Lead Data Manager/SAS programmer (Job 1425)

About Us

DLH delivers improved health and national security readiness solutions for federal programs through science research and development, systems engineering and integration, and digital transformation. Our experts in public health, performance evaluation, and health operations solve the complex problems faced by civilian and military customers alike by leveraging advanced tools – including digital transformation, artificial intelligence, data analytics, cloud enablement, modeling, and simulation, and more. DLH is dedicated to the idea that “Your Mission is Our Passion” and brings a unique combination of government sector experience, proven methodology, and unwavering commitment to innovation to improve the lives of millions.

Overview

We are currently seeking a Lead Data Manager/SAS Programmer who will provide senior-level leadership, technical direction, and data management and statistical programming expertise for federally funded and commercially funded clinical research and epidemiological studies. You will be a senior member of a multidisciplinary team that includes data managers and programmers, epidemiologists, statisticians, and operations staff. You will play a critical role in establishing technical approaches and standards for the collection, management, integration, and delivery of research data across the full lifecycle of complex studies.

This position will lead the design and implementation of complex data management systems, data processing programs, and automated workflows that support clinical research and public health programs. You will provide technical oversight for study data management and programming activities, identify opportunities to improve efficiency and standardization, and guide the development of scalable solutions that support data quality, integrity, and reproducibility. This position will also serve as a senior technical resource and mentor for data management and programming staff, providing guidance on complex technical challenges and promoting consistent, high-quality practices across projects. This position offers significant opportunities for professional development, innovation, and collaboration across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior technical leadership and oversight for data management and programming activities across clinical, observational, and epidemiologic research studies, from study start-up through database closeout.
• Lead the development of technical approaches and study data strategies, including database architecture, data workflows, data specifications, collection instruments, validation rules, data integration processes, and data delivery requirements.
• Design, develop, and oversee complex SAS programming solutions for cleaning, tr