Clinical Data Scientist

Danone; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

30 days annual leave

Premium pension

Health care allowance

Gym discount

Learning opportunities

Job summary

Danone seeks a clinical data scientist/statistician to design, analyze and interpret non-randomized studies using real-world data. You will develop statistical analysis plans, address bias and confounding, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver rigorous evidence that informs business decisions.

You will work on observational studies, pragmatic trials and single-arm analyses, contributing to the evaluation of digital health tools while aligning scientific objectives with Danone's

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in biostatistics, statistics or related field.
• Experience with real-world data (RWD) or observational research.
• Ability to communicate across disciplines and teams.

Responsibilities

• Study design and analysis for non-randomized studies with rigorous methodology.
• Develop and maintain statistical documents per internal standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed statistical considerations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Scientifically rigorous

Proactive mindset

Education

MSc or PhD in Biostatistics, Statistics, or related field

Job description

About The Job

We are seeking a clinical data scientist/ statistician with a strong interest in non-randomized study designs to join our Biometrics & Real-World Data (RWD) team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, analysis, and interpretation of studies that fall outside the traditional randomized controlled trial (RCT) framework. These include observational studies (cross-sectional and longitudinal), quasi-experimental designs (such as pragmatic trials), and single-arm studies. You will work with data generated in real-world settings—ranging from digital health tools to registries—where methodological rigor must be balanced with operational feasibility. In addition you will contribute to the statistical evaluation of digital health tools.

Your responsibilities will include developing statistical analysis plans, identifying and mitigating sources of bias and confounding, and where feasible applying appropriate methods for causal inference and sensitivity analysis. You will collaborate closely with statistical programmers, clinical study researchers, AI model developers, and other cross-functional teams to ensure that statistical deliverables are transparent and aligned with both scientific and business objectives. Experience with real-world data workflows, including exploratory analysis and fit-for-purpose thinking is highly valued.

At Danone, we are a global leader in health-focused food and nutrition, operating across two complementary domains:

1. Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG): we develop and market everyday nutrition products that are part of consumers’ daily lives. This includes Essential Dairy & Plant-Based Products such as Yogurts, fermented milks, and plant-based alternatives, as well as Early Life Nutrition: Evidence-based infant formulas and complementary feeding solutions, grounded in over 50 years of breastmilk research.

2. Specialized Medical Nutrition: we support individuals with specific nutritional needs due to health conditions, across all life stages. For example, Infants and Children: Products for prematurity, cow’s milk allergy, faltering growth, and metabolic disorders. As well as Adults and Elderly: Tailored nutrition for oncology, stroke recovery, frailty, and critical care. Finally, Clinical and Tube Feeding: Oral and enteral nutrition solutions used in hospitals and home care settings.

Main responsibilities

• Study Design & Analysis: Provide statistical input into protocols and analysis plans for non-randomized studies, ensuring fit-for-purpose methodological rigor and relevance to research questions.
• Documentation & Review: Develop and maintain statistical documents in line with internal documentation practices.
• Collaboration: Engage with cross-functional teams to ensure statistical considerations are integrated throughout the study lifecycle, from planning to reporting.

Key deliverables

• Protocols, Statistical Analysis Plans and Study Reports for non-randomized studies.
• Well-documented statistical outputs, aligned with internal standards.
• Input into training materials and support for statistical tools and processes.

About You

You are a curious and scientifically rigorous clinical data scientist who is passionate about generating evidence beyond traditional randomised controlled trials. You enjoy working with real-world data, exploring complex methodological questions, and translating statistical findings into clear and actionable insights. Comfortable collaborating across disciplines, you bring a combination of technical expertise, strong communication skills, and a practical mindset to help deliver robust and transparent evidence that supports both scientific and business decision-making.

You bring:

• MSc or PhD in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Experience in RWD or observational research, preferably in a clinical or health data setting.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.
• A proactive mindset to co-build and grow a new competency within Danone.

About Us

At Danone we are committed to our mission “bringing health, through food to as many people as possible”. We are working together to make sure that our brands, like Nutricia and Nutrilon, create real benefits for people, communities and the planet. You will be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps™ in the world. Being B Corp means to be part of a select movement of companies verified to be meeting the highest standards of social and environmental criteria and using business as a force for good. One Planet. One Health.

Our state-of-the-art research and innovation center builds bridges between food and science and is global in reach, founded on over 125 years of experience in life & food science, technology and user experience and is at the forefront of pioneering advances in specialized nutrition.

We offer

All Danoners receive a complete package of benefits. This includes a competitive salary and yearly bonus, a premium free pension, 30 days of annual leave (with the opportunity to purchase more) and you will receive a monthly health care allowance. In addition, you can get discount on your gym membership, and we offer initiatives focused on nutrition, physical, and mental health. We provide continuous learning opportunities through workshops, online courses and training sessions.

We put people at the center of everything we do. Bring your unique perspective, ambitions and ideas to the table – the impact you could make might surprise you. We are committed to embrace diversity, nurturing an inclusive workplace where every individual is valued; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is deeply embedded in Danone's DNA.

* All applications will be considered for a vacancy without discrimination based on ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.