The goal is to help the client’s create a library of tools and processes from which they can profile data, better understand it, and then convert it to information through understanding its behavior patterns, its stratification, how anomalies are associated with different dimensions of data, and then finally be able to identify where there may be gaps in the data with respect to what the business is asking of the data.
• As part of all this (from a healthcare data standpoint), SAS software will predominantly be used to look at healthcare clinical records data, such as the following:

o EHR (Electronic Health Record) data,
o diagnosis codes (ICD-9 and ICD-10),
o laboratory orders and results data,
o immunizations data,
o drug (NDC) data,
o provider relationships data,
o HEDIS &/or PQRI (Physician Quality Reporting Initiative) initiatives,
o quality measures data,
o CCD (Continuity of Care Document),
o other possible clinical information data, from different subject areas used in the clinical space.

The more exposure the candidate has with this healthcare data and healthcare informatics overall, the better chance they will be selected. However, candidates will absolutely be considered that don’t have this experience.
NOTE: If the consultant does not have this experience, they should be able to quickly put the data into context with the overall healthcare concepts. To some degree, the client is willing to teach the consultant about the healthcare data, but they would prefer some exposure to this healthcare data – the more you have, the better chance of being selected.
(NOTE: CLINICAL SAS programmers or analysts supporting clinical trials and submissions generally do not work with this type of data.)
• Data sources include sample datasets from EHR data in the form of a flat file which is transformed into another DB, so… flat files would be accessed and used. Other data analysis is performed in Teradata, so the data sources will be flat files and Teradata, and occasionally MS SQL Server…., but mostly what’s in the Teradata system. Role #1 (predominantly) will be reading and extracting data from Teradata, and maybe loading data back to Teradata in very low volumes (perhaps in the form of integrated data from a prototype perspective).
• Business rules will be leveraged from within Informatica. Work will be very data oriented.
• The client is in the process of creating their data warehouse infrastructure and processes now (standardizing, cleansing and loading data), but they want the SAS Consultant and SAS software to “help inform” the data transformation and data quality rules within the Teradata physical modeling aspects that they have not done so far.
• SAS may be used for analysis in feeding the data warehouse to make sure they have the correct structure in place, and are identifying what’s not working, and to be used to really understand the data (how it changes – its characteristics).
• As applicable, the Consultant must learn the client’s healthcare data and/or terms and data sources.

The Consultant must be an excellent communicator (both spoken and written forms) and be able to effectively foster interactive collaboration and discussions among the the client;s team. Also, the Consultant must be able to present analysis and conclusions in a logical and clear manner (but not to the senior management level), and must be able to effectively work as part of a team.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply directly at:
https://jobs-altarum.icims.com/jobs/2073/job

Responsibilities:
Primary responsibilities include:
• Preparing, verifying and managing survey data and metadata
• Developing and modifying SAS programs
• Conducting data quality check
• Improving current systems of cataloging, organizing and managing all data collected and produced for the project(s)
• Working independently with little supervision and ability to work and communicate effectively in a team environment
• Demonstrating proficiency in SAS 9.2
• Demonstrating familiarity with UNIX or SQL Server environments. Advanced SQL experience is a big plus.

Qualifications and Experience:
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Strong experience with SAS programming
• Familiarity with UNIX and/or SQL Server
• Experience with relational databases
• Very detail oriented
• Experience with Survey data strongly preferred
• Familiarity with Military Health System data strongly preferred
• Must be able to receive a U.S. Security Clearance (sole U.S. citizenship required)

ABOUT ALTARUM:
Altarum Institute integrates objective research and client-centered consulting skills to deliver comprehensive, systems-based solutions that improve health and health care. A nonprofit, Altarum Institute serves clients in the public and private sectors.

Altarum’s dynamic work environment emphasizes integrity, personal commitment, and teamwork. In addition to the meaningful and challenging work, Altarum offers an outstanding benefits program that includes paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401k (5% employer contribution), a flexible work environment, and much more. We invite you to explore exciting and rewarding career opportunities with us.

Altarum is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V.

Location: Richmond, VA

Key Functions
Participates in initiatives involving logistical research and model development with particular emphasis on Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) wholesale distribution operations. Analysis includes, but is not limited to, data mining for the purposes of research and statistical analyses of logistical processes. Duties include:
* Providing research and data support to subject matter experts.
* Identifying and correcting data quality issues.
* Analyzing various aspects of the logistics / distribution pipeline and supporting data to include performance metrics.

Security Clearance Level.
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen (to get a clearance), be willing to be submitted for a Secret clearance, be eligible for that clearance, and accept the clearance if granted.

Desired Education/Experience
* Experience using SAS or SQL software is required in areas of data mining and/or database development.
* Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, Mathematics, Business, or related quantitative area is required. Masters degree is very desirable.

