Senior Biostatistician at Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare with leading businesses and products in diagnostics medical devices nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION:JOB DESCRIPTION:About AbbottAbbott is a global healthcare leader creating breakthrough science to improve peoples health.Werealways looking towards the futureanticipatingchanges in medical science and technology.Working at AbbottAt Abbott you can do work that matters grow and learn care for yourself and family be your trueselfand live a full life.Youll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career youdream of.Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPOAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contributionTuition reimbursement the Freedom 2 Save student debt program andFreeUeducationbenefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelors degree.A company recognized asa great placeto work in dozens of countries around theworld and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well asa best place to work for diversity working mothers female executives and scientists.THIS POSITION IS AN ONSITE DAILY ROLE.We are looking for a Senior Biostatistician for either our Maple Grove MN Santa Clara CA orBurlington MA locations.The OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced high caliber Senior Biostatistician to join Abbotts medicaldeviceclinical research organization. This position includes providing statistical expertise in clinicalstudy design writing statistical analysis plans and reports performing statistical analysis andprogramming checking data quality preparing analysis datasetsgeneratingand/or validatingdata listing and tables/reports. This position will also assist on additional study projects or taskswhich may arise.Working under limited supervision by the statistical manager provides statistical support toclinical study teams and external teams. This includes:statistical input into clinical study designs endpoints hypotheses tests and samplesize calculationsperforming statistical analysis of clinical study datavalidating statistical analyses conducted by statistical peers or colleagues.This position may also perform statistical analysis or provide statistical input on other projects asassigned by the statistical manager. Able to provide significant input into complex clinical studydesignsWhatYoullWork OnJob Duties:Provide statistical input into clinical study design endpoints hypotheses tests andsample size calculationsWrite statistical sections of protocolsWrite statistical analysis plansProvide input into data collection forms (Case Report Forms) and data managementplanProvide input on study processes especially those affecting scientific integrity anddata qualityWrite or provide input into Data Monitoring Committee (DMC) and/or Clinical EventsCommittee (CEC) charterEnsure scientific integrity and data quality of clinical trials are preservedParticipate in DMC meetings as appropriatePrepare statistical reports or statistical sections of clinical study reportsInterpret statistical resultsGenerate line listings for regulatory reporting as appropriatePerform validation of statistical analyses conducted by statistical peers or colleaguesEnsures accuracy of report text and consistency between summary tables in the bodyof reports and the corresponding statistical tables and listings.Responsible for statistical methodsIdentifiesand corrects common flaws in interpretation of results inconsistency inpresentation or inference and adherence to Abbott report guidelines.Provides meaningful input to the development of a report strategy.Works collaboratively with peers to develop quality protocols CRF schema andreports per agreed timelines.Providesaccurateandtimelyanswers to routine questions from clients scientificinsight when answering nonstandard questions and independently pursues analysessuggested by the data.Communicates an understanding of basic clinical principles for his/her project andactsin accordance withthose principles.Can clearly communicate basic statistical concepts to other scientists andnonscientists. Informs supervisor or manager onimportant issuesin a timely manner.Required Qualifications:Masters in statistics or biostatistics with a minimum of 5 years of experience or Ph.D. in statistics or biostatistics with 3 years of experience.Able to write/describe statistical models of moderate complexity.Extensive experience with SAS is; experience with RWinbugs JMP NCSSPASSand other statistical software are a plus.Knowledge of Bayesian and/or adaptive design methods and data mining are a plus.BachelorsDegree ( 16 years) BS/BA with 5 years related work experience OR an equivalent combination of education and work experienceMastersDegree ( 18 years) MS with 3 years of related work experience OR an equivalent combination of education and work experiencePreferred Qualifications:Masters in statistics or biostatistics with a minimum of 5 years of experience or Ph.D.in statistics or biostatistics with 3 years of experience.Able to write/describe statistical models of moderate complexity.Extensive experience with SAS is required; experience with R Winbugs JMP NCSSPASS and other statistical software are a plus.Knowledge of Bayesian and/or adaptive design methods and data mining are a plus.Minimum of 5 years of experience in medical device Clinical Research role ispreferred.WHAT WEOFFER:At Abbott you can have a good job that can grow intoa greatcareer.We offer:A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priorityTraining and career development with onboarding programs for new employees andtuitionassistanceFinancial security through competitive compensationincentivesand retirement plansHealth care and well-being programs including medical dental visionwellnessandoccupational health programsPaid time off401(k) retirement savings with a generous company matchThe stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history ofbeing actively involved in local communities* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in ourHIPPPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.Learn more about our health and wellness benefits which provide the security to help you andyour family live full lives: Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can helpyou build your future and live your best life.Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to employee diversity. The base pay for this position is $86700.00 $173300.00In specific locations the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY:Clinical Affairs / Statistics DIVISION: LOCATION:United States > Santa Clara : Building A - SC ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:United States > Maple Grove : 6820 Wedgwood Road N. WORK SHIFT:Standard TRAVEL:Yes 5 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day) Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: EEO is the Law link - Espanol: Experience:Senior IC Key Skills Graduate Engineering,Accounts Administration,Building Materials,Customer Support,Horticulture Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 86700 - 173300