Senior Scientific AI Fellow – Clinical Biostatistics

McKinsey; København; On-site; DKK 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

McKinsey & Company seeks a senior expert at the intersection of clinical biostatistics and AI to shape Life Sciences R&D through research and client work.

You will lead forward-looking capabilities, architect end-to-end solutions, and mentor junior colleagues while publishing insights in top conferences and journals.

Join a high-performance team delivering lasting impact across global client projects with a focus on rigorous statistical methods and responsible innovation.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in biostatistics, statistics, or related quantitative field.
• Knowledge of SAPs, trial simulation, Bayesian methods, and platform trials.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and foundation models.
• Proven leadership and ability to communicate with executives.

Responsibilities

• Lead AI-enabled Life Sciences R&D projects within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Architect end-to-end solution blueprints and drive client proposals.
• Publish whitepapers and present at conferences; mentor junior colleagues.
• Develop external reputation and build networks.

Skills

Biostatistics

AI methods

Causal inference

Bayesian modelling

Foundation models

Platform clinical trials

Statistical analysis plans

Scientific communication

Leadership

Education

PhD in Biostatistics or Statistics

MD with biostatistical training

Job description

McKinsey & Company seeks a senior expert at the intersection of clinical biostatistics and AI to shape Life Sciences R&D through research and client work.

You will lead forward-looking capabilities, architect end-to-end solutions, and mentor junior colleagues while publishing insights in top conferences and journals.

Join a high-performance team delivering lasting impact across global client projects with a focus on rigorous statistical methods and responsible innovation.