US-NC-Charlotte, US-DE-Wilmington, US-AZ-Phoenix
Description

This position is an individual contributor role responsible for identifying opportunities for improvement in the Bank’s internal small business customer identification and linking logic, and to work as part of a cross-functional team to implement those improvements in support of the US Small Business Card credit risk strategies.

Key functions include the ongoing development, improvement and maintenance of algorithms that enable accurate and complete identification of a current or prospective customer’s existing bank relationships based on data available at the time of credit decisioning. This position will require the successful candidate to quickly become a subject matter expert on multiple business-related and technical-related topics, and to independently drive strategic improvements.

This role is responsible for performing complex analysis aimed at improving portfolio risk, profitability, performance forecasting and operational performance for small business credit cards. While this position has no direct people management responsibilities, it does require the ability to interact with business partners both within and external to the department. The successful candidate will have proven technical skills and a sound knowledge of SAS / SQL, financial statements, and business processes related to credit card originations.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a thorough understanding of methods, systems, and technologies used to control risk, with emphasis on methods and technologies that rationalize and consolidate disparate pieces of customer relationships into a unified whole. The successful candidate will be proactive and will actively engage various business partners to seek out and identify improvements to relationship linking logic on an ongoing basis.
Qualifications

Required Skills:
- Excellent presentation, communication, and organizational skills
- A passion for learning and for translating data into actionable knowledge.
- Able to collaborate, manage and expand relationships across the organization.
- Must be equally at ease when collaborating with peers, technical partners, non-technical partners, or senior management.
- Previous exposure to consumer or small business lending.
- Keen analytic mind with proven problem solving skills.
- 1+ years SAS, Excel, and SQL experience.
- Experience extracting information by querying large relational databases; preferably with detailed knowledge of SAS and SQL in a DB2 and/or Teradata environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, computer science, engineering, or a related quantitative discipline is require

Desired Skills:

- Master’s degree or Ph.D preferred.
- 3+ years SAS and SQL experience preferred.
- “Big data” data mining and modeling experience preferred.
- Previous experience in financial services preferred.
- Previous experience in developing credit risk strategies preferred

Location: US-NC-Charlotte, US-DE-Wilmington, US-AZ-Phoenix

http://richmond.craigslist.org/sof/2727359517.html

Please go to the link above and reply to the crigslist post.

Red Cedar Solutions Group is searching for a solid, qualified SAS professional and offers the opportunity to work from home or relocate to the Lansing, Michigan area.

Red Cedar Solutions Group is a young and growing company. We have a dynamic client-oriented environment where we develop software, provide professional services, and contract out technical consulting services. We work in both the private and public sector, focusing on education, criminal justice, and general technology consulting.

Unlike similar companies, we are already profitable, we have no debt, and we
are continuing to grow in spite of the down turn in the economy. Within this
email is a link that will bring you to the job description, as well as an
invitation to apply or to refer a friend/former colleague. I would like to
invite you to explore this unique opportunity with an elite, growing
organization. If you feel this is the role for you, please apply.

If you feel this is a role someone you know would benefit from exploring,
please send it along or refer them directly through the link below.

Application / Referral Link: http://hiring.accolo.com/job.htm?id=277671897

Thank you for your help and interest.

Robb Olson

Hiring Consultant
rolson@accolo.com
952-353-4077

I received the following job announcement from Mr. Thomas Rhem of Analytical Strategies. His email is Thomas.Rehm.ctr@dla.mil

Please note that the applicant must secure a SECRET security clearance.

I am forwarding this for Mr. Rhem and I have no further information on the
position.

Nat Wooding

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Job Title

SAS Programmer / Operations Research Position

Location: Richmond, VA
Purpose: Seeking a programmer to support logistics / supply chain research efforts.
Security Clearance Level
SECRET. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen (to get a clearance), be willing to
be submitted for a Secret clearance, be eligible for that clearance, and
accept the clearance if granted.

Key Functions

Participates in initiatives involving logistical research and model
development with particular emphasis on Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
wholesale distribution operations. Analysis includes, but is not limited to,
data mining for the purposes of research and statistical analyses of
logistical processes. Duties include:

* Providing research and data support to subject matter experts.

* Identifying and correcting data quality issues.

* Analyzing various aspects of the logistics / distribution pipeline and
supporting data to include performance metrics.

Required Education/Experience:

BS and 5 years of SAS and/or PL/SQL experience or MS and 3 years of SAS and/or PL/SQL experience

Desired Education/Experience

* Experience using SAS or SQL software is required in areas of data mining and/or database development. Certification is desirable.

* Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Economics, Mathematics, Business, or related quantitative area is required. Masters degree is very desirable.

* Experience with or supporting quantitative or qualitative ORSA / business
/ financial analysis or functionally similar work is highly desirable.

* Experience in the logistics area is desirable.

Required Skills:

* Fluent in SAS or PL/SQL.
* Experience with manipulating data in Excel and Access
* Strong data mining skills.
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team setting, including
creating and maintaining positive relationships is necessary for success.

Default Reporting Programmer Analyst

The Default Reporting Programmer Analyst will support Default and Retention Operations with a broad range of standard and supplemental reporting focused on mortgage, credit card, and other consumer finance installment loan products. The Default Reporting Programmer Analyst will be responsible for the ongoing support of existing reporting products, as well as development of new functionality to include management dashboards, productivity tracking reports, and industry standard benchmarking functions.

The reports generated by the Programmer Analyst will be distributed to Default and Retention Operations or other Line of Business executive management, line management, and functional support units with productivity assessment and operational performance metrics to support tactical and strategic decision making. The Programmer Analyst will partner with the Default Line of Business to develop a reporting framework to identify opportunities to increase productivity and decrease default-related loss.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years mortgage or consumer finance work experience. Bachelor’s degree is highly recommended but someone with great experience but no degree will be considered

• Banking experience within loan servicing reporting.

• Hands on experience working on large databases and a high level of comfort and experience with SAS, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access and SQL.

• Proven ability to perform and deliver under very demanding situations. Experience translating complex business requirements into technical specifications. Attention to detail and a sense of ownership for deliverables.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Moderate reporting, automation, analytical experience, preferably in a bank.

• Team player. Should be able to perform well in a cross functional team set up.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 7 years of experience with at least 5 years in a mortgage or consumer loan servicing environment.

• Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline or business management discipline.

• Strong Database experience (Access / Oracle), Proficient in SQL, Proficient in Excel, Proficient in SAS, Banking experience (a plus)

Matt Panas
Vice President and Manager, Consumer Banking Risk Analytics
SunTrust Mortgage, Inc.
Email | matthew.panas@suntrust.com

p.s. we also have offices in other parts of the US including Richmond but programming is primarily in Wilmington, RTP, Austin and Hamilton, NJ as well as other countries

Carolyn Fortner-Burton, Ph.D.
Programmer Analyst
BIOSTATISTICS

PPD
929 N. Front Street
Wilmington, NC 28401-3331

Phone +1 910 558 6810
Cell +1 804 674 0159
Fax +1 919 654 2438
e-mail Carolyn.Fortner-Burton@ppdi.com
Web site http://www.ppdi.com

Position Description

Centerscope Technologies, in McLean, VA has assembled an experienced team to develop an Oracle 11g based data warehouse for one of its government clients. The team is in need of a Business Intelligence SAS Report Developer who will provide design and support for the utilization of business intelligence and data visualization tools in providing a highly effective user interface using SAS Business Intelligence (BI) tools, including Web Report Studio. This includes assisting in the detailed iterative report design and test of the BI user interfaces. This position will also assist the client in the review of warehouse data to outline business intelligence applications that enhance business decision making capabilities.

Location is in PG County MD, right outside Wash., DC and is accessible by subway. Project is several years long and this person will ideally become our employee at highly competitive salary (negotiable) plus robust benefits plan that starts the first of any month including a matched 401K. Exceptional hourly contractor may be considered. Please view our web site for more information about us: http://www.centercope.com

Qualifications

• 2-4 years experience working with SAS eBI suite (Web Report Studio, Cubes, Information Maps, Information Delivery Portal)
• Knowledge of Star or snowflake schema designs (fact and dimension tables)
• 3-6 Years experience working with Oracle based data warehouse systems and a full understanding of the data warehouse life cycle
• 2-4 Years experience working with SAS Business Intelligence (BI) tools, including SAS Information Map Studio and SAS Web Report Studio
• Demonstrated experience with data warehouse data modeling concepts and multi-dimensional data structures
• 2+ Years of experience working with clients to define and develop BI applications that enhance business decision making capabilities
• A proven ability to develop a clear understanding of clients’ needs and the ability to incorporate them into a BI solution
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field or equivalent experience
• Excellent communication and cross-team coordination skills. Solid oral, written, and presentation as well as strong interpersonal skills are required
• Strong requirements and design facilitation skills
• A team player with the ability to mentor and provide guidance to junior team members

For confidential conversation please call or email me if you have potential interest. Otherwise, your help is greatly appreciated if you can refer someone.

Polly Fields
Sr. Recruiter
(301) 949-7876 cell
pfields@career-strategies-inc.com (home office –preferred)
csti
CenterScope Technologies, Inc.
McLean, VA
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