Principal Statistician

Job description

Details:

GSK is a science-led global healthcare company. We research and develop a broad range of innovative products in three primary areas of Pharmaceuticals, Vaccines and Consumer Healthcare. We have a significant global presence with commercial operations in more than 160 markets and a network of 84 manufacturing sites in 36 countries. Our purpose is to help more people around the world do more, feel better and live longer.

GSK Consumer Healthcare combines our strong pharmaceutical capabilities in regulatory, medical, drug manufacturing, and healthcare professional access - doctors, dentists, pharmacists - with best in class fast moving consumer goods capabilities - consumer insight, speed to market, brand focus and the ability to effectively partner with retailers. We call this combination of pharmaceutical and fast moving consumer goods capabilities ‘Fast Moving Consumer Healthcare', and believe we are uniquely placed to become the first and best Fast Moving Consumer Healthcare Company driven by science and values.

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The purpose of this job is to provide quality statistical input on clinical studies conducted by GSK Consumer Healthcare.

Key responsibilities:
• Provide scientific statistical input on clinical study design, including sample size calculation, at the outline and protocol stages of a study;
• Contribute to study set-up activities - randomization, case report form (CRF) development;
• Develop statistical analysis plans (SAPs) to achieve study objectives based on study data;
• Perform statistical analyses of data from clinical studies and/or other sources;
• Work on validation of study results;
• Report on study results - interpret results and contribute to study reports;
• Account management responsibilities for subcategory/ies;
• Departmental administrative responsibilities, including process improvement.

We are passionate about what we do and have created an environment where everyone feels valued, is able to develop, contribute to our mission and be proud of what we achieve. We want people who share our values and believe in our mission. Our investment in training, development and learning opportunities will empower you to be the best you can be, and we'll make sure you have a stimulating and wide-ranging role that will enable you develop your expertise as you create value for us.

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE – 9th October 2016 (MIDDAY)

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Desired profile

Basic qualifications:

• BSc level degree in Statistics or related field (or equivalent)
• Relevant experience as a clinical statistician
• Experienced and skilled in the following statistical methods: Linear models (ANOVA/ANCOVA), mixed models, nonparametric methods, logistic regression, survival analysis, TOST;
• Proficient in SAS programming related to dataset manipulation and the above statistical methods;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Preferred qualifications:

• Masters level degree in Statistics or related field (or equivalent)