Sr. Advisor - Statistics

At Lilly, the work is demanding because patients are waiting. We unite caring with discovery to help make life better for people around the world, knowing that every decision, every detail, and every day matters. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our over 50,000 employees around the globe take on complex challenges to discover and deliver life-changing medicines, strengthen how health is understood and managed, and support the communities we serve.

About the role

The Clinical Project Statistician develops or assists in the development of protocol designs, clinical plans, and data analysis plans in collaboration with physicians, clinical research scientists, and other research colleagues. The Clinical Project Statistician is responsible for working with research associates and scientists to establish a reporting database and for analyzing data for clinical studies.

Responsibilities

• 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 actual analysis once a reporting database is created.
  • 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 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.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Statistics OR Biostatistics with at least 3 years of experience in Clinical Research and Development.

Skills

• Proficient in statistical programming languages/software such as SAS, R, Spotfire, WinBUGs, etc.
• Interpersonal communication skills for effective customer consultation.
• Teamwork and leadership skills.
• Technical expertise and application with working knowledge of experimental design and statistical analysis.
• Self-management skills with a focus on results for timely and accurate completion of competing deliverables.
• Resource management skills.
• Creativity and innovation.
• Demonstrated problem solving ability and critical thinking.

Benefits

• Eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k) and pension.
• Vacation benefits.
• Eligibility for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits.
• Flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts).
• Life insurance and death benefits.
• Certain time off and leave of absence benefits.
• Well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).

Pay

The anticipated wage for this position is $166,500 - $244,200. Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance).