Senior Statistician
Position Purpose
A Senior Statistician provides independent statistical expertise to cross-functional teams, leads statisticians and programmers, and ensures the application of appropriate and efficient statistical methods throughout development, submission, and life-cycle management of Bayer products, in line with global and regional standards, procedures, and regulatory guidelines.
Geographical Scope
Global
Key Responsibilities
Collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders to plan studies, perform analyses, and report results (e.g., as Study or Project Statistician).
Leads virtual cross-functional sub-teams within CS&A.
Implements standardized processes for routine analyses.
Develops statistical analysis plans for individual studies or integrated analyses.
Coordinates and oversees statistical activities across projects.
Ensures accuracy, quality, and interpretation of statistical analyses.
Independently manages statistical tasks and problem-solving.
Oversees outsourced statistical work, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
Value Contribution
Statistics and methodology are critical to drug development and life-cycle management, influencing study design, analysis, and reporting to support regulatory approval, scientific credibility, and successful product launch and maintenance.
The Senior Statistician contributes to drug research, development, regulatory approval, and life-cycle management in alignment with the responsibilities outlined above.
Contribution Context
Individual Contributor
Team Member
Team Leader
Work Relationships
Statisticians and Statistical Analysts
Study and Clinical Team Members
External providers (e.g., CROs, academic groups)
External collaboration partners
Qualifications
PhD or MSc in Biostatistics, Statistics, or Mathematics
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a statistical role within Pharma, Biotech, or a similar sector
Experience working in diverse, cross-cultural environments, ideally within a DSO (Dynamic Shared Ownership) model
Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Proficiency in statistical programming languages (e.g., SAS and/or R)
Fluency in English
Organizational Relationship
Reports to one of the following:
Head of CS&A
Head of Clinical Statistics (levels 1–4)
Head of CS&A China
Head of CS&A Japan
Key Figures
No direct reports or first-level magnitude defined
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