Bay Area Employment Opportunities

First Posted in November, 2000

 

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Senior Clinical Programming Specialist

Roche Laboratory, Palo Alto, CA

Roche Palo Alto offers an exciting environment of innovation in human pharmaceutical research. Our Palo Alto campus presents a unique setting that combines the synergy of science and business to produce research that delivers results. We currently have the following position available in our Roche Bioscience unit:Senior Clinical Programming Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION:This position will function as an integral member of Clinical Study Teams. The position will provide technical and statistical programming-related expertise and advice to the Clinical Study Teams. The major responsibilities include:

  • Report to and work with the Department Head to plan staffing for projects under his/her responsibility.
  • Establish project standards in analysis, reporting, and query software in collaboration with the Project Statistician.
  • Independently plan software to support all study analysis and reporting needs including identifying applicability of standard software to project and specifying necessary modifications.
  • Identify needs and write specifications for non-standard software, coordinate and participate in the efficient implementation of software development by assigning work and providing technical direction and review to Clinical Programming Specialists and other assigned staff.
  • Implement necessary modifications to standardized software, and validate and execute new software.
  • Act as a technical resource to the department, complying with all relevant SOPs, policies, and guidelines as well as monitoring compliance of assigned junior staff.
  • Contribute where appropriate to the development of standards for the database design and data management of clinical studies, administer the security system for clinical staff access to Oracle Clinical and data analysis and reporting repositories as required.
  • Actively seek to keep abreast of technical developments by attendance at professional meetings.

    • REQUIREMENTS: BS/BA/equivalent (MS/MA a plus) in Computer Science, Statistics or other sciences and at least 5 years experience in statistical programming for clinical trials in the pharmaceutical industry. Excellent programming skills in SAS and knowledge of relational databases (e.g., Oracle/Clinical). Must be a proven team player with excellent oral/written communication, project planning, and management skills. Ability to prioritize and multi-task, and knowledge of clinical aspects of the drug development process.

    Roche Palo Alto is proud to offer competitive salaries and a full benefits package, including incentive bonuses, 401(k) and pension plans. For immediate consideration, please email or FAX your resume to Susan Baxter, citing reference RBS4148.

    FAX:650-855-5007

    e-mail: susan.baxter@roche.com

    We are an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.

    Posted 11/10/00

     

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    Statistician/Algorithm Developer

    Cytokinetics, Inc., South San Francisco, CA

    Description: Develop statistically based algorithms for Cytometrix, a cellular phenotyping information product. The Cytometrix platform allows comprehensive characterization of attractive drug candidates much earlier in the drug discovery process. The statistical work involves the development of techniques for data cleaning, novel algorithms to transform the raw data to biologically interpretable statistics and the performing of cluster analysis and classification on drug candidates.

    Requirements: Graduate level training in statistics and strong computer skills required. Experience or course work in multivariate statistics, cluster analysis, classification and computational statistics would be helpful. Experience with S+ or Matlab is required. Knowledge of C/C++, Java or PERL is a plus.

    We would like to fill position immediately. Please contact:

    Sherrie Wilkins, Ph.D.

    Phone: 650-624-3008

    FAX: 650-624-3010

    e-mail: swilkins@cytokinetics.com

    Posted 11/10/00

     

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    Contract Pharmaceutical Biostatistician

    MedFocus, San Francisco Bay Area, CA

    As a contract biostatistician for this San Francisco area pharmaceutical corporation, you will initially start as a special projects consultant, gradually leading to a 40-hour workweek. You will fill in as needed on all special projects so flexibility and a variety in experience are expected. Position reports to the Director of Biostatistics.

    You must have a 2-3 years prior clinical pharmaceutical statistical background, live in the Bay area, and have a Ph.D. or MS degree in Statistics. Experience in infectious disease and oncology is a plus.

    Please contact Gail Cesaroni or Kellie Williams at MedFocus for a resume review and initial phone interview directly with the client. :

    Phone: 800-256-4625

    e-mail: gcesaroni@medfocus.com

    or: ksering@medfocus.com

    Posted 11/10/00

     

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    SAS Programmer/Analyst

    Northern California Cancer Center, Union City, CA

    The Northern California Cancer Center (NCCC), a growing non-profit cancer research & community based education organization, is seeking a full-time SAS Programmer to provide computer programming, data analysis, data management support for two cancer research projects, and to participate in the preparation of reports & papers for publication.

    The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years progressively responsible professional exp. w/ large databases. Knowledge of epidemiological methods & measures essential; advanced level of SAS required. Undergraduate degree w/ advanced training in epidemiology, biostatistics, or related field preferred. Self-initiating, strong interpersonal skills, effective written & oral presentation skills; cancer or other health related experience is desired.

    NCCC offers a challenging & flexible working environment w/ exceptional benefits. Salary: Mid 50's. Send cover letter and resume to:

    Northern California Cancer Center

    PO Box 5033

    Union City, CA. 94587

    Attention: D. Cooper

    FAX: 510-441-5796

    e-mail: dcooper@nccc.org

    Web site: http://www.nccc.com

    Posted 11/10/00

     

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    Applied Biostatistician

    Northern California Cancer Center, Union City, CA

    Attractive mid-sized, non-profit cancer research org. is seeking an Applied Biostatistician to participate in various epidemiology & prevention/control research studies. Performs data analysis & assists w/ various aspects of study development, manuscript & grant preparation.

