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SAS Programmer I (TFL’s) – Leeds City Centre

We are currently looking to recruit for a SAS Programmer I within our TFL’s Team at our Leeds City Centre site. As a SAS programmer you are responsible for providing SAS programming support in terms of SDTM datasets and reading in and reconciling electronic data. You will also assume the role of Study Programmer for allocated studies. Other duties and responsibilities may include:

Responsible for the production of SDTM datasets to the required specification.
Produce Data Definition Documents (DDDs) and aCRF to the dataset.
Read-in and reconcile electronic data with the CRF.
Responsible for data transfer to and from clients in both production and developmental roles.
Ensure that datasets are produced in a timely and accurate manner and are in accordance with defined standards.
Answer QA audits with guidance from the Dataset Programmer II.
Deputise for the Dataset Programmer II at Pre-lock Meetings on studies he/she has produced datasets for
Perform ad-hoc programming in response to unscheduled requests.
Ensure all documentation is completed on work produced e.g. QC records
May be required to help in the production of ADaM datasets.
Liaise with study team to ensure targets and timelines are achieved.
May be required to help in the SAS programming of TFLs
Contribute at department meetings, presenting SAS coding items to the rest of the department.
Develop problem solving skills and a willingness to learn and seek advice from senior programming staff and staff in related disciplines.
Good time management and organisation skills, the ability to prioritise own work to meet tight deadlines while maintaining the highest standards of work.
Effective communication skills; a co-operative and team orientated approach.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

About You

Knowledge of the drug development process is preferred.
Candidates will typically have a BSc degree in computer sciences or related field.

We Offer

Covance is a leading global drug development services company and we provide support to the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology industries.

You can make a difference by helping to deliver life-saving and life-enhancing medicines to people around the world. Our commitment to this mission has resulted in Covance’s impressive history of company stability and growth. We’ve achieved these results by fostering a work environment that encourages, develops and leverages our team’s capabilities.

To apply for this position please apply directly to the Covance website www.covancecarers.com quoting the ref number: 32395