO)

At Adknowledge we are focused on finding top talent in the internet technology industry. We have small teams, run by former engineers to inspire a successful, fast paced and innovative environment.

Adknowledge is a single destination for advertisers looking for quality clicks beyond Google® and Yahoo®. Adknowledge operates an online marketplace that allows advertisers to bid for traffic in websites, smaller search engines and email. To date, more than 50,000 advertisers have used the Adknowledge ad marketplace. Additionally, publishers can show Adknowledge ads by utilizing AdStation on their website, email list, or search engine.

Our newly created Data Architect will be instrumental in developing complex algorithms to centralize behavioral technologies for optimal on-line advertisements to consumers; utilizing SQL, Oracle in a UNIX environment. Architects will be a key component to generate data analysis on our proprietary targeting system to ensure optimal revenue is attained. As well as cultivating models efficiency for 10+ terabytes of data.

CHALLENGE

As a Data Architect, you will be a part of an evolving industry development team who is responsible for providing high-quality work in a very fast paced technology company. The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of internet and email advertising industry. Goal oriented and deadline conscience is a key characteristic for this position. The ideal candidate will be individually driven with a team mentality and enjoy rapid change within a small entrepreneurial, technology culture.

REQUIREMENTS

  • 2+ years experience designing and implementing data mining/modeling, statistical tests and/or simulations
  • 1+ years developing in a UNIX environment
  • 1+ years non-academic SQL development with any DBMS, Oracle
  • Proven experience translating requirements into solutions
  • Masters or PHD in Mathematics or related field

APPLICATION PROCESS
  1. All resumes received are screened based on the criteria listed above
  2. Candidates who meet minimum requirements will be given an on-line skills assessment and a behavioral assessment to determine culture fit.
  3. Candidates who meet minimum expectations will undergo a phone interview with the specific department hiring manager
  4. The top qualified individuals will then be invited to our Kansas City corporate office to undergo an in-depth interview and meet the team.

Apply On-Line: Visit our careers page @ www.adknowledge.com


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Marketing Measurement and Analysis, All Levels (Nationwide)

We have exciting opportunities with our Fortune 500 clients nationwide for positions that measure the impact and effectiveness of direct marketing programs. Positions include Decision Support, Database Marketing, Web Metrics, Digital Analytics, Direct Marketing Measurement and Analysis, Modeling and Statistical analysts, Consumer Insights, CRM and Marketing Mix Modelers.

These are at the VP, Director, Senior analyst and analyst level. Our clients offer competitive salaries and bonus potential, as well as comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities

Specific analytic and customer insight capabilities include:
  • Behavior insight, through data mining, modeling, and segmentation as input into overall strategy.
  • Contact management strategies and campaign planning - intensity, sequencing, frequency, channel and marketing ROI optimization, testing, modeling and decision rule development.
  • Customer Value Enhancement Strategies - (acquisition, cross-sell, optimization, retention). Business decision rule design and analytic design for real time marketing and creating the branded customer experience.
  • Marketing Mix modeling - defining the right spending mix across marketing mix elements (TV & Print Advertising, Coupons, In-Store Promotions, Price Discounts, etc)

Oversight for development of analytical plans as an adjunct to the marketing plan for client business objectives including:
  • descriptive modeling- segmentation, share of wallet
  • predictive modeling - response, attrition, risk
  • financial modeling - current and future value, LTV

Ensures best practices and tools are applied including experimental design & targeting strategies based on leveraging customer information though analytical modeling, channel optimization, customized pricing and value proposition development, and customer economics including current and future customer potential that will enhance marketing ROI.

Ensures QA procedures are in place for the development of analytics for customer response, attrition, risk, channel optimization etc. to support customer contact strategy and campaign management.

Interprets and translates campaign results into 2-5 year (customer portfolio strategy) and shorter term (response, next likely product / product bundle purchase) implications.
  • High level consulting with clients regarding development & alignment of marketing programs across on-line channels (e.g., banners, search, e-mail)
  • Manage marketing client relationships, including upselling projects to current clients.
  • Analyze and interpret marketing program results to drive future client marketing strategies
  • Determine set-up, including testing methodologies, reporting, technology and optimization modeling requirements, to ensure full impact and efficiency of optimization efforts

Establishes and ensures process are in place for ongoing evaluation, integration, user acceptance, & training for external/internal tools and customer information sources (credit bureau, compiled data) that would increase marketing efficiency and ROI

Integrates the modeling and campaign targeting teams to ensure appropriate test and control strategies are used to provide effective measurement strategies including campaign ROI and customer NPV / LTV, and coordination

