Quantitative Database Developer - Capital IQ (Chicago, IL)

Job Title: Senior SQL Server DBA / Quantitative Database Developer
Location: Chicago, IL

Responsibilities:

Throughout your career, you’ve been able to solve large-scale database challenges quickly, correctly and consistently. You’ve developed a strong understanding of how to build and administer to data warehouses that are terabytes in size for speed, accuracy and productivity. You may have even worked within the financial services industry, and you’ve seen the mistakes others have made in database architecture. Now you’re looking for a new challenge, a challenge that would enable you to do things the right way.

Capital IQ seeks an experienced SQL Server DBA/Database Developer to join our team to develop quantitative research and data products for the global equity markets. The successful candidate will have demonstrated skills in large-scale database design and Microsoft SQL server implementation. In an industry where a thirty-minute delay means millions of dollars, you will also develop, test and maintain database procedures for our global platform and production applications that must be, in a word, bulletproof. You will face interesting challenges and be counted on to creatively determine how best to get your job done.

In addition to designing, implementing and tuning the data warehouse solutions to support our application development and internal processes, you will work with various data financial vendors, including but not be limited to: CRSP, Compustat, I/B/E/S, and a variety of smaller data vendors to establish ETL processes for automated daily data load and production. You must value the free exchange ideas, soliciting critical feedback to make your work better, and, above all, finding the best solution to the challenge at hand.

Along with technical skills, the ideal candidate will demonstrate strong character, integrity and respect for others. You will be part of a young, smart and entrepreneurial environment, one where you can run with your ideas and directly impact the group’s bottom-line.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• 3-5 years of significant experience with Microsoft SQL server required.
• Strong knowledge of C#, XML, IIS, and excellent knowledge of .NET frameworks preferred.
• Strong skills using DTS, Integration Service, tuning complex T-SQL, troubleshooting database performance problems, and administering a very large database is a must.
• Working experience with ETL process and financial industry data vendors such as FactSet, COMPUSTAT, IBES and global indexes desired.
• Prior experience in data modeling, preparing ER diagrams would be an added advantage.
• Familiarity with statistical and modeling packages such as Matlab, SAS and other SQL database technologies and/or quantitative research environments is a plus.
• A professional, detail-oriented, and energetic personality with the ability to work and thrive in an entrepreneurial and team environment. Must be willing to take direction, but also share ideas and feedback in a professional and courteous manner.
• Must have a BS or MS in computer science or related field with excellent academic credentials; a graduate degree is strongly preferred.
• Financial/investment industry knowledge is desirable.

Capital IQ provides high-impact information solutions to more than 2,000 leading financial institutions, advisory firms and corporations. Its solutions are based on the Capital IQ web platform, a unique combination of global private and public capital market data and software applications that enable end users to draw deep market insights, generate better ideas, optimize relationships and simplify workflow.

To learn more about Capital IQ, visit us at www.capitaliq.com. To apply to this position please send your resume to sysiqjobopps@capitaliq.com. Please include:

• The title of this position in the subject header.
• A BRIEF cover letter highlighting with your experience in the body of the e-mail. E-mails without a cover letter will not be read.
• Attach your resume as a Word document or PDF.

Capital IQ is an equal opportunity employer.

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Quantitative Application Developer - Capital IQ (Chicago, IL)

Application Developer
Location: Chicago, IL

Responsibilities:

You’ve spent your career developing web and/or desktop applications that, like you, are fast, efficient and smart. Now you’re ready for a new challenge in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where you can make your mark.

Capital IQ seeks an experienced Quantitative Application Developer to join our team to develop quantitative research products for the global equity markets. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, implementation and maintenance of our quantitative research product, as well as backend production applications under .NET framework. You may have even started your career at a financial services or financial analytics firm building applications which rely on vast time-series data and/or mathematical processes. Cool under pressure you always get the job done.

