Scientific Programmer Analyst

Immediate opening for a scientific programmer analyst. Individual will be responsible for: data management and statistical programming and analysis; work with multiple scientists to develop statistical software tools and analysis strategies to analyze complex high density data and resulting database reporting outputs; and perform data management and analysis tasks using SAS and/or R/Splus. Additional programming using SQL, HTML and a web-development scripting language such as PHP (or proficiency in another programming language such as java) may be needed. Will also assist in manuscript preparation, including generating tables and graphs and writing statistical analysis sections; project management, requirements and specifications gathering, design and implementation of software, documentation, and training scientists in the use of software programs and data analysis.

Applicant must have a Master's degree in biostatistics/statistics (or with course emphasis), or related field with 1-3 years experience in statistical analysis. Strong analytical skills including familiarity with applying methods for correlated data. and strong writing skills. Must be proficient in SAS and/or R/S-Plus and HTML. Must have experience managing relational databases, preferably Microsoft SQL Server. Dynamic web-programming skills are desirable.

To apply visit: http://www.wistar.org/humanresources/employment.htm.

The Wistar Institute is an international leader in biomedical research, with special expertise in cancer research and vaccine development. Founded in 1892 as the first independent nonprofit biomedical research institute in the country, Wistar has long held the prestigious Cancer Center designation from the National Cancer Institute. Discoveries at Wistar have led to the creation of the rubella vaccine that eradicated the disease in the U.S., rabies vaccines used worldwide, and a new rotavirus vaccine approved in 2006. Wistar scientists have also identified many cancer genes and developed monoclonal antibodies and other important research tools. Today, Wistar is home to eminent melanoma researchers and pioneering scientists working on experimental vaccines against flu, HIV, and other diseases. The Institute works actively to transfer its inventions to the commercial sector to ensure that research advances move from the laboratory to the clinic as quickly as possible. Located on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania, The Wistar Institute maintains its status as an independent research center while enjoying a close working relationship with the University of Pennsylvania, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, and other medical research organizations in the greater Philadelphia area.

The Wistar Institute
3601 Spruce Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104

For more information about us visit our website at www.wistar.org.

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