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Cognizant's Healthcare Division's partnerships are essential for payers, providers and pharmacy benefits managers to succeed in the competitive healthcare field. We help clients rethink how they build value, innovate and grow by combining business and process expertise in the healthcare field with committed digital platforms to optimize business operations.

We are looking to grow our talent and hire a dedicated Senior Statistician to join our organization. This role involves supporting study teams for Analysis & Reporting of Healthcare Clinical trial data by taking ownership of assigned projects for all Biostatistics and Analysis & reporting tasks. The Senior Statistician ensures the use of appropriate and efficient statistical analysis methods during development, submission and/or end to end management of products according to applicable global and regional standards, procedures and regulatory guidelines.

Technical Skills: Provides statistical and methodological consultation and contributes to multi-disciplinary and multi-company teams. Provide statistical support for case report form design, database development, data validation plan and blinded data review as and when required. Support and lead DMC/IA activities as blinded or unblinded Statistician and lead programming team as per requirement Development of Statistical Analysis Plan including table shells design. Perform statistical programming to generate tables, listings, figures, and statistical analysis. Conduct literature searches to support statistical analysis. Follow project / trial standards and specifications following internal guidelines as well as the guidelines set by the various health authorities. Responds to inquiries from health authorities and other internal or external partners and participate in client or regulatory audits. Chip in to clinical trial result interpretation and facilitate discussions on the same. Guide cross functional teams – Data management and medical writers for all trial related activities Qualifications and/or Experience: PhD or MS in Biostatistics, Statistics or Mathematics Proven ability as statistician with significant time spent in the Pharma, Biotech, or similar sector Detailed knowledge of the pharmaceutical or Medical devices industry including understanding of clinical drug development process and associated documents and regulations. Experience in leading teams Excellent interpersonal, leadership and communication skills and ability to work independently as well as pitching in as a member of a team when needed. Good knowledge of statistical programming languages (including SAS) Proficiency in English What's in it for you:

At Cognizant, we offer a competitive compensation package including excellent benefits such as insurance (available from day 1 of employment), great work-life balance, 401k with matching component, excellent PTO program, and many, many other benefits.

Cognizant embraces diversity: for the second year, Cognizant has been named to the Forbes list of Best Employers for Diversity based on survey responses from its employees! We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until 09/13/2024.

The annual salary for this position is between $73,500 to 86,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off 401(k) plan and contributions Long-term/Short-term Disability Paid Parental Leave Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Cognizant is a global community with more than 345,000 associates around the world. We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen. We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right. We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) is one of the world's leading professional services companies, helping organizations modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they stay ahead in a fast-changing world.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer: 
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.