The successful candidate will work with large datasets and translate user requirements and needs into programming or technical specifications and recommend solutions to the team. You will face interesting challenges and be counted on to creatively determine how best to get your job done. You must value the free exchange ideas, soliciting critical feedback to make your work better, and, above all, finding the best solution to the challenge at hand.

Along with technical skills, the ideal candidate will demonstrate strong character, integrity and respect for others. Ours is a young, smart and entrepreneurial environment, one where you can run with your ideas and directly impact the group’s bottom-line. This is potentially a senior-level position for candidates with relevant work experience.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

3-5 years of significant experience with full life cycle of web and desktop application development. Must be versed in the latest web technologies.

Advanced knowledge of .NET framework, ASP.NET, C++/C# and object-oriented design required.

Working knowledge of AJAX, Javascript, XML/XSLT preferred.

Strong skills in working with large datasets through SQL queries and an understanding of data modeling logical diagrams required.

Working knowledge of statistical or modeling packages such as SAS or Matlab and/or quantitative research systems helpful.

Sound programming logic, creative problem-solving skills, and excellent documentation habits are necessary.

A professional, detail-oriented, and energetic personality with the ability to work and thrive in an entrepreneurial and team environment. Must be willing to take direction, but also share ideas and feedback in a professional and courteous manner.

Must have a BS or MS in computer science or related field with excellent academic credentials; a graduate degree is strongly preferred.

Financial/investment industry knowledge is desirable.
Capital IQ provides high-impact information solutions to more than 2,000 leading financial institutions, advisory firms and corporations. Its solutions are based on the Capital IQ web platform, a unique combination of global private and public capital market data and software applications that enable end users to draw deep market insights, generate better ideas, optimize relationships and simplify workflow.

To learn more about Capital IQ, visit us at www.capitaliq.com. To apply to this position please send your resume to sysiqjobopps@capitaliq.com. Please include:

• The title of this position in the subject header.
• A BRIEF cover letter highlighting with your experience in the body of the e-mail. E-mails without a cover letter will not be read.
• Attach your resume as a Word document or PDF.

Capital IQ is an equal opportunity employer.

To apply for this position: Send resume to sysiqjobopps@capitaliq.com

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Quantitative Analyst - Capital IQ (Chicago, IL)

Job Title: Quantitative Analyst
Location: Chicago, IL

Responsibilities:

You’ve worked hard to achieve your advanced degree in math, financial engineering and/or a hard science, and now you’re ready to make your mark on the financial services industry. You may have even started your career in computer science or financial analytics, returned to school to earn your MS or PhD from a top institution and are now looking to test your skills on Wall Street.

Capital IQ is looking for an exceptionally talented Quantitative Analyst to join their research team. As a Quantitative Analyst, you will be responsible for performing statistical research on a variety of market and fundamental data to develop excess return models for our US and Global institutional client-base.

You will face interesting challenges and be counted on to creatively determine how best to get your job done. You must value the free exchange ideas, soliciting critical feedback to make your work better, and, above all, finding the best solution to the challenge at hand. Along with a keen analytical mind, you are an excellent communicator and writer, the type of person who prefers discussing an interesting book they’ve recently read to watching television.

Along with technical skills, the ideal candidate will demonstrate strong character, integrity and respect for others. You will be part of a young, smart and entrepreneurial environment, one where you can run with your ideas and directly impact the group’s bottom-line. This is a potentially senior-level position for candidates with relevant work experience.

Qualifications:

• Exceptional academic background from a top program in area of concentration.
• Advanced degree in financial engineering, mathematics, statistics or hard-science field required. PhD preferred.
• Excellent knowledge of statistics, probability theory and stochastic calculus, along with the ability to apply the concepts to solve practical modeling and application problems.
• Existing knowledge of financial data, portfolio theory, and/or related work/research experience is preferred.
• Experience with programming languages – C++, VBA, C#, Java - is a significant advantage.
• Strong experience with statistical software packages – SAS, MatLab, and/or Perl - desired.
• A professional, highly dedicated, detail-oriented, and energetic personality with the ability to work and thrive in an entrepreneurial and team environment. Must be willing to take direction, but also share ideas and feedback in a professional and courteous manner.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate ideas effectively and solve problem creatively.

Capital IQ provides high-impact information solutions to more than 2,000 leading financial institutions, advisory firms and corporations. Its solutions are based on the Capital IQ web platform, a unique combination of global private and public capital market data and software applications that enable end users to draw deep market insights, generate better ideas, optimize relationships and simplify workflow.

To learn more about Capital IQ, visit us at www.capitaliq.com. To apply to this position please send your resume to sysiqjobopps@capitaliq.com.

Please include:

• The title of this position in the subject header.
• A BRIEF cover letter highlighting with your experience in the body of the e-mail. E-mails without a cover letter will not be read.
• Attach your resume as a Word document or PDF.

Capital IQ is an equal opportunity employer.

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Investment Data Analyst - T. Rowe Price (Baltimore, MD)

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF 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 Equity and 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. Can manage projects independently.
• Seeks creative solutions to business problems. Investigates/researches integration of new products into/with full array of analytical systems (Vision, Market QA, Clarify, Wilshire Axioma, etc.) that assist the Investment process; provides system administration support for ancillary and primary analytical tools.
• 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 working with Equity or Fixed Income data
• Detail oriented
• Technical background / Strong design skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a minimally structured environment
• 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:

• Object Oriented Programming/Design or Database architecture
• Integrating Products
• HTMLprogramming
• Unix Skills a must
• Self starter requiring minimum supervision
• Vision Database Knowledge desirable

T. Rowe Price is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Email resume with cover letter to: Karen_Robinson [at] troweprice.com

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Sr Staff Software Engineer - Walt Disney (Seattle, WA)

Walt Disney Internet Group (WDIG) develops and delivers a compelling mix of interactive entertainment and information content and services for Internet and mobile devices for audiences around the world. WDIG is both a developer of unique new media experiences specifically designed for Internet and mobile media, and a developer of new platforms for distributing content selected from broad, existing entertainment divisions and libraries of The Walt Disney Company (TWDC). Its paramount mission is to provide a safe, secure environment for consumers to experience the Disney brand anytime and anywhere as they inform and entertain themselves, look to join communities with other Disney fans, or shop for products and services. WDIG integrates the unmatched breadth of content with a best-practices approach to Internet and mobile technology and drives multiple revenue streams from premium content offerings, advertising and ecommerce. The business also provides centralized strategic leadership, business execution support and a world-class technology platform for all of the Internet properties of TWDC. WDIG partners with all divisions of the company to execute their mobile and Internet plans and directly operates Disney.com and mDisney worldwide, Disney Family.com, FamilyFun.com, Wondertime.com, Movies.com and the recently acquired Club Penguin (www.clubpenguin.com) which has further strengthened the company’s objective of establishing clear leadership in online virtual worlds for kids and families. In a move that adds to its already strong line-up of family-targeted Web properties, WDIG in December acquired iParenting Media (www. iParenting.com) which features a wide array of professional and user-generated content including thousands of articles and expert Q&A’s and hundreds of active mom message boards. Additionally, the network includes the highly-regarded iParenting Media Awards (www.iParentingMediaAwards.com), the only certified product review and awards program in the industry.

WDIG has built a strong family of branded Web sites and is now taking an aggressive position in the distribution of entertainment content to new platforms as well as embracing new technology trends in online entertainment. Through WDIG, TWDC has become an early leader in wireless and broadband content. In addition, WDIG businesses have all successfully developed and continue to grow multiple revenue streams such as advertising, premium content subscriptions, syndication and e-commerce.

