Senior Scientist, Biostatistics

MSD

Statistician supporting early development clinical trials for drug/vaccine projects in the United States. Collaborating with cross-functional teams and ensuring sound scientific principles in statistical analysis.

Posted 6/27/2026full-timeNorth Wales • New Jersey, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $117,000 - $184,200 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides biostatistical support for drug/vaccine projects in Early Clinical Development Statistics
Ensures sound scientific principles and statistical methods are applied to designing and analyzing clinical studies
Interacts with Clinical, Regulatory, Statistical Programming, Data Management and Research Laboratories Scientists
Conducts project work and applied research, as needed
Serves as statistical representative on cross-functional teams for strategic planning and execution for product discovery and development
Develops individual protocols and data analysis plans and determines appropriate statistical methodology
Participates in database design meetings to ensure high quality data
Collaborates with statistical programming staff
Analyzes data and interprets results from clinical trials
Prepares reports to communicate results of clinical studies
Provides responses to queries relating to study design, analysis, and interpretation
Participates with management in discussions with corresponding scientific personnel at regulatory agencies
Participates in research activities for innovative statistical methods and applications in clinical trials

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD or equivalent degree in statistics/biostatistics, or a Master's degree in statistics/biostatistics with a minimum of 3 years relevant experience
Solid knowledge of statistical analysis methodologies and experimental design
Solid knowledge of statistical and data processing software e.g. SAS and/or R
Strong oral and written communication skills
Able to function effectively in a team environment
Must demonstrate the ability to learn, be proactive and motivated, and consistently focus on details and execution
Ability to collaborate with scientists and work on multi-discipline teams
Demonstrate interest in statistical research activities and in application of novel methods for clinical trials

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
retirement benefits, including 401(k)
paid holidays
vacation
compassionate and sick days

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Hard Skills & Tools

BiostatisticsStatistical AnalysisExperimental DesignData AnalysisStatistical MethodologyClinical TrialsProtocol DevelopmentData Analysis PlanStatistical ResearchStatistical Programming

Soft Skills

Oral CommunicationWritten CommunicationTeam CollaborationProactivityMotivationAttention to DetailProblem-SolvingInterpersonal SkillsAdaptabilityFocus on Execution

Certifications

PhD in StatisticsPhD in BiostatisticsMaster's Degree in StatisticsMaster's Degree in Biostatistics