SAS Programmer Resume Sample

SAS programmers utilize analytical software to convert raw information to statistical data. These programmers are employed in different industries, and are responsible for carrying out a wide range of duties according to the sector. They might even work as independent contractors or collaborate with project managers and programming staff. They carry out various tasks such as writing programs to create statistical tables, list/graphs, updating and maintaining database, creating datasets, writing reports, etc.

If you have a keen interest in performing analysis, have ability to pay attention to details good command over SAS software and are adept in completing assigned tasks within deadline, this could be your perfect career. A SAS programmer resume should throw light on your skill-set, past work accomplishments and education. Mentioning an accredited degree in computer science or statistics along with a professional certification can increase your odds of clearing initial rounds. Moreover, adding role specific buzzwords and keeping the document short as well as error-free can assist in getting noticed by the recruiters.

SAS Resume Sample

James C. Sherry
933 Carolyns Circle
Dallas, TX 75247
Phone: 214-538-9206
Email: james.sherry@anymail.com

Career Summary:

Detail-oriented, organized, and competent 'SAS Programmer' with over 7+ years of experience of working in clinical industry. Adept in operating SAS software, maintaining updated database, performing extraction of usable data from information as well as writing programming modules. Familiar with SDTM and CDISC principles, and possess excellent analytical as well as communication skills.

Summary of Skills:

Possess good working knowledge and experience of variety of software programs, including MS Excel, SAS Basic, SAS Graphs and SAS Macro
In-depth information of SDTM, Clinical Data Interchange Standards Consortium and followed industry practices
Familiarity with documentation process, and possess solid knowledge of different clinical databases such as Medidata, Oracle Clinical, etc.
Expertise in writing small code modules in SQL or Visual Basic to keep clinical database up-to-date so that accurate information is received by concerned personnel or patient
Excellent analytical thinking skills as well as ability to understand the data for converting raw information into statistical data
Ability to classify and prioritize work processes to complete assigned tasks within given deadlines
Team player with outstanding organizational, managerial and communication skills

Technical Skills:

Database:MS SQL Server, Oracle, MYSQL, Access and DB2
Modeling Language: UML,MEGA and Visio
Operating Tools: Windows XP/NT, Unix, Linux and MVS

Work Experience:

Senior SAS Programmer
QUINTILES, Dallas, TX
October 2016 - Present

Providing statistical programming support for Data Monitoring Committee charters, and assisting in the production of statistical reports as well as statistical sections of integrated clinical reports
Making use of SDTM Implementation Guide and standard written specifications to write programs to produce Clinical Data Interchange Standards Consortium-compliant datasets
Following statistical analysis plans to develop and execute derivation algorithms for analysis dataset production
Working under senior developers to monitor project resourcing, and identifying changes in scope as well as producing data listings, summary tables, graphs, etc. using SAS software
Effectively performing all duties in accordance with company's Standard Operating Procedures, government regulations, Good Clinical Practice, and Good
Documentation Practice to provide the best services to the clients
Assisting data management team for performing data edit checks and ensuring no redundancy in projects involving clinical databases
Coordinating and leading a statistical programming team of 10+ personnel in successful completion of study within given timelines and budget

SAS Programmer
Synteract Solutions, Dallas, TX
March 2013 - September 2016

Coordinated with team members to write and execute SAS programs to clean, manage, merge, and analyze data
Obtained adequate information by performing requirement gathering and converted raw data into usable data sets
Worked with the team to create and maintain accurate findings of analysis, tables, listings and figures to import/export raw data to add/extract information from various databases
Collaborated with the software team to design and develop statistical programs in support of clinical research analysis, and reporting activities
Worked with the team to program SDTM, analyzed datasets and produced tables, figures and data listings using efficient programming techniques
Communicated process improvement ideas to department head, and coordinated statistical programming activities to ensure timelines are met and the best practices are implemented for various projects

Internship:

SAS Programming Intern
Altria Group, Dallas, TX
August 2011 - February 2013

Attended team sessions and understood business requirements to translate business problems into analytical problems as well as constructed analysis road-map based on the business context
Assisted to create SAS datasets for in-house post-hoc statistical analysis and used SAS data steps for large data processing for different projects
Worked under the supervision of senior SAS developers to manage large volume of structured and unstructured data as well as extracted, and cleaned data to make it amenable for analysis
Helped end-users with software functionality by explaining techniques to deploy content to SAS web-based tools for distribution
Provided reports related to data management, descriptive tables, and gave data displays on the screen as and when required
Conducted post-hoc or exploratory statistical analysis with team and under the guidance of project statistician
Reviewed client requirements to understand projects related to clinical study report for agreement between in-text tables and SAS tables

Education:

Master's Degree in Computer Science (Specialization in Statistics)
University of North Texas, Dallas, TX
2011
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science
University of North Texas, Dallas, TX
2009

Certification:

SAS Certified Advanced Programmer, 2016
SAS Certified Base Programmer, 2011

Reference:

On request.

See Also

SAS Programmer Cover Letter