Statistical Scientist
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About Astellas
Astellas is a progressive health partner, delivering value and outcomes where needed. We pursue innovative science, focusing on areas of greatest potential and developing solutions where patient need is high, often in rare or underserved disease areas and in life‑threatening or life‑limiting conditions. We work directly with patients, doctors and health‑care professionals to ensure patient and clinical needs guide our development activities at every stage.
Our global vision for Patient Centricity is to support the development of innovative health solutions through a deep understanding of the patient experience. Patient Centricity isn’t a buzzword – it’s a guiding principle. We believe all staff have a role in creating a patient‑centric culture and integrating patient awareness into everyday practices, regardless of role, team or division. We collaborate closely with regulatory authorities and payers to ensure access to new therapies, delivering insights and real‑world evidence to inform the best decisions for patients and their caregivers.
Beyond medicines, we support stakeholder communities to drive initiatives that improve awareness, education, access and standards of care.
Job Description
You will contribute to the design, analysis, and reporting of clinical trials/observational studies under the supervision of a senior Statistician. The position can also act as a Methodology Statistician validating routine statistical techniques and identifying situations where novel techniques may be appropriate. You are expected to complete routine tasks with a suitable level of independence and follow project direction and standards. For more complex tasks, you will work under supervision.
Hybrid Working
Astellas offers a hybrid working solution, balancing office and home work for productivity and success.
Key Activities
* Contribute to planning, execution, and reporting of clinical or observational studies (post hoc, HTA, regional, PK‑PD, or Biomarkers) with an appropriate level of independence.
* Author or review synopsis, protocol, statistical analysis plans (SAP), case report forms (CRF), data validation plans, tables, listings, and figure (TLF) specifications.
* Perform statistical analyses in accordance with protocol, SAP, good statistical practice, and regulatory guidelines.
* Collaborate with programmers, data managers, clinical study managers, and study medical leads on statistical design, analysis, and methodology topics.
* Develop expertise beyond statistics by researching medical literature, understanding the clinical, regulatory, and commercial landscape, and building an adequate network with academic, regulatory, and industry peers.
* Contribute to clinical study reports, other reports, or publications by providing statistical interpretation of results.
Essential Knowledge & Experience
* PhD or Master’s in Biostatistics (or related field) with several years of experience applying statistical methods in biomedical research, pharma, CRO, academia, or healthcare.
* Proficient in SAS; knowledge of R is preferred.
* Some clinical trial experience is a plus.
Education / Qualifications
* PhD or Master’s in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related scientific field.
Additional Information
* Permanent role based in the United Kingdom. Requires a blend of home and at least once a quarter in the Addlestone office. Flexibility may be required in line with business needs. Candidates must live within a commutable distance of the office.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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