REQUIREMENTS
  • An undergraduate degree in marketing, or quantitative methods, and a graduate degree in statistics, econometrics, operations research or related field;
  • At least 2 years BUSINESS EXPERIENCE in the development and application of analytical modeling of customer information and the use of regression, factor and cluster statistical techniques for segmentation, response, attrition, retention, and profitability analysis using SAS or SPSS;
  • Recognizes the data import / export process between SAS and other software platforms; recognizes how complex queries impact marketing database performance and implications for customer database user access and network design;
  • Some positions also require knowledge of Webtrends, Coremetrics, Omniture, Hitbox (WebSideStory), Google Analytics, ClickTracks.
  • Extremely strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to present and interact with clients and internal marketing staff;
  • An ability to communicate effectively with executive management, marketers and analytic team members
  • A deep understanding of financial, descriptive, and predictive modeling techniques and their application for customer portfolio strategy development and acquisition, stimulation / development, retention & win-back;
  • Recognizes the difference between the application of decision sciences for customer portfolio management vs. campaign targeting and execution;
  • Recognizes how to integrate analytical modeling and data mining with external customer research to develop integrated customer profiles from which to drive customer segmentation and campaign execution;
  • Good communications and presentation skills and a demonstrated ability to interpret and translate modeling results into implications for customer acquisition, value proposition development, and campaign management for marketers;

RL Zapin Associates, Inc. specializes in the recruitment of Database Marketing professionals. We have industry experience prior to becoming recruiters. We customize our efforts to suit your particular needs. We work with you, listen to you, and ask your permission before representing you to our clients.

We are currently recruiting nationally for numerous quantitative analytic positions at all levels, that support marketing - database marketing / direct marketing / decision support analysis / statistics. Our clients include major financial services companies, database marketing agencies, leisure companies and retailers.

Email resume with cover letter indicating geographic preference, current base salary and last bonus to: resumes@rlzapinassociates.com


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Monday, October 22, 2007

Business Analyst (Irvine, CA)

BUSINESS ANALYST: help leading interactive marketplace leverage data; career development role

Bring your analytical horsepower and data management expertise to work for one of the largest interactive marketplaces. Most likely you know Autobytel, but what you might not know is that we pioneered the concept of the online automotive marketplace, and we are now one of the largest and most trusted automotive commerce and information companies in the world.

Our growth has created the need for a Business Analyst who can provide impeccable support to our Leads Management & Reporting team by understanding the economics of our complex business and analyzing and reporting data to help us achieve our financial objectives. This is a high-impact position as the Leads Management team controls all the inflow and outflow of leads that generate about 80% of our total revenue. You will bring your analytical expertise to identify the weakest links, and help us flag and resolve issues before they become problems.

If you have at least 3-4 years of progressive business/data analysis experience with solid understanding of leads process and economics, we invite you to read and submit your resume online. . .

IMPORTANT: HOW TO APPLY:

We want you to be as selective as we are! For a detailed 'insider's view' of this position and to submit your resume online, please visit the following URL:

autobytel.jobinfo.com/description.lasso?adid=13350

If the link does not work, simply copy the complete URL and paste it into your browser's address line.

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Thursday, October 18, 2007

Senior Statistician - AdKnowledge (Kansas City, MO)

Salary range: Up to $90,000

At Adknowledge our Senior Statisticians are major individual contributors. We have a strong technical culture with small, tight-knit teams ran by former engineers. We provide top dollar salaries, full benefit packages, excellent relocation assistance, modern designed offices and an entrepreneurial spirit.

The Greater Kansas City area offers: affordable & high quality housing, a short commute, low cost of living, exceptional restaurants, a thriving art & music scene, major league sports, wonderful school systems and a great quality of life.

Honors/Awards

  • Kansas City, MO was recognized as one of ten All-America Cities for 2006
  • Our cities were recognized as the Top 100 Best Places to Live in 2006: Overland Park #6, Olathe, KS #13 and Lee’s Summit #44
  • Adknowledge was honored for: Red Herring Top 200 & AlwaysON Top 100

Apply today and be apart of our award winning team!
Compensation: Salary negotiable based on experience
Apply On-Line: Visit our careers page @ www.adknowledge.com or click here

JOB DESCRIPTION

At Adknowledge, we continually try new analytic approaches and keep what works. We are not opposed to making large-scale changes if the cost/benefit is appropriate. This position will drive analytic changes with large implications for our company's bottom line.

  • Develop new algorithms to match online consumers to marketing campaigns.
  • Test new algorithms with simulation and test cases.
  • Troubleshoot our proprietary targeting system to ensure optimal revenue is attained.
  • Work with large datasets consisting of thousands of variables and billions of records.

QUALIFICATIONS

To be successful the person filling this position must be able to employ a large variety of simulation techniques. Testing model accuracy in application is also required. Solutions must have the ability to be converted into computer algorithms that interact with real-time ad-delivery systems.

