Specialist Biostatistician (opens in new tab)

Nestlé S.A.; Vaud; Hybrid; CHF 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé Research is seeking a Specialist Biostatistician to provide statistical expertise across clinical trials, from study design and analysis planning to programming and reporting. You will collaborate with clinical teams, sponsors, project managers and external partners to turn ideas into scientifically robust solutions for people, pets, and the planet.

You will program in R or SAS, develop SAPs, present results clearly, and contribute to quality, risk management and continuous improvement of

Qualifications

• Provide statistical expertise across clinical trials and study design.
• Develop high-quality protocols and SAPs for study execution.
• Program analyses in R or SAS ensuring reproducibility and accuracy.
• Present trial results clearly to teams and stakeholders.
• Adhere to ICH GCP, EMA, FDA and CDISC standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide statistical expertise across clinical trials and study design, aligning objectives with robust hypotheses.
• Develop clinical protocols and SAPs to guide study execution.
• Program analyses in R or SAS to ensure reproducible results.
• Present trial results clearly to teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Biostatistics

Trial design

R/SAS programming

ICH GCP compliance

CDISC standards

English fluency

Tools

R

SAS

Job description

Shape the future through scientific breakthroughs and innovation

As a Specialist Biostatistician at Nestlé Research, your mission is to provide statistical expertise across clinical trials, from study design and analysis planning to programming, reporting and scientific communication. You will make a difference by collaborating closely with clinical teams, study sponsors, project managers, research partners and external providers. This is your opportunity to turn ideas into sustainable and innovative solutions for people, pets, and the planet.

How you’ll make an impact as aSpecialist Biostatistician

• Providing statistical expertise that strengthens clinical study design, aligns scientific objectives with robust statistical hypotheses and supports evidence generation for nutrition, medical nutrition and pharmaceutical assets.
• Developing high-quality clinical protocols and statistical analysis plans to support clear study execution.
• Programming statistical analyses in R or SAS to deliver accurate, reproducible and well-organized results that enable confident decision-making.
• Presenting clinical trial results in a clear and meaningful way, helping teams interpret findings and translate data into scientific evidence.
• Driving quality, risk management and continuous improvement across clinical trial statistics and data analysis practices.
• Sharing knowledge and mentoring colleagues to build capability, consistency and scientific excellence across the biostatistics team.

What will make you successful

• Bringing strong biostatistics and clinical trial expertise to support high-quality scientific evidence generation for nutrition, medical nutrition and pharmaceutical assets.
• Applying analytical thinking, organization and project management skills to deliver reliable results in a complex research environment.
• Using statistical programming as well as clinical research standards such as ICH GCP, EMA, FDA, CDISC guidelines to support compliant and effective study delivery.
• Collaborating with scientific and business partners through clear communication, curiosity and a quality-focused mindset.
• Communicating fluently in English.
• Embracing collaboration, fresh thinking, bold questions, respect, and a positive, wellbeing-oriented mindset, to create shared value.

At Nestlé Research, we place people at the core of everything we do

Our benefits are designed to support your growth and wellbeing, so you can thrive at work and in life:

• Flexible working options, including hybrid work possibilities (for office-based roles)
• Paid holidays beyond legal requirements
• Learning and development opportunities to grow your career
• Performance based bonus
• Healthcare contribution and access to the Employee Assistance Program
• Strong employer contribution to your pension plan
• Generous parental leave and comprehensive family support solutions
• Attractive employee discounts across various products and services

What to expect from our hiring process

We are committed to an inclusive and respectful hiring experience and are happy to provide reasonable accommodations if needed. Our workplaces are fully accessible and supported by a strong safety culture, with modern installations and procedures to ensure a safe environment for everyone.

The hiring process typically includes an interview with Talent Acquisition, an interview with the hiring team, and a final discussion and offer. Depending on the role, a video assessment may be included.We review applications as they are received and close the role once a strong list of relevant candidates is identified, so we encourage you to apply early. All information is treated confidentially.

Stay vigilant: Nestlé will only contact candidates via official company email addresses and will never ask for payments or sensitive personal information at any stage of the hiring process.

Ready to #BreakthroughTogether?

Apply now and shape the future through scientific breakthroughs and innovation.