at AstraZeneca
Location
US - Boston - MA
Compensation
$119k–$179k USD
Posted
2 weeks ago
Market range · function + seniority
p25 · target · p75 · n=152
Posted $179k · in the market band
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Senior Statistician II - Biostatistics
Location: Boston, MA
The Senior Statistician II has sufficient experience working as a statistician in the pharmaceutical industry to be on activities relating to design, delivery and interpretation, regulatory submissions and/or commercialization. This individual is able to perform and communicate results of more technical analyses, and able to guide less experienced staff. They have the scope to develop creative statistical ideas and approaches, and to apply them in their work. Competent individual contributor with excellent cross-functional collaboration.
Provide statistical expertise for complex design and interpretation for clinical programmes, high level internal governance committees, regulatory submissions and/or commercialisation
Analyse internal and external information, perform modelling and simulation to inform design decisions and the development of decision criteria
Develop a Statistical Analysis plan for complex studies and/or project deliveries
Act as a coach/guide for less experienced statisticians in the production of analysis, supporting graphics and analysis tables for study reports, Global Medical Affairs studies or publications
Analyze, interpret, summarise and communicate results of complex studies
Contribute to the regulatory submissions including specification of overview documents and response to regulatory questions
Identify opportunities for the application of modelling and simulation to improve study design
Identify opportunities to improve the methodology and provide practical solutions for problems
Identify and apply statistical methodology to improve the process and delivery activities
Contribute to the development of best practice to improve quality, efficiency and effectiveness
Accountable for the quality of their statistical work; provide discipline-specific understanding, insight and constructive challenge and take ownership of development needs, seek coaching or training opportunities
MSc/PhD in Statistics, Mathematics (containing a substantial statistical component), or recognized equivalent to stats MSc
3+ yrs experience of pharmaceutical development, data analysis and interpretation
Competent statistical programmer (SAS and R)
Knowledge of main technical and regulatory requirements
Experience of design and analysis of clinical studies in more than one setting
Collaborate with teams and apply statistical expertise to problems
Experience of statistical methods and applications in study design, analysis and interpretation
The annual base pay for this position ranges from $119,000 to $179,000. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives—an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans.
Date Posted
01-May-2026Closing Date
30-May-2026Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.
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