Statistics and Research Manager

Work Environment:

• Typical office environment.

• Travel between office buildings. Some out of town travel.

Position Purpose:

Responsible for the management and daily operations of the technical staff responsible for devising logical, automated statistical analysis programs and procedures. Additionally, the position manages various data file types and ensures full compliance with HIPAA regulations, safeguarding the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information throughout all stages of data handling.

What you'll do :

• Manages the activities of research and analysis staff responsible for complex statistical analysis programming and sophisticated data interpretation to support customer requirements.

• Maintains effective communication necessary to provide statistical programming and research and analysis support to customers.

• Develops and maintains management controls to ensure internal/external requirements are met.

• Reviews and approves simple and complex statistical analysis, including standard reporting, AD HOC reporting, and data mining.

• Manages staff responsible for performing quality checks on new and existing database tables. Oversees and provides approval for changes to database tables, including development of new data analysis tools, project planning, and system lifecycle maintenance.

• Reviews monthly budget report(s). Reviews all budget requests prior to director approval. Provides justification for budget variances.

• Recruits staff, administers salary and personnel policies, completes performance reviews, and ensures staff training needs are met.

To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need:

Required Education:

• Bachelor's in a job-related field to include 9 semester hours of statistics.

Required Work Experience:

• 5 Years Statistical programming. 5 Years statistical interpretation.

• 1 Year Statistical research design.

• 1 Year Supervisory experience OR equivalent military experience in grade E4 or above. (all may be concurrent.)

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of statistical concepts.

• Strong knowledge of multiple platform capabilities and relational database concepts.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Previous experience with technical writing, system testing, and creating system logic.

Required Software and Tools:

• Microsoft Office. Computer programming skills.

We Prefer That You Have:

• Strong PC SAS experience.

• Confidence and proficiency in public speaking.

What We Can Do for You:

We understand the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and strive to be an employer where employees across all spectrums have access and opportunity to develop their skills, advance their careers and contribute their unique abilities to the growth of our company.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage

• 401K retirement savings plan with company match

• Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Nine paid holidays

• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

• Wellness program and healthy lifestyle premium discount

• Tuition assistance

• Service recognition

• Employee Assistance

• Discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more

What to Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications.This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Management will be conducting interviews with those candidates who qualify with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains affirmative action programs to promote employment opportunities for individuals with disabilitiesand protected veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, pregnant individuals, individuals with pregnancy-related conditions, and individuals needing accommodations for sincerely held religious beliefs, provided that those accommodations do not impose an undue hardship on the Company.

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