Senior Statistician

Abbott; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare company in Witney is seeking a Statistician/Senior Statistician to support R&D efforts focused on advancing biosensing technologies. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mathematics or Statistics and solid experience in statistical methods and software like SAS and R. You will work collaboratively within cross-functional teams, applying your expertise to enhance product design. This role offers a friendly, onsite culture with clear paths for career development and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Attractive salary

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Degree in Mathematics or Statistics (BSc or higher) required.
• Solid foundation in statistical methods essential.
• Experience with programming statistical software expected.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced statistical techniques to R&D projects.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers in team settings.
• Lead discussions and share best practices with peers.

Skills

Spss

R

Regression Analysis

Stata

Survival Analysis

Clinical Trials

Statistical Software

Data Mining

SAS

Statistics

Data Analysis Skills

Statistical Analysis

Education

Degree in Mathematics or Statistics (BSc or higher)

Tools

SAS

Python

R

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Statistician/Senior Statistician

Location: Witney Oxfordshire

Turn Data into Innovation That Transforms Lives
Join our Medical Devices Centre of Excellence in Witney where innovation meets impact. We are driving the next generation of biosensing technology and shaping the future of patient health. With strong business growth and cutting‑edge product development we have an exciting opportunity for a Statistician/Senior Statistician to play a pivotal role in advancing our R&D capabilities.

The Role:

As a Statistician/Senior Statistician you’ll be at the heart of our research and development efforts, working on experiments and product performance analysis that influence real‑world outcomes. This role will focus on R&D support applying statistical expertise to optimise product design, validate performance and solve complex technical challenges.

You’ll collaborate closely with scientists, engineers and cross‑functional teams, contributing to innovative solutions that enhance our FreeStyle Libre technology and pipeline products. Expect a dynamic environment where your insights drive decisions and your work is highly valued onsite.

What You’ll Do:

• Shape Innovation: Apply advanced statistical techniques to R&D projects, experiments and product performance studies.
• Collaborate Cross‑Functionally: Work alongside scientists, engineers and technical experts in a friendly supportive team culture.
• Lead and Influence: Take initiative, guide discussions and share best practices within our global Statistics network.
• Grow Your Career: Access structured development opportunities with clear paths into line management or technical SME roles.

About You:

• Education: Degree in Mathematics or Statistics (BSc or higher).
• Technical Skills:
  • Solid foundation in statistical methods.
  • Experience programming using statistical software e.g. SAS, Python, R, JMP.
  • Exposure to R&D environments is ideal.
• Attributes:
  • Collaborative, adaptable and proactive.
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
  • Interest in leadership or mentoring.

Why Join Us:

• Career Development: Clear progression paths whether you aspire to lead teams or become a technical expert.
• Competitive Package: Attractive salary, pension scheme, share ownership, private healthcare, life assurance, and flexible benefits.
• Onsite Culture: A friendly collaborative environment with hands‑on learning and strong team support.
• Lifestyle Perks: Enjoy initiatives like onsite allotments, yoga, couch‑to‑5k programs and more.
• Location: Witney, just twelve miles west of Oxford on the edge of the beautiful Cotswolds.

The base pay for this position is N/A. In specific locations the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Clinical Affairs / Statistics

DIVISION:

ADC Diabetes Care

LOCATION:

United Kingdom > Witney : Production Facility

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Yes 5 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Not Applicable

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Key Skills:

• Spss
• R
• Regression Analysis
• Stata
• Survival Analysis
• Clinical Trials
• Statistical Software
• Data Mining
• SAS
• Statistics
• Data Analysis Skills
• Statistical Analysis

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1