Senior Principal Biostatistician

Novartis UK; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Insurance plans

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Global recognition programs

Flexible & hybrid working

Job summary

Novartis in London seeks a Senior Principal Biostatistician to lead statistical work for Neuroscience trials within Advanced Quantitative Sciences. You will oversee statistical design, analysis, and data exploration at the study level, collaborating with clinical teams and other quantitative partners.

The role requires PhD or MS with extensive experience, and fluent English with strong communication and presentation skills.

Qualifications

• PhD experience preferred OR MS with extensive experience.
• Fluent English (oral and written).
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all statistical tasks on the assigned trials.
• Protocol development in alignment with the development plan, developing statistical analysis plan, reporting activities.
• Contribute to planning and execution of exploratory analyses and statistical consultation within cross-functional teams.
• Initiate, drive and implement novel methods and innovative trial designs in alignment with the Lead Statistician.
• Collaborate with clinical, regulatory and other strategic functions to drive quantitative decision making in assigned indications/program with oversight.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timeliness and quality of statistical deliverables.
• Contribute to external engagement with consultants, advisory boards, health authorities, congresses, and scientific meetings.

Skills

Fluent English

Strong communication

Presentation skills

Education

PhD experience preferred

MS with extensive experience

Job description

Summary

Location: London, UK

This role is based in London, UK. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role. Please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

We are in search of a Senior Principal Biostatistician to join our Neuroscience team within Advanced Quantitative Sciences. Come to an industry leader where you will lead implementation of modern and innovative trial/experimental designs, statistical models, analysis and data exploration methodologies at the study level and you will be responsible for all statistical work, scientific and operational, in collaboration with the clinical trial teams and other quantitative partners.

About The Role

Your Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for all statistical tasks on the assigned trials.
• Protocol development in alignment with the development plan, developing statistical analysis plan, reporting activities.
• Contribute to planning and execution of exploratory analyses and statistical consultation within your cross-functional teams.
• Initiate, drive and implement novel methods and innovative trial designs in alignment with the Lead Statistician.
• Collaborate with clinical, regulatory and other strategic functions to drive quantitative decision making in assigned indications/program with oversight.
• Collaborate cross-functionally (e.g. data management, programming, medical writing) to ensure timeliness and quality of statistical deliverables.
• Contribute to external engagement with consultants, advisory boards, health authorities, congresses, and scientific meetings.

Essential Requirements

• PhD experience preferred OR MS with extensive experience
• Fluent English (oral and written)
• Strong communication and presentation skills

Benefits & Rewards

At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: 57,190.00 - 106,210.00 GBP

The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.

In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.

The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.

Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.

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