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 foundation in SAS and R. Capable of effectively communicating complex statistical concepts to diverse audiences and collaborating with cross-functional teams in the oncology therapeutic area.

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PhD In StatisticsStatistical Analysis PlansSAS SoftwareR SoftwareGood Clinical Practices

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Hard Skills

Statistical AnalysisClinical Data AnalysisClinical Study DesignStatistical ReportingProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsAnalytical SkillsPresentation Skills

Industry Keywords

OncologyClinical TrialsRegulatory RequirementsBiomarkersTumor Microenvironment

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 tumor microenvironment research

Requirements

What you’ll need

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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 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 onsite and 2 days per week remotely
Inclusive interview process and disability accommodations