(Senior)Statistician

AstraZeneca
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Location
China
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
September 8, 2026
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Job Description

Typical Accountabilities

  • Act as a technical expert supporting the delivery of statistical outputs within the area of Biostatics and provide statistical consultancy.
  • Develop operational systems and research processes across area of responsibility to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of projects.
  • Act as a source of knowledge in area of expertise, define and communicate important initiatives across departments and functions.
  • Contribute to establishing and implementing policies, procedures and objectives for own work to ensure compliance with both internal and external regulations.
  • Lead the development of setting statistical standards or techniques in order that the quality, efficiency or effectiveness of projects are improved for overall group efficiency.
  • Account for specialised research to enhance the effectiveness of Biostatistics contributions to worldwide submissions across a range of products.
  • Provide a highly experienced strategic input, statistical expertise, and leadership to project teams in the design and interpretation of clinical studies and programmes of studies.
  • Apply expert statistical skills to support clinical development programs and external regulatory interactions.
  • Promote good statistical practice and ensures adherence with relevant statistical analysis plans.

Qualifications and Skills

Essential: Masters in Statistics or a related discipline; extensive experience in applied statistics within drug development; in-depth understanding of clinical trial data analysis and statistical study design across all phases; proficiency in statistical modeling and simulation for clinical program enhancement.

Desirable: Doctoral degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field; certification in advanced statistical software tools; experience with regulatory submission practices; familiarity with global health authority guidelines; excellent written and verbal communication skills; a publication history in peer-reviewed journals; leadership experience in cross-functional biostatistical projects.

Key Relationship to Reach Solutions

Internal: Members of all functions on project team; Members of Development.

External: External service providers; External regulatory agencies.

Date Posted

01-9月-2026

Closing Date

30-12月-2026

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the job located, and is it remote/hybrid/on-site?
The position is located in China. The job posting does not specify a remote, hybrid, or on-site work-mode policy.
What are the key responsibilities of this role?
You will provide statistical expertise and leadership to project teams, support clinical development programs, and deliver statistical outputs. Responsibilities include developing operational systems, establishing statistical standards, contributing to policies, and supporting worldwide regulatory submissions.
What qualifications and experience are required?
You must have a Master's degree in Statistics or a related discipline, extensive experience in applied statistics within drug development, an in-depth understanding of clinical trial data analysis and study design across all phases, and proficiency in statistical modeling and simulation.
Who will I interact with in this role?
Internally, you will work with members of all functions on the project team and members of Development. Externally, you will interact with external service providers and external regulatory agencies.
What is the application deadline for this position?
The closing date for applications is December 30, 2026.

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