Statistical programming placement - UCB

UCB; Surrey Heath, Chalvey; Hybrid; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday 28 days

Pension 5%/3%

Discount schemes

Employee assistance

Onsite parking

Onsite canteen

Paid sick leave

Volunteer day

Aspire award

Job summary

UCB in the United Kingdom invites applications for a 13-month Statistical Programmer internship. The role focuses on data visualisation, turning complex trial data into clear graphs and tables to support drug development.

Ideal candidates are in the 2nd year of a Mathematics or Statistics degree and enjoy rigorous statistical work. Hybrid working with 2 days onsite, salary £26,000 per annum, start 2 August 2027, closing 30 October 2026.

Qualifications

• In 2nd year of a BSc in Mathematics or Statistics, or similar with strong statistics focus.
• Applicants from other courses with substantial statistical focus also considered.

Responsibilities

• Spot patterns, problem solve, and explain data related to clinical trials.
• Work within tight timelines to ensure patient safety and data quality.
• Participate in relevant scientific seminars and training.

Skills

Effective communication

Presentation skills

Organisational skills

Independent & team work

Enthusiasm

Attention to detail

Accountability

Adaptability

Questioning

Education

BSc in Mathematics or Statistics (2nd year)

Job description

From a day-to-day perspective: Statisticians and programmers have a critical role to play in support of medical research and drug development. In your day-to-day tasks, you will identify trends, troubleshoot issues, and apply logical reasoning to interpret scientific data or clarify what the data signify about patient experiences in clinical trials. Quick thinking and meticulous attention to detail are crucial to guarantee patient safety,especially when operating under tight deadlines.

Qualification Requirements
To qualify for this role, you must be in your 2nd year of a BSc in Mathematics or Statistics. Students enrolled in other courses with a substantial statistical focus will also be considered

Salary - £26,000 per annum

Benefits

• Holiday Allowance - 28 Days Holiday Allowance, plus Bank Holidays

• Pension - Employee 5%, Employer 3%

• Discount schemes

• Employee assistance programme

• Onsite parking

• Onsite Canteen

• Paid sick leave 10 paid days once probationary period is completed

• Days off for volunteering – 1 day per year

• Employee recognition / Aspire award

Location - UCB, Sunninghill Road, Windlesham, Surrey, GU20 6PP

Work from home- UCB offers hybrid working. 2 days onsite minimum

Working Hours
Monday to Friday, 09:00am – 17:30pm 1 hour unpaid lunch break.

Flexible hours / working- 10:00am – 15:30pm core working hours and making up the remaining time either side of these hours

Duration - 13 months

Start Date - 2nd August 2027

Interview Date - 26 November 2026 – Please note, interviews will take place at 208 Bath Road, Slough, SL1 3WE

Closing Date for Applications - 30thOctober 2026

Next Steps

Successful candidates will be progressed to a one way video interview, invites will be sent via email.

The video interview will be reviewed by the Hiring Manager

Job Description

Clinical trials generate a large volume of data and it’s the statistician’s role to help interpret this data to determine if the drug is safe and effective for patients. A large part of the job is about visualising data through graphs and tables; this takes innovative thinking as no two studies are ever the same.

Statisticians have a critical role to play in support of medical research. A poorly designed trial or inadequate data will not enable a team to make an informed decision about the progression of a drug, so it is implicit to have statisticians at every stage of development so decisions can be made with confidence.

The role of the Statistical Programmer is instrumental in transforming this information to assess the safety and efficacy of new medicines. The job focuses on data visualisation, employing graphs and tables to present findings. The need for creative solutions is paramount, as each study is unique in its structure and requirements.

In the medical field, programmers are more than just data manipulators. They construct comprehensive data-driven narratives concerning patient profiles or novel medicines. Quality visualisation transforms intricate data into compelling, straightforward messages. Our programmers effectively narrate the stories embedded in the data using advanced graphics and interactive tools.

Job Responsibilities

In your day-to-day tasks, you’ll b be asked to spot patterns, problem solving and apply logic to the data to explain what is happening to the patients in a clinical trial. Sometimes tasks have very tight timelines as we want to ensure our patients in clinics are safe; so quick thinking combined with attention to detail are key skills. Both formal and informal training in statistics and programming will be available; prior programming experience is not a prerequisite, and you'll have the chance to participate in relevant scientific seminars.

Candidate Requirements

Skills/Personal Qualities

• Effective communication
• presentation capabilities
• organisational aptitude
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Enthusiasm
• Keen eye for detail
• Accountability
• Adaptability
• Questioning

Things To Be Considered

• Please ensure that you currently live within or can relocate to a commutable distance of the site
• The individual will be working within a professional environment and must therefore adhere to site dress code procedures

About UCB

UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, with a focus on neurology and immunology.

UCB’s ambition is to transform the lives of people living with severe diseases. We focus on neurology and immunology disorders – putting patients at the centre of our world. We are Inspired by Patients. Driven by Science and are now more than 9000 people in all four corners of the globe.

Our medicines treat millions of people around the world, and we are engaging with patients, their families and healthcare professionals to address their unmet needs. We want to enhance our understanding of disease and the real-life experiences of patients so that our teams can deliver the right drug and the right care to the right patient.

UCB is continuously working to advance science and embrace new knowledge. We are leveraging scientific advances and skills in areas such as genetics, biomarkers and human biology. Patients inspire us to bring them value through cutting-edge science, innovative treatments, and practical solutions – so that they and their carers can get on with their lives.