Statistician
Roche is hiring a Statistician in Shanghai, China. Level rates it ; you can apply on Roche.
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- Little AI ●○○○ is how Level rates this role: aI is not part of the work.
- The posting mentions biostatistics, clinical trials and statistical analysis among its tools and skills.
- Level classes it as a mid-level role.
- Roche has 1,200+ other open roles on Level.
- Posted within the past week.
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Apply statistical expertise to design, conduct, analyze, and interpret clinical trials and drug development programs.
At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.
The Position
A healthier future. It’s what drives us to innovate. To continuously advance science and ensure everyone has access to the healthcare they need today and for generations to come. Creating a world where we all have more time with the people we love. That’s what makes us Roche.
This role is within Biostatistics, a core function within Product Development Data Science and Analytics (PDD) that provides strategic leadership and scientifi c rigor across Development at Roche. Biostatistics identifi es opportunities to apply the full breadth of data, digital, and design capabilities to deploy innovative methods across PDD, PD and the broader Roche Pharma organization.
As trusted analytical partners in end-to-end drug development, Biostatistics leverages data to drive scientifi cally rigorous programmatic decisions across Roche’s Development portfolio; Biostatistics designs robust trials and analysis plans that increase the probability of technical success, accelerating timelines to advance Roche’s clinical pipeline and promote regulatory success — ultimately bringing medicines to our patients faster.
The Opportunity: The Statistician is a key member of the cross-functional study or molecule team, responsible for applying statistical expertise to the design, conduct, analysis, and interpretation of individual clinical trials. This role ensures the scientifi c rigor and regulatory compliance of the study by contributing to protocol development, authoring statistical analysis plans, performing or overseeing data analyses, and supporting the interpretation and communication of results. The Statistician plays a critical role in ensuring that each study generates robust, meaningful data to support decision-making and regulatory submissions.
● You contribute to trial design under guidance, applying standard statistical methods
● You draft and review protocols, statistical analysis plans (SAPs), and case report forms (CRFs) using templates and precedents
● You perform or support statistical analyses as per statistical analysis plans, escalating issues when needed
● You represent Biostatistics and PDD at the Study Team level, ensuring statistical and scientifi c rigor of study deliverables under guidance
● You collaborate with study team members to meet deliverables, following existing processes
● You summarize fi ndings clearly with support from senior colleagues
● You contribute to CSR development and regulatory responses using established templates
● You apply judgment to address moderately complex statistical or data issues, balancing scientifi c rigor with appropriate fl exibility, and seek guidance when facing novel or ambiguous situations
● You adhere to functional standards by participating in peer review and mentoring relationships to uphold quality and build methodological and regulatory expertise
Who You Are:
● You hold an MSc or PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, or a closely related quantitative fi eld
● You have 0-2 years of relevant experience in clinical trial statistics within a pharmaceutical, biotech, or CRO setting
● You are familiar with ICH guidelines, GCP, and regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA)
● You have a strong understanding of statistical principles and methodology relevant to clinical trial design and analysis
● You are profi cient in SAS and/or R and familiar with CDISC standards
● You demonstrate capacity for independent thinking and ability to make decisions based upon sound principles
● You bring excellent strategic agility including problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and agility that extends beyond the technical domain
● You demonstrate respect for cultural differences when interacting with colleagues in the global workplace
● You have excellent verbal and written communication skills, specifi cally in the areas of presentation and writing, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts in clear language
Preferred:
● Experience working in cross-functional teams
● Effective communication skills with the ability to translate complex statistical concepts for non-statistical audiences
● Experience with multiple phases of drug development (early and/or late stage)
● Excellent communication skills, including the ability to infl uence and translate complex data for non-technical stakeholders
● Strategic mindset with the ability to contribute to portfolio-level decisions
Who we are
A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100’000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.
Let’s build a healthier future, together.
Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
How we rate this
Statistician at Roche rates 10 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
Little AI. AI is not part of the work.
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