Translational Project Lead Statistician
Sanofi
August 07, 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).
- Responsible for study protocol developments; develop exploratory statistical analysis plan (SAP); conduct/oversee analyses; prepare clinical study report with medical writer and team.
- Provide innovative, high-quality statistical support to new assay/platform for new vaccine targets; oversee statistical elements in translational studies.
- Serve as statistical subject matter expert collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders (research, immunology, biomarker labs, clinical development, global project management).
- Apply/develop novel solutions to technical problems; generate technical reports and publication manuscripts; represent the company at external conferences.
- Promote quality and productivity through statistical thinking and tool application; utilize AI while ensuring quality.
- Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures according to SOPs.
Basic Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Statistics or Biostatistics.
- 3+ years of experience in translational medicine (or related field) in industry or academia.
- Proven track record of scientific publications.
- Strong statistical methodology and computational skills (R proficiency required).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience applying advanced statistical methods (e.g., Bayesian statistics, linear/non-linear modeling, machine learning).
- Capable of conducting original research and simulations independently.
- Multi-tasking and project management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to influence others across functions globally and drive organizational change.
Benefits:
- Health and wellbeing benefits, including high-quality healthcare and prevention/wellness programs; at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.
- Accountable for statistical aspects on translational strategies of clinical development plans for assigned project(s).
- Responsible for study protocol developments; develop exploratory statistical analysis plan (SAP); conduct/oversee analyses; prepare clinical study report with medical writer and team.
- Provide innovative, high-quality statistical support to new assay/platform for new vaccine targets; oversee statistical elements in translational studies.
- Serve as statistical subject matter expert collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders (research, immunology, biomarker labs, clinical development, global project management).
- Apply/develop novel solutions to technical problems; generate technical reports and publication manuscripts; represent the company at external conferences.
- Promote quality and productivity through statistical thinking and tool application; utilize AI while ensuring quality.
- Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures according to SOPs.
Basic Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Statistics or Biostatistics.
- 3+ years of experience in translational medicine (or related field) in industry or academia.
- Proven track record of scientific publications.
- Strong statistical methodology and computational skills (R proficiency required).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience applying advanced statistical methods (e.g., Bayesian statistics, linear/non-linear modeling, machine learning).
- Capable of conducting original research and simulations independently.
- Multi-tasking and project management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to influence others across functions globally and drive organizational change.
Benefits:
- Health and wellbeing benefits, including high-quality healthcare and prevention/wellness programs; at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.