Senior Scientist, Biostatistics

Johnson & Johnson

. Provide statistical input into the clinical development of drugs for treatment of cancer .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $109,000 - $174,800 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in statistical analysis and clinical study design, with a strong focus on oncology and regulatory compliance. Proficient in leading statistical analysis plans and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance clinical development processes.

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Ph D In Statistics Or Related FieldStatistical Analysis PlansSAS SoftwareR SoftwareGood Clinical Practices

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Hard Skills

Statistical AnalysisClinical Data AnalysisClinical Study DesignStatistical ReportingData Interpretation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAnalytical SkillsPresentation Skills

Industry Keywords

OncologyClinical TrialsRegulatory RequirementsTherapeutic AreaBiomarkers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide statistical input into the clinical development of drugs for treatment of cancer
Work with the clinical team in designing clinical studies
Lead and author statistical analysis plans
Conduct statistical analyses
Provide statistical input to clinical study reports
Provide input in preparing scientific presentations and manuscripts
Participate in process improvement, training, standards development, and enhancing statistical technical expertise
Liaise with statisticians and therapeutic area leaders
Build working relationships with internal SAS programmers, clinical trial managers, regulatory affairs, medical writing, and other disciplines
Support the Oncology Therapeutic Area, including solid tumors, hematologic malignancies, cancer interception, biomarkers, and early tumor microenvironment changes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ph D in Statistics or related field, OR a Master’s Degree with at least six (6) years of clinical data analysis experience
Working knowledge of statistical software such as SAS and R
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including formal presentation skills
Excellent analytical skills
Experience and knowledge of Good Clinical Practices and regulatory requirements for clinical drug development, including the conduct of clinical trials (preferred)
Experience presenting to technical and lay groups at public meetings (preferred)
Experience working in the area of Oncology (a plus)
May require up to approximately 10% international and domestic travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Consolidated retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
Hybrid schedule: 3 days per week working on site and 2 days per week working remotely
Up to approximately 10% international and domestic travel allowance/arrangement