Translational Project Lead Statistician
Sanofi
June 25, 2026
Remote friendly (Waltham, MA)
United States
$122,250 - $176,583.33 USD yearly
Clinical Research and Development
Main Responsibilities
- Accountable for statistical aspects on translational strategies of clinical development plans for assigned project(s).
- Develop exploratory statistical analysis plans (SAP), conduct/oversee analyses, and prepare clinical study reports with the medical writer and team.
- Provide innovative statistical support for new assays/platforms for new vaccine targets; oversee statistical elements in translational studies.
- Serve as statistical subject matter expert to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across research, immunology, biomarker labs, clinical development, and global project management.
- Apply/develop novel solutions to technical challenges; generate technical reports and publication manuscripts; represent the company at external conferences.
- Promote quality and productivity through development/teaching/application of statistical thinking and tools; utilize AI while ensuring quality.
- Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Basic Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Statistics or Biostatistics
- 3+ years of experience in translational medicine (industry or academic institutions)
- Proven track record of scientific publications
- Strong statistical methodology and computational skills (R proficiency required)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with advanced statistical methods (e.g., Bayesian statistics, linear/non-linear modeling, machine learning)
- Ability to conduct original research and simulations independently
- Multi-tasking and project management skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to influence others across functions in a global environment and drive organizational change
- Accountable for statistical aspects on translational strategies of clinical development plans for assigned project(s).
- Develop exploratory statistical analysis plans (SAP), conduct/oversee analyses, and prepare clinical study reports with the medical writer and team.
- Provide innovative statistical support for new assays/platforms for new vaccine targets; oversee statistical elements in translational studies.
- Serve as statistical subject matter expert to collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across research, immunology, biomarker labs, clinical development, and global project management.
- Apply/develop novel solutions to technical challenges; generate technical reports and publication manuscripts; represent the company at external conferences.
- Promote quality and productivity through development/teaching/application of statistical thinking and tools; utilize AI while ensuring quality.
- Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Basic Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Statistics or Biostatistics
- 3+ years of experience in translational medicine (industry or academic institutions)
- Proven track record of scientific publications
- Strong statistical methodology and computational skills (R proficiency required)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with advanced statistical methods (e.g., Bayesian statistics, linear/non-linear modeling, machine learning)
- Ability to conduct original research and simulations independently
- Multi-tasking and project management skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to influence others across functions in a global environment and drive organizational change