How to become a SAS clinical programmer?

To pursue a career as a statistical analysis system (SAS) programmer, you need a bachelor’s degree in statistics, computer science, or a similar field. Many employers prefer candidates with a master’s degree in the subject. Although you can get entry-level jobs straight out of school, you need between three to five years of experience to advance in the industry. An SAS programmer should have problem-solving skills and knowledge of how to use SAS Proc SQL and SAS Macro to manage data and call information from a database.