TWDC Internet sites hold the number one position in the sports, kids and family categories. ESPN.com consistently ranks top among sports sites and Disney.com is the number one kid’s entertainment and family community site. Collectively, TWDC’s family of Internet sites rank sixth in online corporate presence.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a Senior Software Staff Software Engineer in the Advertising Systems group you will be working with a talented team extensively involved in both the technology and business of serving large scale on-line advertisements The Walt Disney Company’s properties, including Disney.com, ESPN.com, ABCNEWS.com, Movies.com and others.

Primary areas of responsibility include architecture, design, and implementation of software systems responsible for advanced delivery and tracking of online advertisements delivered to web pages, media players, mobile phones, etc. This position is also responsible for heuristics and algorithms for behavioral advertisement delivery and statistical analysis of advertising data.

Reporting to the Engineering Manager of Advertising Systems, you will be involved in all areas of the software development lifecycle. Responsibilities will also include:

• Presenting technical issues and project status to senior and executive management
• Identifying problems and opportunities, and championing solutions within the scope of the team's work
• Documenting design, specifications, and code
• Estimating and measuring software performance
• Researching and evaluating new technologies
• Designing complex software systems based on business requirements, utilizing full software lifecycle methodologies
• Prototyping new technologies and approaches

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Task

• Software specification, design and documentation
• Software implementation
• Maintenance and Support
• Research and data analysis

QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or similar field, Masters or PhD strongly preferred
• 5+ years of software design and implementation
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Aptitude for communicating with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to meet project goals by business and team-driven deadlines

SPCIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED

• Experience in statistical analysis, operations research knowledge a plus (esp. SAS, SPSS, or similar)
• Experience with relational database concepts and queries
• Superior analytical and problem solving skills
• Experience with web applications
• Experience with Object Oriented design and implementation
• Experience with Java, C++ or similar
• Ability to produce detailed design documents

TO APPLY, please visit www.disneycareers.com and search by JOB ID: 163349

To expedite consideration, we highly recommend that you BOTH upload your resume AND copy and paste the text when creating your candidate profile.

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Senior Teradata Database Developer – 2201

The Role:

At Netflix we have recently begun to build out the company’s Enterprise Data Warehouse systems using Teradata, Ab Initio, and MicroStrategy. This has created a strong need for a highly motivated developer who can think in the abstract and independently, while collaborating closely with the other members of the team. As a key member of the Analytics team, the Teradata Database Developer will be critical to continuing our progress on the new BI platform upon which Netflix is building its core Business Intelligence initiatives. A major initial goal will be to implement a layer of Teradata objects that adapt the 3rd normal form EDW model to a model appropriate for MicroStrategy and other specialized analytical applications such as marketing segmentation.

Requirements:

Success in this position will require significant (7 or more years) hands-on experience in:

• Solution architecture, design and programming in the Teradata environment (includes BTEQ scripting, loaders, Teradata SQL, stored procedures, and Teradata DB server concepts such as PPIs).
• ETL Processing concepts and implementation.
• Data modeling of OLTP and data warehouse database designs.
• BS in Computer Science or equivalent technical degree.

Good to have Skills & Experience:

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Apply online at www.netflix.com/Jobs

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Company Description:

Rail Europe is the leading North American supplier of European rail and related travel products. The company offers the most comprehensive selection of European rail products on the market, including single- and multi-country rail passes, Rail `n Drive products, point-to-point rail tickets, high-speed and scenic trains, sleepers, reservations and other rail-related products for use throughout continental Europe and the U.K. - a total of 35 countries. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Summary

Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of assigned IT projects to ensure that project goals are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

