SAS Programmer

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.

YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
 

SAS Programmer

• 12-months Fixed-Term, Part-Time
• 48 hours per fortnight (0.6 EFT)

The Centre for Biostatistics and Clinical trials (BaCT) has been part of Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre for over 40 years and provides Investigator Initiated Trials with Statistical, Data Management and Project Management support to ensure quality trial delivery.

We are currently looking for a SAS Programmer to work in our Data Management team. In your role you will work as part of a dynamic c team to support both Data Managers and Statisticians to ensure the delivery of our portfolio of IITs which are pivotal to providing alternative treatment options to better the lives of those impacted with cancer.

Reporting to the Manager, Data Management, your Core Responsibilities will be:

• Establish, implement and maintain SAS programming standards that comply with regulatory requirements across all studies.
• Responsible for loading, validating, documenting, managing and analysing data for both internal and collaborative research projects
• Develop and maintain standard SAS macros, templates and programmes (or functions and packages in R) for data cleaning and reporting or analysis.Use SDTM guidelines to build SAS datasets from clinical database.
• Review CRF annotations and data specifications to ensure consistency and adequacy for data collection.
• Validate the programmed SAS datasets.
• Develop study management reports using SAS.
• Develop portable/re-usable SAS programmes that are customisable to specific trial protocols.
• Communicate to management on project status in a timely manner.
• Ensure SAS programming requirements achieve quality, timely, and cost-effective study deliverables.
• Develop SAS checks to monitor data transfers for ongoing trials to identify data discrepancies.
• Use SAS and/or R for data analysis and reporting in safety, other interim and final clinical trial reports
• Collaborate with a statistician with study report generation and when necessary, propose the structure of TFLs and data summary that can be shown in safety, other interim and final clinical trial reports

The ideal candidate will meet the following essential requirements:

• Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related science discipline preferred (Master’s degree preferred)
• Experience in SAS programming
• Experience in leading programming projects and ability to independently act as point of contact on SAS programming.
• Possess project management skills within the SAS Programming function.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proven aptitude in problem solving and decision making
• Ability to manage and prioritise multiple projects to meet deadlines.
• Excellent time management skills

The ideal candidate may also display the following desireable equirements:

• Experience of SAS and/or R programming in a clinical trial or health care environment
• Knowledge of industry standards, medical terminology, and clinical trial methods
• Experience with relational databases

Our Benefits

We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:

• Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
• Discounted health insurance and eye care
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
• Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
• Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
• Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
• Five weeks annual leave (pro rata part time), 17.5% leave loading, purchased leave options 
• Flexible, hybrid working practices

Join us!

If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application.  All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and may include vaccination requirements.  Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed.  We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.
 

Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment. 

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.

Hiring Manager: Maria Farrell
Email: maria.farrell@petermac.org

Applications Close: Tuesday 3rd June 2025
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WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

• Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
• Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
• We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.