Manager, Statistical Programmer Job at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Overview:
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.
The Statistical Center for HIV/AIDS Research and Prevention (SCHARP) at Fred Hutch is a full service statistical and data management center focused on HIV prevention research. SCHARP has an annual budget of over $40 million, more than 180 employees and is currently managing over 40 active phase I – III clinical trials in over 150 clinical sites around the world. SCHARP is seeking a Statistical Programmer (STP) Manager.
The Statistical Programmer (STP) Manager provides oversight and leadership to the Statistical Programming section of SCHARP, which provides support in the management, reporting, quality control and analysis of clinical trials data by developing andmaintaining code, building workflows to facilitate creating analysis datasets and reports. The Statistical Programmer Manager oversight and leadership includes developing policies, procedures and methods, managing resources and priorities; balancing workloads and coordinating efforts across the section, mentoring junior staff; overseeing process improvement projects and participating in recruiting and training of new employees. Central to the role is communicating effectively with team members and being responsive to the needs of various constituents inside and outside of the team. The STP Manager is responsible for overseeing implementation of critical protocol and programming-related tasks and provides expertise in fulfilling those tasks. The STP Manager is responsible for developing the section, including improving the infrastructure as needed and recruiting to fill the needs of the STP. The STP Manager works under minimal supervision from the leader of the Statistical Programing section and has latitude for independent judgement/decision making. The STP Manager is expected to communicate effectively with STP staff and with peer managers elsewhere in SCHARP; and to be responsive to the needs of SCHARP and external collaborators and partners. The STP Manager adheres to SCHARP Standard Operating Procedures, applicable clinical trial regulations, and study confidentiality requirements. Responsibilities:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington.
With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality.
At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. These values are grounded in and expressed through the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. Fred Hutch is in pursuit of becoming an anti-racist organization. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates hired share our commitment to diversity, anti-racism and inclusion.
The Statistical Center for HIV/AIDS Research and Prevention (SCHARP) at Fred Hutch is a full service statistical and data management center focused on HIV prevention research. SCHARP has an annual budget of over $40 million, more than 180 employees and is currently managing over 40 active phase I – III clinical trials in over 150 clinical sites around the world. SCHARP is seeking a Statistical Programmer (STP) Manager.
The Statistical Programmer (STP) Manager provides oversight and leadership to the Statistical Programming section of SCHARP, which provides support in the management, reporting, quality control and analysis of clinical trials data by developing andmaintaining code, building workflows to facilitate creating analysis datasets and reports. The Statistical Programmer Manager oversight and leadership includes developing policies, procedures and methods, managing resources and priorities; balancing workloads and coordinating efforts across the section, mentoring junior staff; overseeing process improvement projects and participating in recruiting and training of new employees. Central to the role is communicating effectively with team members and being responsive to the needs of various constituents inside and outside of the team. The STP Manager is responsible for overseeing implementation of critical protocol and programming-related tasks and provides expertise in fulfilling those tasks. The STP Manager is responsible for developing the section, including improving the infrastructure as needed and recruiting to fill the needs of the STP. The STP Manager works under minimal supervision from the leader of the Statistical Programing section and has latitude for independent judgement/decision making. The STP Manager is expected to communicate effectively with STP staff and with peer managers elsewhere in SCHARP; and to be responsive to the needs of SCHARP and external collaborators and partners. The STP Manager adheres to SCHARP Standard Operating Procedures, applicable clinical trial regulations, and study confidentiality requirements.
In support of SCHARP projects, study protocols and research network requirements, the STP Manager may perform one or more of the following tasks:
- Supervise a programming team including programming Assistant Managers including hiring, training, addressing and documenting performance-related issues, and carrying out performance reviews. Identify and support staff development opportunities.
- Manage workload across team members. Coordinate assignments and oversee programming operations of the sub-section.
- Participate in annual budgeting and reporting processes.
- Review programming requests and distribute/delegate to appropriate staff members. Review programming priorities with staff members. Review conflicting priorities with the STP leader as appropriate.
- Standardize work practices across studies where practical and participate in standardization efforts that impact more than one functional group.
- Design and document quality assurance procedures, validation efforts, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work practice guidelines (WPGs). Follow SCHARP software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices and processes. Support the maintenance of existing SOPs and WPGs.
- Provide training and mentoring for new staff. Share expertise and knowledge to inform current and future work.
- Conduct regular team meetings to communicate decisions and identify and address issues that may impact the team.
- Represent Statistical Programmers in SCHARP management meetings, committee work, working groups and special projects.
- Coordinate with the other programming groups to identify and address common issues.
- Perform study-specific and cross-study reporting. Support automation of statistical programming tasks.
- Develop Infrastructure projects in support of increasing automation, standardization and validation of procedures and programs.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a scientific, technical, or health-related field. Experience in lieu of degree acceptable.- At least seven years of experience as a Statistical Programmer; prefer at least two years of previous supervisory experience in a technical work environment.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a matrix management environment as a member of several project teams.
- Demonstrated ability to multi-task and appropriately prioritize work assignments.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate programming issues with non-technical staff.
- Experience with SAS statistical software is essential, preferably on a Unix platform.
- Ability to provide leadership for adoption of open-source programming languages, such as R.
- Advanced SAS and strong SAS Macro and reporting experience.
- Proficient use of database management and programming software.
- Knowledge of CDISC standardization practices.
Preferred Qualifications
Graduate degree in Computer Science or a scientific, technical, or health-related field.- Formal management/supervision coursework.
- Experience with estimating and preparing project budgets.
- Knowledge of and experience in programming for scientific research.
- Previous clinical trials and analysis experience.
- Experience in programming, system, and/or database documentation and validation.
- Knowledge of laboratory data.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement, with exceptions only for approved medical or religious accommodations. As a condition of employment, newly hired employees must, prior to their first day of employment:
Provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 ; OR
Initiate the accommodations process to request a religious or medical accommodation (medical accommodations require a healthcare provider’s certification).
Provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 ; OR
Initiate the accommodations process to request a religious or medical accommodation (medical accommodations require a healthcare provider’s certification).
A
statement
describing your commitment and contributions toward greater diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism in your career or that will be made through your work at Fred Hutch is requested of all finalists.
The annual base salary range for this position is from $123,203 to $194,739 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (12-22 days per year), paid sick leave (12-25 days per year), paid holidays (13 days per year), paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks), and partially paid sabbatical leave (up to 6 months).
Our Commitment to Diversity: We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We are committed to cultivating a workplace in which diverse perspectives and experiences are welcomed and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We are an Affirmative Action employer. We encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds to apply and desire priority referrals of protected veterans. If due to a disability you need assistance/and or a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to our Employee Services Center at hrops@fredhutch.org or by calling 206-667-4700.Please Note :
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