Senior Statistician

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates; Waltham on the Wolds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars Petcare is seeking a Statistician to join the Data Analytics team at the WALTHAM Petcare Science Institute. The role involves providing statistical insights to improve research outcomes and promote data-driven decision-making in pet nutrition and health. We offer a hybrid working environment and a competitive salary with additional benefits.

Benefits

Access to Mars University for learning

Purpose-driven work

Competitive salary and bonus

Flexible working

Inclusive culture guided by principles

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of statistical analysis and sample size estimation.
• Experience in life sciences or R&D is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Design experiments and conduct statistical analyses for research studies.
• Clearly communicate results to scientific and non-scientific audiences.
• Champion data-led decision-making and support research teams.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Strong skills in R

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

PhD or Master’s in statistics, mathematics, computer science, or a related field

Tools

Python

Job description

Job Description:

Statistician – WALTHAM Petcare Science Institute

Waltham-on-the-Wolds, Leicestershire | Hybrid working available

At Mars Petcare, we believe science and data can make a better world for pets. WALTHAM is our global science centre, driving innovation in pet nutrition, health, and care. We're looking for a Statistician to join our Data Analytics team and support research through high-quality experimental design and data analysis.

You’ll collaborate with scientists and partners across Mars Petcare, providing statistical insights that shape real-world outcomes for pets. Projects may include evaluating microbiome changes or assessing new lab methods for biomarkers. You’ll also support a culture of rigorous, data-driven science by sharing knowledge and best practices.

What We’re Looking For

• PhD or Master’s in statistics, mathematics, computer science, or a related field

• Strong skills in R, Python is a plus

• Solid understanding of statistical analysis and sample size estimation

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

• Experience in life sciences or R&D is an advantage

Key Responsibilities

• Design experiments and conduct statistical analyses for research studies

• Clearly communicate results to scientific and non-scientific audiences

• Peer-review analytical work and contribute to shared code libraries

• Champion data-led decision-making and support research teams in statistical literacy

What You Can Expect From Mars

• Purpose-driven work that improves the lives of pets

• A diverse, inclusive culture guided by our Five Principles

• Access to learning via Mars University from day one

• Competitive salary, bonus, benefits, and flexible working

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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.