Principal Statistician
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This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:
Responsible for a whole study from design to execution for different study designs:
- Use stat methodology to establish study strategy (e.g.power modelling of different scenarios, set up power monitoring, set up mitigation plan to minimize risk of stat failure)
- Provide input to protocol (design, objective, endpoint, randomization strategy, sample size, stat analysis)
- Provide input to study set up (CRF review, randomization, DMP plan including specification for subset, important protocol deviation)
- Lead or contribute to Quantitative Decision Making activities, including development of Probability of Success assessments, simulation-based evaluations, scenario analyses and other quantitative approaches that support project, governance and portfolio decisions
- Develop SAP/AAR (involving sensitivity analysis to support robustness of result) and coordinate review
- Review the TFL, to coordinate review with the stat analyst, to approve the TFL
- Do the QC of the statistical analysis methodology
- Validate study specific dataset & analysis pgm specification
- Approve deviation from TFL format
- Propose SAR conclusion
- Prepare answer to study specific stat question (e.g. inspection, RA question)
- Provide stat support to an independent analysis center
- Provide consultancy on stat matter for other statisticians
We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals
- Master Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Epidemiology or equivalent, with at least 5-year experience in the pharmaceutical industry;
OR PhD in Statistics, Mathematics or Epidemiology or equivalent with at least 2-year experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Experience in Statistical software (R preferred) and sample size computation for standard designs.
- Ability to work in multidisciplinary team (e.g. give guidance to non-stat, provide feedback, engage), some being remotely located.
- Good oral and written communication in English including ability to explain difficult issues and situations clearly and ensures meaning is understood.
- Fluent level of English, both written and spoken. Italian language skills are preferred
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus
- Has been previously responsible for studies with different designs (dose range, superiority/non inferiority, futility rule,..)
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex statistical topics clearly
- Ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams
- Problem-solving mindset and ability to handle complex situations
- Leadership and influencing skills, including the ability to guide and mentor others
- Attention to detail and strong quality focus
- Adaptability in a fast-paced, multicultural environment
What we offer
- Permanent contract in a very Inclusive environment
- Smart Working up to 50% for eligible roles
- Flexible Benefits
- Company Healthcare Plan
- Integrative pension fund
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Prevention services and vaccination clinic
- Tax assistance
- Local nursery agreement
- Postal service, laundry, shoe repair and tailoring
- On Site Gym
- On Site canteens and coffee corners
- Free company bikes and shuttle
Please note that international relocation support cannot be provided; therefore, only candidates who are already based in the indicated country can be considered.
Please take a copy of the Job Description, as this will not be available post closure of the advert. When applying for this role, please use the ‘cover letter’ of the online application or your CV to describe how you meet the competencies for this role, as outlined in the job requirements above. The information that you have provided in your cover letter and CV will be used to assess your application.
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