Statistical Programmer

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.

• We never settle by constantly striving for better.

• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

• Tuition Reimbursement

• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Statistical Programmer provides programming help for research projects and other Baylor Scott & White initiatives. This role works with Investigators, Analysts, and Biostatisticians to prepare statistical datasets. The Statistical Programmer also helps perform analyses to produce summary tables and graphs under senior staff direction. The Statistical Programmer is expected to grow professionally by earning programming certifications or improving statistical knowledge. All job duties must be completed in a timely and professional manner.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Assists in creating statistical datasets by merging multiple files, and formatting and creating new variables.

• Works directly with investigators, project heads and biostatisticians to gather requirements needed to format data for investigation.

• Creates and maintains project related documentation such as programming requirements and annotations, data dictionaries and archiving documentation.

• Creates summary tables with descriptive statistics.

• Constructs common graphs/figures.

• Conducts simple, unadjusted statistical examination.

• Assists in review and validation of code by other team members.

• Attends meetings regularly and participates in technical discussions.

• Conducts oneself in a professional manner and follows best practices for implementing and conducting project activities.

Key Success Factors

• Proficiency in SAS and/or statistical programming languages (e.g. R, STATA, Python).

• Knowledge of basic statistical analyses (e.g. summary statistics, graphs, t-tests, correlations).

• Good time management skills.

• Good written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to work on multiple projects and prioritize tasks.

• Ability to partner with transdisciplinary teams.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's

• EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.