Analytical Data Scientist (Statistical Programmer) Welwyn, England
Job description
Healthcare’s future is data driven. As a Analytical Data Scientist at Roche Pharma, you’ll be actively shaping this future as a member of Data and Statistical Sciences (DSS) within Product Development (PD) and PD Data Sciences (PDD). Data Scientists at Roche are essential leaders in the field; they drive and implement a broad range of quantitative drug development strategies; they bring data to life and enable the organization to make the best possible data-driven decisions.
As a PDD Data Scientist, you are responsible for delivery and/or leadership of molecule and device products in our pipeline on a level that is matching your experience. You’ll support the strategic and analytical direction of our PDD products by driving and supporting key aspects of our portfolio to create maximum impact to the global organization, directly and indirectly supporting our pipeline and ultimately our patients.
Key Responsibilities:
As an Analytical Data Scientist, you will provide analytical and programming expertise and/or leadership support for the reporting and analysis of clinical trials and related submissions to Health Authorities worldwide.
You are expected to be skilled in creating analytical and data applications that can be used across different products.
Technical Qualifications
Expertise in R, SAS, python and/or other programming languages.
Expertise in writing reusable functions and packages.
Knowledge of modern version control systems and software development techniques
Good understanding of clinical data and knowledge of CDISC data standards
Understanding of open source software development
Expertise in manipulating and analyzing various data types related to clinical trials, including digital health, genomic and biomarkers
Experience in transforming, organizing and analyzing healthcare data
General Qualifications
College/University degree – bachelor degree or higher or equivalent education in scientific, medical or relevant technical discipline.
Understanding of the end-to-end drug development lifecycle, particularly as relevant to the Specialty of interest.
Track record of establishing successful internal partnerships and collaborations.
Influential and confident communicator
Demonstrates experience or is adaptable to utilizing and/or models modern ways of working consistent with an agile and growth mindset, and agile behaviors and methodologies.
Fluency in written and spoken English
Ability to work across multiple cultures and countries
Willingness to travel as required
Preferred
Experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry
Knowledge of GCP, international regulations, guidelines and their application, and all other applicable compliance standards
Location
This role will be based at our office in Welwyn Garden City, just north of London. You can view our Site Fly Through Video here: - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gd6OOU9CAP4
Our award-winning office, known as Hexagon Place, was opened in 2005 and provides a modern, flexible working environment with facilities that are second-to-none. Around 2,000 people work at our Welwyn office in Global Early Development (pRED), Global Product Development (PD), Commercial (Rx) and our Corporate functions. There is a fully equipped gym on-site, a library and information center, and an active sports and social club. We also have a subsidised staff restaurant providing foods to cater for every taste throughout the day. At the heart of the building is an informal meeting area known as The Street which features a coffee shop, snack machine and cashpoint. A second building on-site, called The Hub, contains modern meeting room and conference facilities.
If you are proud of contributing and feel you have the commitment to teamwork and innovation that we are seeking, then Roche is the organisation for you. Every role at Roche plays a part in making a difference to patients’ lives. If you want to work in a passionate team, make your mark and improve lives, apply now.
Good luck with your application.
At Roche, more than 100,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity.
Our UK Pharmaceutical head office is situated in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, with beautiful countryside surrounding the area. Supported by major motorways & airports as well as being a 30 minute train ride to London, access is easy. Our award-winning office, known as Hexagon Place, was opened in 2005 and provides a modern, flexible working environment with facilities that are second-to-none. Around 2,000 people work at our Welwyn office in Global Early Development (pRED), Global Product Development (PD), Commercial (Rx) and our Corporate functions.
Roche offer a competitive salary plus the excellent benefits you would expect from a blue-chip organisation. There is a fully equipped gym on-site, a library and information centre, and an active sports and social club. We also have a subsidised staff restaurant providing foods to cater for every taste throughout the day. At the heart of the building is an informal meeting area known as The Street which features a coffee shop, snack machine and cashpoint. A second building on-site, called The Hub, contains modern meeting room and conference facilities. Roche promotes personal well-being and work-life balance. Therefore, flexible working options will be considered for all roles at Roche UK. Roche is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Roche.
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Roche Products Ltd. At Roche Products we believe diversity drives innovation and we are committed to building a diverse and flexible working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion or belief, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability or age. We recognise the importance of flexible working and will review all applicants’ requests with care. At Roche difference is valued and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work.
