US-CA-Foster City: Senior Biostatistician

To see other BioTech job opportunities, please visit http://biotech.fyicenter.com/
Date: 19-Feb-2008

Senior Biostatistician

Specific Responsibilities: Works collaboratively with Statistical Programmers, Biostatisticians, Clinical Research Associates, Clinical Data Managers and other Clinical, Global Drug Safety, Regulatory and Project Management staff to meet project deliverables and timelines for statistical data analysis and reporting. Primary responsibilities include: provides statistical consultation on trial design and study endpoints, calculates sample sizes and authors statistical analysis plans, utilizes knowledge of Regulatory requirements and guidance documents to provide statistical advice with respect to creating a clinical development program, and uses knowledge of literature to provide data analysis and presentation methods to support publications/presentations. Works on 4-6 clinical trials / projects as well as other tasks as assigned by supervisor. Leads a specific component of a departmental strategic initiative. Knowledge, Experience and Skills : Typically requires a BS degree in Biostatistics or equivalent and minimum 6 years of relevant industry experience, or a MS degree in Biostatistics or equivalent and minimum 4 years of relevant industry experience in the statistical analysis of biomedical data using SASŪ software. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills are required. Must have scientific programming capability with statistical software packages. Analyzes and utilizes complex information. Anticipates change and reacts quickly and proactively to accommodate business need. Proactively solicits views from others to gain common understanding and agreement. Leads by example and resolves conflict; manages processes for maintaining team cohesiveness. Uses statistical expertise to demonstrate effective persuasion. Understands strategic value of information and knows when and when not to communicate it. Essential Duties and Job Functions: Works collaboratively with Statistical Programmers, Biostatisticians, Clinical Research Associates, Clinical Data Managers and other Clinical, Global Drug Safety, Regulatory and Project Management staff to meet project deliverables and timelines for statistical data analysis and reporting. Primary responsibilities include: provides statistical consultation on trial design and study endpoints, calculates sample sizes and authors statistical analysis plans, utilizes knowledge of Regulatory requirements and guidance documents to provide statistical advice with respect to creating a clinical development program, and uses knowledge of literature to provide data analysis and presentation methods to support publications/presentations. Works on 4-6 clinical trials / projects as well as other tasks as assigned by supervisor. Leads a specific component of a departmental strategic initiative. Knowledge, Experience and Skills: Typically requires a BS degree in Biostatistics or equivalent and minimum 6 years of relevant industry experience, or a MS degree in Biostatistics or equivalent and minimum 4 years of relevant industry experience in the statistical analysis of biomedical data using SASŪ software. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills are required. Must have scientific programming capability with statistical software packages. Analyzes and utilizes complex information. Anticipates change and reacts quickly and proactively to accommodate business need. Proactively solicits views from others to gain common understanding and agreement. Leads by example and resolves conflict; manages processes for maintaining team cohesiveness. Uses statistical expertise to demonstrate effective persuasion. Understands strategic value of information and knows when and when not to communicate it.

To apply for this position, please visit this Website.

Thank you,
BioTech FYI Center
http://biotech.fyicenter.com/