  • An MS with at least two years experience, or a PhD in Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research or other mathematical field is required. Engineering degrees with heavy mathematical components will be considered depending on work experience or college course emphasis.
  • Two years experience designing and implementing data mining, statistical tests, and/or simulations.
  • Strong SQL skills. Ability to aggregate and join data to support statistical analysis.
  • Ability to parse and manipulate large log files, in LINUX environment, to prepare data for statistical analysis.

In addition to skill sets, this individual should:
  • Be hands-on and capable of executing rapidly as an individual in addition to a team;
  • Enjoy rapid change within a small, entrepreneurial, technology-driven culture;
  • Have a superior business intellect.

ABOUT ADKNOWLEDGE

Adknowledge helps small businesses expand their reach beyond Google and Yahoo by placing their ads in over 30 second-tier search engines while employing complex click fraud and targeting technologies to deliver predictable quantity and qualities of traffic. To learn more about our company, visit www.adknowledge.com. (You can even click ‘sign up to be an advertiser’ to instantly drive traffic to your own website!)”

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

  1. All resumes will be screened based on the aforementioned criteria by Human Resources.
  2. The remaining applicants will be given a series of skills assessments related to the position.
  3. Candidates meeting minimum assessment requirements will be given an online behavioral test to determine cultural fit.
  4. Finally, the remaining candidates will undergo an in-depth interview in Kansas City.

PLACEMENT FIRM NOTES

Adknowledge is not working with a placement firm for this position.

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Monday, October 15, 2007

Lead Scientist - Fair Isaac (San Diego, CA)

Working for FAIR ISAAC will be the best DECISION you’ll ever make.

Fair Isaac’s powerful and intelligent software helps companies make better decisions every day.

Discover the benefits of working for Fair Isaac:

  • New direction, growth and advancement opportunities
  • Excellent compensation and benefits package (featuring: one week of vacation accrual upon hire, most benefit plan eligibility begins on 1st day of employment, flexible work schedules, 401k with company match, excellent tuition reimbursement plan)
  • Dynamic and energetic environment
  • Global company
  • Innovative and diverse products and technology touching many different industries
  • Commitment to teamwork, offering challenges and the opportunity to innovate

Consider joining other talented individuals where your contributions make an impact in the role of Analytic Science - Lead Scientist located in our San Diego, California office.

The Analytic Science - Lead Scientist will be responsible for designing and developing state-of-the-art, data-driven exploratory analysis and machine learning algorithms. End results include publications, software, and demonstrations. The Lead Scientist works as part of a team to process data, code algorithms, conduct experiments and analyze and report results.

For consideration, candidates will have a Master’s degree in applied mathematics, statistics, operations research, engineering, computer science or related technical discipline plus two years professional experience. Software: The ability to use object oriented languages such as C, Java and Perl to manipulate data develop and test algorithms is also required.

A PhD with two years professional experience in applied mathematics or related field is preferred.

People are our most important asset and what makes us successful. With you, we can make a difference in the markets we serve. Apply today on-line to requisition number 2817 at www.fairisaac.com.

FI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Tuesday, October 09, 2007

Senior Business Intelligence Developer, Statistical Analyst (Seattle, WA)

The Washington Mutual - WAMU Retail Banking group is seeking an individual with strong reporting, analytics and data skills for the Incentive Management Team. This position supports our strategy to build a dynamic incentive analytics and information delivery which will include developing incentive process effectiveness metrics, identifying opportunities for incentive plan improvements through regressions analysis and hypothesis setting, developing incentive dashboards, implementing effective reporting tools, and other various quantitative analyses in support of tactical and broad strategic initiatives. This is a critical position for our Incentive Compensation Reporting & Analytics team and we are looking for candidates who have a strong technical background with a passion for data analysis, and excellent communication skills and willing to work with internal customers on reporting solutions.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Partner with business users and technical teams to develop critical reporting and analysis applications. Work on the synthesis of business requirements, acquisition and delivery of data to business users by working through all phases of development including data modeling.
  • Create internal reporting processes and analytical reports to improve information resources available to top management.
  • Perform complex data analysis to advise management on data interpretation on incentive plan performance; Conduct hypothesis settings and the formulation of new or revised components within an incentive plan by performing predictive analysis via statistical models.
  • Work with business intelligence reporting tools to design and deliver self-service reports to end users.
  • Be technically savvy to work directly with databases for designing data structures.

Qualifications

Expert Skill/Knowledge in the following:

  • Statistical Analysis: SPSS and/or SAS
  • Data Warehouse design techniques for data storage and retrieval
  • Data Analysis
  • Business Intelligence Reporting
  • Documentation

Experience/Education:
  • B.S, or higher degree in Mathematics, Computer Science or related field or
  • 5-8 years of Statistical Analysis & Modeling
  • 3-5 years of Business Intelligence / Data Warehouse experience

To apply, email your resume with cover letter to lana.mccalmon@wamu.net

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