Principal Statistical Methodology Data Scientist

The Opportunity: As a Principal Statistical Methodology Data Scientist you will: - You serve as a methodological thought partner to study teams, providing expert guidance on complex design and analysis across programs - You lead the development and institutionalization of methodologies that improve decision-making at trial and portfolio levels (e.g., quantitative go/no-go criteria, simulation frameworks, model-based projections) - You shape cross-functional understanding of innovative statistical methods through consultation, publications, and leadership of education efforts - You anticipate regulatory trends and industry shifts, integrating relevant methodologies into internal practices and guiding external engagements - You act as a connector across teams, surfacing recurring challenges and co-creating scalable solutions to elevate analytical excellence in the organization - You drive external collaboration through active participation in consortia, joint working groups, or regulatory-facing initiatives - You mentor junior staff and influence the strategic direction of Statistical Methodology through thought leadership, vision-setting, and capability building Who you are: - You hold a PhD in Biostatistics, Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline - You have 6+ years of experience designing and applying advanced analytics to complex biomedical data in clinical trial research - You bring deep expertise in statistical computing and advanced modeling, with a track record of developing novel or custom analytical solutions - You are recognized as a technical expert and thought partner within the organization or broader field - You have experience mentoring others and contributing to internal standards, strategy, or capability development - You show respect for cultural differences when interacting with colleagues in the global workplace Preferred: - Experience developing novel or fit-for-purpose analytical methods for different types of datasets - Demonstrated leadership in designing scalable workflows or frameworks adopted across multiple projects or teams - Track record of influencing portfolio- or program-level decisions through rigorous analytical insights - Publications, presentations, or internal white papers that showcase innovative analytical thinking - Thought leadership in emerging data science areas relevant to pharmaceutical development (e.g., AI/ML in translational research, real-world data integration, predictive biomarkers) Relocations Benefits are not available for this job posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $185,200 - $343,900. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.

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