    Qualifications: Masters degree in Biostatistics or related field w/ several years of experience in epidemiological or health-related research; preferably in cancer-related studies. Strong SAS skills with outstanding attention to detail required. Knowledge of Access & S-Plus preferred. Competitive salary, excellent employer paid benefits & generous paid time off. Send cover letter & resume to:

    Northern California Cancer Center

    PO Box 5033

    Union City, CA. 94587

    Attention: D. Cooper

    FAX: 510-441-5796

    e-mail: dcooper@nccc.org

    Web site: http://www.nccc.com

    Posted 11/10/00

     

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    Senior Staff Engineer (#510403)

    SUN Microsystems, Menlo Park, CA

    Essential Functions: Responsible for the program management of the Customer Loyalty Index surveys, product surveys, and quality training for the Network Service Provider (NSP) department in Sun's NSP Customer Advocacy Group. Will also be involved in NSP's availability modeling projects.

    Marginal Functions: Reliability engineering, Java programming.

    Preferred Knowledge: Statistical sampling techniques, applied statistics, Markov Modeling, good presentation/training skills.

    Required Knowledge: Statistical Process Control, Java Programming, Sampling, Regression, Queuing, Six Sigma, Stochastic Processes. A minimum of a MS in Statistics or Computer Science with six or more years of experience required. Additional skills and knowledge in reliability and Java programming preferred.

    Richard Castro

    Director, Consumer Advocacy

    Network Service Provider Group

    SUN Microsystems, Inc.

    Palo Alto, CA 94303-4900

    Mailstop: MPK18-21

    FAX: (650)786-2328

    Phone: (650)786-3363

    e-mail: rick.castro@Sun.com

    Posted 11/10/00

     

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    Senior Biostatistician

    Environmental Risk Analysis, Inc., San Mateo, CA

    Environmental Risk Analysis, Inc. (ERA) is a consulting firm that offers services in biostatistics, statistics, epidemiology and environmental risk analysis. Applied research for regulatory and litigation support composes the majority of our work. Our clients are Fortune 500 companies and law firms. We seek superior professionals for the following position:

    Senior Biostatistician: Ph.D., 4+ years of experience (preferably in consulting) in the use of statistics and epidemiology in quantitative health risk assessment for environmental and occupational agents; consumer products; pharmaceuticals; and medical devices.

    This position requires experience with IBM compatible PCs, and the use of SAS on PCs. Experience with one programming language (Fortran, S-Plus) is desired. Good oral and written communication skills are necessary.

    The position is located at our San Mateo office (San Francisco Bay Area) and offer competitive compensation and benefits. Please send a confidential application to:

    William J. Butler, Ph.D.

    Environmental Risk Analysis, Inc.

    1670 So. Amphlett Blvd., Suite 115

    San Mateo, CA 94402

    FAX: (650)655-7281

    e-mail: employment@era-inc.com

    Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Posted 11/10/00

     

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    Biostatistician

    Environmental Risk Analysis, Inc., San Mateo, CA

    Environmental Risk Analysis, Inc. (ERA) is a consulting firm that offers services in biostatistics, statistics, epidemiology and environmental risk analysis. Applied research for regulatory and litigation support composes the majority of our work. Our clients are Fortune 500 companies and law firms. We seek superior professionals for the following position:

    Biostatistician: : M.S. with experience (preferably 1+ years) in executing and leading data analyses using SAS on large epidemiologic data sets; prefer experience in linear models, survival analysis, categorical analysis and epidemiologic methods.

    This position requires experience with IBM compatible PCs, and the use of SAS on PCs. Experience with one programming language (Fortran, S-Plus) is desired. Good oral and written communication skills are necessary.

    The position is located at our San Mateo office (San Francisco Bay Area) and offer competitive compensation and benefits. Please send a confidential application to:

    William J. Butler, Ph.D.

    Environmental Risk Analysis, Inc.

    1670 So. Amphlett Blvd., Suite 115

    San Mateo, CA 94402

    FAX: (650)655-7281

    e-mail: employment@era-inc.com

    Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Posted 11/10/00

     

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    SAS Programmer

    Environmental Risk Analysis, Inc., San Mateo, CA

    Environmental Risk Analysis, Inc. (ERA) is a consulting firm that offers services in biostatistics, statistics, epidemiology and environmental risk analysis. Applied research for regulatory and litigation support composes the majority of our work. Our clients are Fortune 500 companies and law firms. We seek superior professionals for the following position:

    SAS Programmer: :B.S. with experience (preferably 1+ years) in management and analysis of multiple, large databases of survey information on health, environmental risk factors or health care utilization.

    This position requires experience with IBM compatible PCs, and the use of SAS on PCs. Experience with one programming language (Fortran, S-Plus) is desired. Good oral and written communication skills are necessary.

    The position is located at our San Mateo office (San Francisco Bay Area) and offer competitive compensation and benefits. Please send a confidential application to:

    William J. Butler, Ph.D.

    Environmental Risk Analysis, Inc.

    1670 So. Amphlett Blvd., Suite 115

    San Mateo, CA 94402

    FAX: (650)655-7281

    e-mail: employment@era-inc.com

    Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Posted 11/10/00

     

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    Statistical Consultant/Analyst

    William E. Wecker Associates, Novato, CA

    For more than a decade William E. Wecker Associates, Inc., has provided statistical and mathematical consulting services and sophisticated data analysis for decision making, corporate R&D and expert testimony.

    We invite inquiries for consulting positions at all levels. Desirable qualifications include:

  • M.S. or Ph.D. in statistics or related field;
  • Strong computer skills (we use SAS, S-plus, Mathematica, and other scientific and general business software in a UNIX environment);
  • Good communication skills;
  • Ability to work collaboratively in an informal, collegial environment;
  • Ability to work effectively under deadlines.

    • Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience and performance.

    We are located in Marin County, California, 25 minutes north of San Francisco. span>

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    William E. Wecker Associates, Inc.

    505 San Marin Drive

    Novato, CA 94945/span>

    FAX: (415) 898-2260

    e-mail: Employment@wecker.com

    webpage: www.wecker.com

    Posted 11/10/00

     

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