Senior Scientist, Biostatistics
Merck
August 12, 2026
On-site
Rahway, NJ
Clinical Research and Development
Senior Scientist, Biostatistics – Rahway, NJ
Responsibilities:
- Serve as statistical representative in cross-functional teams for clinical trial planning, execution, and reporting.
- Develop protocols and data analysis plans; determine appropriate statistical methodology.
- Participate in database design meetings to ensure high-quality data and analysis readiness.
- Collaborate with statistical programming staff to meet analysis requirements, SOPs, and external regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate suitability of software for planned analyses; identify needs for novel statistical methodology/program development.
- Analyze clinical trial data, interpret results, and meet protocol objectives.
- Independently apply basic and complex statistical analysis techniques.
- Prepare oral and written reports to communicate results to project teams, management, regulatory agencies, and investigators.
- Respond to queries on study design, analysis, and interpretation from monitors, regulators, and investigators.
- Plan and ensure accuracy of Statistical Review Aids submitted to regulatory agencies.
- Participate in discussions with management, regulatory scientific personnel, and investigators on proposed/ongoing studies.
- Engage in research activities for innovative statistical methods and applications.
Education Requirements:
- Ph.D. in Statistics/Biostatistics (or related field) OR Master’s in Statistics/Biostatistics (or related field) with 3+ years relevant experience.
Required Skills/Qualifications:
- Knowledge of statistical analysis methodologies and experimental design; working knowledge of SAS and/or R.
- Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to work with diverse functional teams.
- Strong interest in statistical research and applying novel methods to clinical trial development; proactive, detail-focused, and motivated.
Compensation and Benefits (as stated):
- Salary range: $117,000.00–$184,200.00/year.
- Eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement (401(k)), paid holidays, vacation, compassionate and sick days.
Application Instructions:
- Current Employees apply HERE; Current Contingent Workers apply HERE.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as statistical representative in cross-functional teams for clinical trial planning, execution, and reporting.
- Develop protocols and data analysis plans; determine appropriate statistical methodology.
- Participate in database design meetings to ensure high-quality data and analysis readiness.
- Collaborate with statistical programming staff to meet analysis requirements, SOPs, and external regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate suitability of software for planned analyses; identify needs for novel statistical methodology/program development.
- Analyze clinical trial data, interpret results, and meet protocol objectives.
- Independently apply basic and complex statistical analysis techniques.
- Prepare oral and written reports to communicate results to project teams, management, regulatory agencies, and investigators.
- Respond to queries on study design, analysis, and interpretation from monitors, regulators, and investigators.
- Plan and ensure accuracy of Statistical Review Aids submitted to regulatory agencies.
- Participate in discussions with management, regulatory scientific personnel, and investigators on proposed/ongoing studies.
- Engage in research activities for innovative statistical methods and applications.
Education Requirements:
- Ph.D. in Statistics/Biostatistics (or related field) OR Master’s in Statistics/Biostatistics (or related field) with 3+ years relevant experience.
Required Skills/Qualifications:
- Knowledge of statistical analysis methodologies and experimental design; working knowledge of SAS and/or R.
- Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to work with diverse functional teams.
- Strong interest in statistical research and applying novel methods to clinical trial development; proactive, detail-focused, and motivated.
Compensation and Benefits (as stated):
- Salary range: $117,000.00–$184,200.00/year.
- Eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement (401(k)), paid holidays, vacation, compassionate and sick days.
Application Instructions:
- Current Employees apply HERE; Current Contingent Workers apply HERE.