Shanghai, Shanghai, China
14 days ago
(Senior) Principal Statistician

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

The job tasks listed below outline the scope of the position.  The application of these tasks may vary, based upon current business needs.

Statistical Trial Design and Analysis

Provide input on study protocol, design studies and write protocols for the conduct of each study.Be accountable for selecting statistical methods for data analysis, authoring the corresponding sections of the protocol and the statistical analysis plan, and conducting the critical analysis validation.Collaborate with data sciences in the planning and implementation of data quality assurance plans.Maintain currency with respect to statistical methodology, maintain proficiency in applying new and varied methods, and to be competent in justifying methods selected.Perform peer-review of work products from other statistical colleagues.Influence team members regarding appropriate research methods.

Communication of Results and Inferences

Collaborate with team members to write reports and communicate results.Assist with, or be responsible for, communicating study results via regulatory submissions, manuscripts, or oral presentations in group settings, as well as for communicating one-on-one with key customers and presenting at scientific meetings.Respond to regulatory queries and interact with regulators.

Therapeutic Area Knowledge

Understand disease states, competitive landscapes, and regulatory environment in order to enhance the level of customer focus and collaboration and be seen as a strong scientific contributor.

Regulatory Compliance

Perform work in full compliance with assigned curriculum(s) and will be responsible for following applicable Corporate, Medical, local, and departmental policies, procedures, processes, and training.

Statistical leadership and Teamwork

Introduce and apply innovative methodology and tools to solve critical problems.Merge scientific thinking and business knowledge to identify issues, evaluate options and implement solutions.Lead projects independently and work effectively across functions. Apply technical expertise to influence business decisions.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

M.S. with at least 4 to 7 years of experience or equivalence.Statistics, Biostatistics, or equivalent of field study.Fluency in written and spoken English with excellent presentation skills.

Other Information/Additional Preferences:

Proficient in statistical programming languages/software such as SAS, R, Spotfire, WinBUGs, etcInterpersonal communication skills for effective customer consultationTeamwork and leadership skillsTechnical expertise and application with working knowledge of experimental design and statistical analysisSelf-management skills with a focus on results for timely and accurate completion of competing deliverablesResource management skillsCreativity and innovationDemonstrated problem solving ability and critical thinkingBusiness process expertise associated with critical activities (e.g., regulatory submissions)

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