Responsibilities will include the general follow-up of all functional aspects of various IT projects, including overall planning, functional specifications, quality assurance, training/communication, and deployment coordination.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Consult with management and review project proposals to determine goals, time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of resources.
• Coordinate recruitment or assignment of project personnel including assignment of duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority.
• Formulate and define/describe scope and objectives of project.
• Identify and schedule project deliverables, milestones, and required tasks
• Develop project plans specifying goals, strategy, staffing, scheduling, identification of risks, contingency plans, and allocation of available resources.
• Coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within budget.
• Establish project planning and ensure standards and procedures defined are applied.
• Review status reports prepared by project personnel and modify plan and related scheduling as required.
• Prepare project status reports and keep management, clients, and others informed of project status and related issues.
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• Coordinate and respond to requests for changes from original specifications.
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• Coordinate project activities with commercial teams; identify resource/time constraints and work actively with commercial teams to define planning
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Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 1-2 years related experience or equivalent combination of educatioin and experience
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• Contribute to building a positive team spirit, maintain morale of project team under difficult circumstances
• Exhibit confidence in self and others, and inspire and motivate others to perform well
• Knowledge of the travel/tourism industry is a plus
• Project management certification (PMI, etc.) is a plus

Job Response Information:

Send Resumes and salary range to: human_resources@raileurope.com or fax to 914-681-7279.

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Business Marketing Analyst - Online Retail (Madison, WI)

Responsibilities:

The Business Analyst Manager will:

• Analyze web site metrics and derive actionable recommendations to meet business objectives, including click path analysis, fall out analysis, shopping cart abandonment, user behavior, merchandising opportunities, and page conversion
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Candidate must have a strong background in Statistics with formal training.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree; advanced degree in Statistics or Economics required
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• Solid written and verbal communication with the ability to develop and improve decision support systems
• Financial or business analysis experience

Compensation:

• Base $90,000-$110,000
• Sign on bonus
• Stock grants
• Relocation assistance
• Full comprehensive benefits

J.T. Brady and Associates is an Executive Search Firm contracted to fill this dynamic role. Our client is a leader in the online retail industry. Specific details will be provided to the qualified candidate. They are experiencing tremendous growth and need high potential candidates to supervise this expansion. Location of position is Madison, Wisconsin. If you cannot commute or relocate to this area, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY FOR THE POSITION. If you wish to respond and possess the required background and experience, please contact us as listed below referencing Job Code BISP. QUALIFIED CANDIDATE RESPONSES ONLY. Resumes submitted by email must be in Word format. All responses will be held in strict confidence.
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

CONTACT:

jtbrady [at] nauticom.net
J.T. Brady and Associates
10900 Perry Highway #12203
Wexford, PA 15090

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Senior / Principal SAS Programmer - PRA International (Raleigh, NC)

* Relocation assistance provided *

We are currently seeking experienced Statistical SAS Programmers for our growing Analysis & Reporting teams. Several levels are available...including TEAM LEAD / PRINCIPAL positions.
Our SAS Programmers provides statistical programming support and validation of statistical analyses, datasets, tables, figures and listings. Additionally, these individuals also provide statistical output for clinical study reports.
The Senior SAS Programmer will:

• Review clinical study protocols and case report forms
• Work with biostatisticians, writers and clinical staff to generate data summarization, analysis and reports
• Write and document programs
• Write command files
• Generate analysis databases in SAS
• Produce tables, listings and plots presenting data
• Review reports for consistency between text and tables
• Perform ad hoc programming
• May mentor new and/or junior-level programmers

The Principal SAS Programmer will:

• Provide senior-level statistical programming support
• Serve as the Project Team Leader overseeing operational activities of the other Analysis Programmers
• Provide validation of statistical analyses, datasets, tables, figures and listings
• Participate in the implementation / testing of new software applications
• Contribute to the review and update of SOPs
• Lead new business initiatives

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Statistics or Biostatistics (or comparable) is required; and advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) is preferred
• A minimum of 2 years of SAS programming experience (for a Sr. Programmer role) and 5 – 7 years of SAS programming experience (for a Principal Programmer role) – in a clinical trial setting
• Previous experience working in a pharmaceutical company or contract research organization (CRO) is required
• Strong experience using computerized systems – particularly SAS® programming
• Superior oral / written communication and presentation skills
• As a Principal SAS Programmer – you must have the demonstrated ability to plan, supervise, implement, and monitor the Statistical SAS Programming processes for multiple clinical trials

Website: http://www.prainternational.com/careers.htm
Contact: WaerhouseAimee [at] praintl.com

With more than 3,000 employees on six continents and over 25 years in business, PRA International has distinguished itself as one of the Top 10 international clinical research organizations (CROs) in the drug development industry. In 2006, we were ranked #48 in Forbes Magazines Top 200 Small Companies in America. We are the ONLY Clinical Research Organization to make it onto this list.

