Purpose & Scope Member of cross-functional teams, the primary purpose of the position is to act independently as Study Statistician / Medical Affairs Statistician (MA) / Exploratory Statistician / Regional Statistician Lead (RSTATL) or Lead Product Statistician (LPS) for routine works in an established area (clinical/ observational studies, MA tactic, Biomarker & PK/PD Analyses or local project). The position can also act as a Senior Methodology statistician independently validating the execution of complex common techniques, offering training/consulting to other statisticians, or researching solutions for novel situations.
The position is expected to understand when to seek Global Statistical Lead (GSTATL) and/or line management intervention to ensure successful outcome with respect to resource requirements or key strategic functional issues. Under guidance, this position may act as GSTATL, or represent the company on statistical matters at meetings with regulatory authorities, key opinion leaders, HTA or conferences.
Required Qualifications - PhD or M.S in Biostatistics, Statistics or related scientific field
- 3+ years (6+ years for MS) of experience in applying statistical methods in biomedical research, Pharma, CRO, Academia or Healthcare industry or in providing statistical direction in these areas
- Good knowledge and skills in SAS required, knowledge of R preferred
- Good understanding of medical literature, clinical, regulatory, and commercial landscape
- Ability to understand, implement, and explain complex statistical methodology
Location and Working Environment- This position is based in Northbrook, IL. Remote work from anywhere in the US is available.
At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas' Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.
Salary Range$125,090 - $178,700 (Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skills, experience and organizational equity considerations)
Benefits:- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off options, including Vacation and Sick time, plus national holidays including year-end shut down
- 401(k) match and annual company contribution
- Company paid life insurance
- Annual Corporate Bonus and Quarterly Sales Incentive for eligible positions
- Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions
- Company fleet vehicle for eligible positions
- Referral bonus program
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