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Job title

SAS Programmer,Analyst

Company The RAND Corporation
Wage Not specified
Location United States, California, Santa Monica
Employment type Full Time
Education Masters
Year Experience 4 - 5 Years of Practical Experience
Travel Not Specified
Published on 7/22/2008
Description
SAS Programmer,AnalystLocations: Santa Monica,CAPosition description:SAS programmers work in a multidisciplinary environment in support of policy research on a wide range of issues. Programmers work closely with the research staff in creating, managing, and analyzing large and complex data files. Individuals must be highly motivated self-starters with the ability to solve data analysis problems independently. The successful candidate will also be expected to acquire a basic understanding of the research topic and a thorough knowledge of the data involved. Programmers work across RAND's research areas, including health policy, labor and population, education and training, criminal and civil justice, national security and military manpower. U.S. citizenship is required in order to obtain government security clearance.Qualifications * Education - BA/BS in statistics, mathematics, operations research, quantitative social sciences, or related field required; MA/MS preferred. * Experience - Two to five years of experience in SAS database and statistical programming. Extensive experience in large administrative databases such as census or survey data, health claims, military personnel, or federal funding database. * Specialized Skills - Strong analytical and communication skills and exceptional problem-solving abilities required. Knowledge of UNIX, and/or Windows NT required. Familiarity with SQL, Excel, and web-based technology is strongly preferred.df-tc

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SAS Programmer,Analyst