PRA International provides employees the opportunity to work on complex, global trials that can change the course of medicine. PRA has a single mission…to be the best clinical development organization in the world. Strategically aligned with leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies worldwide, we provide a broad array of services that encompass the entire spectrum of clinical development and work on some of the most advanced drugs and biologics in development today.

In addition to a unique professional challenge, PRA adheres to a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy, a commitment to professional development, and a culture that encourages a work/life balance.

PRA International also offers:

• Extended personal time off – 4 weeks of Paid Time Off your first year; 5 weeks after three years; 6 weeks after five years
• Competitive benefits plan – including Annual Bonus Plan
• FLEXIBLE work schedules
• Access to world-class therapeutic expertise – unrivaled by any other CRO

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Senior / Principal SAS Programmer - PRA International (Lenexa, KS)

* Relocation assistance provided *

We are currently seeking experienced Statistical SAS Programmers for our growing Analysis & Reporting teams. Several levels are available...including TEAM LEAD / PRINCIPAL positions.

Our SAS Programmers provides statistical programming support and validation of statistical analyses, datasets, tables, figures and listings. Additionally, these individuals also provide statistical output for clinical study reports.

The Senior SAS Programmer will:

• Review clinical study protocols and case report forms
• Work with biostatisticians, writers and clinical staff to generate data summarization, analysis and reports
• Write and document programs
• Write command files
• Generate analysis databases in SAS
• Produce tables, listings and plots presenting data
• Review reports for consistency between text and tables
• Perform ad hoc programming
• May mentor new and/or junior-level programmers

The Principal SAS Programmer will:

• Provide senior-level statistical programming support
• Serve as the Project Team Leader overseeing operational activities of the other Analysis Programmers
• Provide validation of statistical analyses, datasets, tables, figures and listings
• Participate in the implementation / testing of new software applications
• Contribute to the review and update of SOPs
• Lead new business initiatives

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Statistics or Biostatistics (or comparable) is required; and advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) is preferred
• A minimum of 2 years of SAS programming experience (for a Sr. Programmer role) and 5 – 7 years of SAS programming experience (for a Principal Programmer role) – in a clinical trial setting
• Previous experience working in a pharmaceutical company or contract research organization (CRO) is required
• Strong experience using computerized systems – particularly SAS® programming
• Superior oral / written communication and presentation skills
• As a Principal SAS Programmer – you must have the demonstrated ability to plan, supervise, implement, and monitor the Statistical SAS Programming processes for multiple clinical trials

Website: http://www.prainternational.com/careers.htm
Contact: WaerhouseAimee [at] praintl.com

With more than 3,000 employees on six continents and over 25 years in business, PRA International has distinguished itself as one of the Top 10 international clinical research organizations (CROs) in the drug development industry. In 2006, we were ranked #48 in Forbes Magazines Top 200 Small Companies in America. We are the ONLY Clinical Research Organization to make it onto this list.

PRA International provides employees the opportunity to work on complex, global trials that can change the course of medicine. PRA has a single mission…to be the best clinical development organization in the world. Strategically aligned with leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies worldwide, we provide a broad array of services that encompass the entire spectrum of clinical development and work on some of the most advanced drugs and biologics in development today.

In addition to a unique professional challenge, PRA adheres to a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy, a commitment to professional development, and a culture that encourages a work/life balance.

