Statistical Methodology Lead (UK)

UCB S.A.; Slough; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical company in Slough is seeking a Statistical Methodology Lead to define innovative statistical approaches and provide training on advanced methodologies. The ideal candidate has a PhD in Statistics and several years of relevant Pharma experience. This role offers the opportunity to influence key areas of innovation in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Collaborative and inclusive culture

Career development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• PhD in Statistics or similar required.
• Several years experience in biostatistics with Pharma experience.
• Strong computer programming skills in R and/or other languages.

Responsibilities

• Define strategy for innovative approaches in statistical methodology.
• Lead development and introduction of new statistical technology.
• Provide statistical training to UCB employees.

Skills

PhD in Statistics

Biostatistics experience

Stakeholder management

Statistical methodology

Computer programming skills

Education

PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, or similar discipline

Tools

R

Job description

Make your mark for patients

We are looking for a Statistical Methodology Lead to join us in our Biometrics & Data Science team, based in any of our Brussels (Belgium), Monheim (Germany), Slough (UK) or Atlanta or Raleigh (US) offices.

About the role

In this role you will serve as an influential senior statistical consultant and technical leader across all statistical groups and therapy areas. You will define the strategy for key areas of innovation within UCB. You possess industry leading expertise in a unique and relevant area of statistical methodology, for example innovative study designs and Bayesian statistics, or have breadth of knowledge across a wide range of advanced statistical methodologies. You will interface effectively across a key section of the value chain, for example early phase statistics or late phase.

Who you’ll work with

You will report into the Head of Advanced Methods & Data Science.

What you’ll do

• Defines strategy to develop innovative approaches for key areas and drives implementation in areas which will help accelerate the development process.
• Identify strategy and lead the development, assessment and introduction of new statistical technology and methodology, including statistical model-based drug development approaches using frequentist and/or Bayesian methodologies.
• Performs as a highly competent and experienced senior level biostatistician by functioning as a technical resource and internal statistical consultant across therapy areas, and as a coach/mentor to BDS staff.
• As needed, carries out, or supervises, advanced statistical analyses to address complex design problems across therapy areas, for instance, performing complex simulations to determine sample size and power considerations for different study design options.
• Stays current with ongoing developments in statistical methods applications in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Provides statistical sciences training to UCB employees from different disciplines on advanced statistical concepts.

Requirements

• PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, or similar scientific discipline required.
• Several years experience in biostatistics with relevant Pharma experience.
• Stakeholder management experience.
• Statistical methodology and publication and academic track record.
• Strong computer programming skills, including R and/or other languages.

Are you ready to ‘go beyond’ to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you!

About us

UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are around 8,500 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.

Why work with us?

At UCB, we don’t just complete tasks, we create value. We aren’t afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We ‘go beyond’ to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that’s on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.

UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws. Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us on [e-mail]. Please note if your enquiry does not relate to adjustments; we will not be able to support you through this channel.