Senior Principal Biostatistician

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Cambridge, MA

Job Description

About the Role :

Within the Quantitative Sciences Drug Development function, the Advanced Methodology and Data Science pillar plays a crucial role in enhancing analytical capabilities to support drug development and regulatory decision-making. This Principal / Senior Principal position focuses on optimizing approaches for data-driven decision-making, utilizing clinical study data along with other internal and external data sources.

About the Role

About the Role :

Within the Quantitative Sciences Drug Development function, the Advanced Methodology and Data Science pillar plays a crucial role in enhancing analytical capabilities to support drug development and regulatory decision-making. This Principal / Senior Principal position focuses on optimizing approaches for data-driven decision-making, utilizing clinical study data along with other internal and external data sources.

Your Key Responsibilities :

Advanced Modeling & Simulation :

Develop and apply sophisticated models to optimize study design, analyze complex datasets, and enhance predictive capabilities.

Innovative Analytical Methods :

Explore and implement novel statistical techniques such as Bayesian modeling, statistical learning, machine learning, and causal inference.

Rapid-Response Analyses :

Conduct flexible, rapid-response analyses to address emerging scientific and regulatory questions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration :

Work closely with Biostatistics, Pharmacometrics, Statistical Programming, and drug development teams to enhance study design, data interpretation, and evidence generation strategies.

Problem Identification and Solution Development :

Identify recurring problems and use a combination of reproducible research techniques and tool development to provide scalable, reusable solutions.

Quantitative Science Education :

Contribute to internal education and awareness efforts in quantitative science.

External Collaboration :

Collaborate with regulatory, academic, and industry partners to advance drug development science through innovative quantitative approaches.

Scientific Dissemination :

Publish in peer-reviewed journals, organize sessions at professional conferences, and contribute to cross-industry workstreams and external scientific working groups.

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This position will be located at the Cambridge, MA site and will not have the ability to be located remotely.

Role Requirements :

Essential Requirements :

PhD in statistics, biostatistics, data science or another related field with 3+ years' experience preferred

Knowledge in relevant quantitative approaches

Fluent English (oral and written)

Strong communication and presentation skills

Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary

The salary for this position is expected to range between $119,700 and $222,300 per year.

The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining

Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards. US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

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Why Novartis :

Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people's lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here : https : / / www.novartis.com / about / strategy / people-and-culture

You'll receive :

You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook.

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Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations :

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to tas.nacomms@novartis.com call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

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Why Novartis :

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Benefits and Rewards :

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EEO Statement :

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Accessibility & Reasonable Accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call +1(877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

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