Scientist Iii, Biostatistics

Summarized Purpose:
Serves as a project lead or lead statistician to deliver on tasks/responsibilities for multiple complex protocols, projects, or NDA projects, including coordinating with other divisions and interacting with the client and regulatory agencies. Mentors others in the application of more complex statistical methodologies. Performs project management functions relating to the administrative and scientific activities of team members across multiple complex projects. Provides senior-level oversight of statistical aspects in the design and analysis of clinical trials, including project management, statistical analysis, report preparation, and advising other project statisticians. Represents the department to clients on simple to complex study design matters, directly contributing to simple to complex study proposals and bids and representing the department at bid defenses. Organizes teams and implements strategies to ensure process and programming efficiencies on complex studies.
Education and Experience:
Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 4+ years'). Master's degree in statistics, biostatistics, mathematics or related field In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Comprehensive SAS® programming skills (Proficient in BASE, STAT, MACRO and GRAPH) • Capable of directing and promoting teamwork in a multi-disciplinary team setting • Capable of reviewing current processes and identify potential process improvements • Comprehensive understanding of a wide variety of clinical trials/designs and corresponding reporting of data • In-depth understanding of interpreting the results from statistical analyses of complex data • Strong project management skills, as shown through management of multiple projects • Demonstrated initiative and motivation • Excellent written and verbal communications skills, including proficiency in the English language • Substantial organizational, time management, and planning skills to create and follow timelines, conduct long-range planning, adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple projects • Strong interpersonal skills and positive attitude to work effectively in a team environment and act as a liaison with other department