PRA International also offers:

• Extended personal time off – 4 weeks of Paid Time Off your first year; 5 weeks after three years; 6 weeks after five years
• Competitive benefits plan – including Annual Bonus Plan
• FLEXIBLE work schedules
• Access to world-class therapeutic expertise – unrivaled by any other CRO

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Manager of Analysis & Reporting - PRA International (Charlottesville, VA)

* Relocation assistance provided *

We are currently seeking a clinical trials professional with strong leadership experience in SAS Programming for the position of Manager of Analysis & Reporting. This person will directly supervise a staff of SAS Programmers in our Charlottesville, VA office. This team prepares and executes statistical analyses and contributes to clinical development and regulatory submissions.

The individual selected for this position will manage the daily operations of Analysis & Reporting business functions to ensure project objectives are met. In a highly visible role, this Manager will serve as the primary functional representative on project teams.

Some of the various accountabilities include:

• Scheduling and reviewing project tasks
• Leading and/or organizing project teams in areas such as regulatory (NDA/MAA) submissions, drafting report specifications, and coordination of data analysis
• Providing leadership in the delivery of services
• Ensuring that staff fulfills their responsibilities in accordance with PRA’s policies, procedures, and SOPs

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Masters degree from an accredited institution in statistics, biostatistics, pharmaceutical sciences, biology or a health-related field preferred?? Work experience in a Senior SAS Programmer capacity for 2+ years required
• Substantial experience working in a pharmaceutical company or contract research organization (CRO) – including supervision or management of technical staff
• Strong experience using computerized systems – particularly SAS programming
• Knowledge relevant to ICH statistical analysis and clinical study report writing guidelines preferred
• Superior oral / written communication and presentation skills

Website: http://www.prainternational.com/careers.htm
Contact: WaerhouseAimee [at] praintl.com

With more than 3,000 employees on six continents and over 25 years in business, PRA International has distinguished itself as one of the Top 10 international clinical research organizations (CROs) in the drug development industry. In 2006, we were ranked #48 in Forbes Magazines Top 200 Small Companies in America. We are the ONLY Clinical Research Organization to make it onto this list.

PRA International provides employees the opportunity to work on complex, global trials that can change the course of medicine. PRA has a single mission…to be the best clinical development organization in the world. Strategically aligned with leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies worldwide, we provide a broad array of services that encompass the entire spectrum of clinical development and work on some of the most advanced drugs and biologics in development today.

In addition to a unique professional challenge, PRA adheres to a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy, a commitment to professional development, and a culture that encourages a work/life balance.

PRA International also offers:

• Extended personal time off – 4 weeks of Paid Time Off your first year; 5 weeks after three years; 6 weeks after five years
• Competitive benefits plan – including Annual Bonus Plan
• FLEXIBLE work schedules
• Access to world-class therapeutic expertise – unrivaled by any other CRO

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Bioinformatics Database Developer (Memphis, TN)

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, located in Memphis, Tennessee, is a premier center for research and treatment of potentially fatal childhood diseases, including cancer and certain blood, genetic, and immunodeficiency disorders. The hospital's mission is to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. St. Jude is dedicated to providing unsurpassed patient care and to advancing the health of children through biomedical research.

Currently, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital has 2 openings for a Bioinformatics Database Developer (Job Number 16836).

The Bioinformatics Database Developer designs and implements scientific databases and database-enabled applications as directed to support basic research and other needs. The incumbent creates inter/intranet web interfaces to list, edit, insert, or delete database records, and ensures that these interfaces are responsive, attractive and easy to use. The Bioinformatics Database Developer modifies existing web-based databases as directed as well as sssists in the technical management of web applications and web servers including software installation, configuration, testing, and file management. The incumbent writes non-web-based programs when needed, such as for updating databases or performing maintenance. Additionally, this position acts as a resource for those departments that do not have expertise in database development and assists them in using this technology as appropriate.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree is preferred.
• If a Bachelor's degree, 2 years of experience in database development and/or web development is required.
• If Master's degree, no additional work experience required; however, demonstrated proficiency in database development and/or web development is required.
• Experience programming database systems in Unix/Linux environments is required.
• Experience in coding standard SQL queries is required.
• Experience integrating databases with web applications is required.
• Biomedical or healthcare experience is preferred.
• Experience using LAMP technologies (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP/Perl) is strongly preferred.

St. Jude offers a positive working culture, professional advancement, & competitive compensation. Qualified applicants may apply for this position or others via our online process at www.stjude.org/jobs

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Manager, Business Intelligence Portfolio - (Portsmouth, NH)

About Liberty Mutual Group

Boston-based Liberty Mutual Group is a diversified global insurer and sixth largest property and casualty insurer in the U.S. based on 2006 direct written premium. The Company also ranks 95th on the Fortune 500 list of largest corporations in the U.S. based on 2006 revenue. As of December 31, 2007, Liberty Mutual Group had $94.7 billion in consolidated assets, $82.3 billion in consolidated liabilities, and $25.9 billion in annual consolidated revenue.

Liberty Mutual Group offers a wide range of insurance products and services, including personal automobile, homeowners, workers compensation, commercial multiple peril, commercial automobile, general liability, global specialty, group disability, assumed reinsurance, fire and surety.

Liberty Mutual Group (www.libertymutual.com) employs over 40,000 people in more than 900 offices throughout the world.

Job Description

The successful candidate will be involved in the following:

· Create a centralized and consistent approach to implement, support and manage Business Intelligence across the organization to maximize predictability, efficiency and quality of development, integration and operations related to Business Intelligence. Set Vision & Mission for BI.

· Provide Strategic Leadership to BI in Commercial Markets

· Oversight & Management of BI Organization

· Liaison with Business and IT Management on BI Solutions

· BI Budget & Financial Coordination

· Data Management Governance Member (silent)

· Administrative Management for BI Center of Excellence Team

· Responsible for approving any change to scope, schedule and financials.

· Remove obstacles affecting scope, schedule and financials as escalated by project team

· Established critical success factors for project team.

· Prioritization Setting

· Foster and participate in cross market knowledge networks

· Use mentoring & other skill building activities to ensure the highest quality professionals are being developed.

· Evaluate industry trends, competitive activity, and emerging BI technologies



Manages staff and provides technical guidance related to software development and related projects to a portfolio of applications. Oversees the development, implementation and execution of project plans for product maintenance, enhancements and vendor releases; ensure scope and schedule are established for projects and assignments; oversees operating plan and resource allocation for the unit, including prioritization and staff deployment. Ensures team adheres to applicable department and enterprise policies and processes.
Projects, products or operations are consistently more critical, more complex, have broader scope and have more impact than those delivered by individual contributors. Manages teams which are generally each composed of a minimum of 8-10 people.

Benefits

We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following: 401K and retirement plan, Accidental death & dismemberment insurance, Credit Union membership, Dental coverage, Dependent life insurance, Disability insurance, Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance, Employee life insurance, Long-term care insurance, Medical coverage, Paid time-off, Pay-for-Performance, Reimbursement accounts, Tuition reimbursement, Vision care coverage, and Work/Life resources.

Requirements

Must have in-depth knowledge of SAS and Hyperion technology stack.

Bachelors or Masters Degree in technical or business discipline or related experience, and a minimum of 8 years related experience with 3 years in a leadership role. In-depth knowledge of IT concepts, strategies, and methodologies; thorough knowledge of business functions and operations, objectives and strategies. In-depth knowledge of project planning methodologies and tools and IT standards and guidelines; knowledge of management concepts, practices and techniques. Strong negotiation, facilitation and consensus building skills;, strong oral and written communication skills; and strong presentation skills.

Salary: $100,000 - $115,000 base

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