Sr Associate Biostatistics (Study Statistician)

Amgen; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Total Rewards Plan

Opportunities for learning and development

Inclusive community of belonging

Job summary

A global biotechnology company is seeking a Biostatistics Sr Associate in Hyderabad to provide statistical expertise in clinical studies. You will author key documentation, conduct analyses, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Successful candidates will have a Master's or Doctoral degree in Statistics or Biostatistics and relevant industry experience. This position offers opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative environment and participation in cutting-edge drug development projects.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or Doctoral degree in Statistics/Biostatistics.
• 2+ years experience as a statistician in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Competency in statistical programming is essential.

Responsibilities

• Author and provide contributions to Statistical Analysis Plans.
• Conduct statistical analyses for clinical trials.
• Collaborate with programming colleagues for timely study outputs.

Skills

Statistical programming (SAS or R)

Statistical analysis

Clinical trial methodology

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Statistics/Biostatistics

Doctoral degree in Statistics/Biostatistics

Job description

HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION? If you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. At Amgen, our shared mission -to serve patients- drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve together - researching, manufacturing, and delivering ever‑better products that reach over 10 million patients worldwide. It’s time for a career you can be proud of. Join us.

Biostatistics Sr Associate

What You Will Do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world.

Amgen is expanding its global Biostatistics capabilities, with Amgen India (AIN) playing a key role in integrated delivery and functional leadership. As a Biostatistics Senior Associate, you will provide hands‑on statistical expertise to clinical studies across the drug development lifecycle. You will author and review statistical documents, perform data analyses, and collaborate cross‑functionally to ensure scientific rigor, regulatory compliance, and timely delivery of study outputs.

This role provides an opportunity to gain breadth across statistical deliverables while developing depth in clinical trial methodology, programming, and cross‑functional teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Author and provide statistical contributions to Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs), Table/Figure/Listing (TFL) shells, randomization specifications, submission data file specifications (SDTM/ADaM), and other key study‑related documentation.
• Conduct and document statistical analyses for clinical trials, including primary and secondary endpoint analyses, exploratory analyses, and dose‑level review support.
• Perform and document quality control (QC) of datasets and outputs to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with CDISC standards.
• Participate in Clinical Study Team (CST) meetings to provide statistical input and represent Biostatistics.
• Collaborate with programming colleagues to ensure timely delivery of study outputs.
• Contribute to clinical publications, study reports, and regulatory submissions.
• Support the review of deliverables from external suppliers for quality.
• Stay abreast of new methodologies, tools, and regulatory guidelines in statistical practice.
• Ensure that statistical sections of the Trial Master File (TMF) are maintained and up to date.
• Adhere to Amgen’s policies, SOPs, and relevant controlled documents, and support audits as needed.

This position is currently located at Amgen India (Hyderabad).

What We Expect Of You

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is a strategic Biostatistics leader with a passion for tech‑enabled transformation.

Basic Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Statistics/Biostatistics (or related subject with high statistical content) with 2 years post‑graduate experience as a statistician in the pharmaceutical industry or medical research, OR
• Doctoral degree in Statistics/Biostatistics (or related subject with high statistical content) with 1 year post‑graduate experience.
• Competency in statistical programming (SAS or R).
• Experience applying statistical methods in the analysis and conduct of clinical trials.
• Ability to clearly communicate in English, both written and oral.

Preferred Skills

• Master’s degree with 4+ years post‑graduate experience, or Doctorate with 2+ years.
• Prior leadership of at least 1 study/project with minimal oversight.
• Experience authoring protocols, SAPs, and reviewing CSRs.
• Familiarity with CDISC standards (SDTM, ADaM).
• Experience with AI/automation tools to drive efficiency.
• Strong understanding of drug development and statistical applications across the clinical lifecycle.

What You Can Expect Of Us

• Vast opportunities to learn and develop within our global organization.
• Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table and act.
• Generous Total Rewards Plan comprising health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefits.