Major Duties Performed (Main Functions)l   Provides statistical methodology and project management support for commercial deliverables as well as custom studies. l   Develops tactical study plans in answer to business questions, performs quantitative research, and provides written summaries of study results. l   Gathers recommendations from other departments to develop research plans, identifying appropriate data sources, and delivery options in meeting client information and analyses needs. l   Defines statistical design and methodology to meet client information needs. l   May manage statisticians and statistical programmers processing study data. l   Conducts statistical analyses to derive conclusions from the study, and identifies new opportunities for standard reports and for value-added analytics. l   Consults with clients on design and methodology and provides input for client proposals. l   Works on projects of complex scope where independent judgement is used within a broad range of defined procedures and practices. l   Develops new applications and methodologies for existing or newly aquired data. l   Leads design efforts in selecting statistical methodology for use in the development and launch of new products.

Minimum Education, Experience, & Specialized Knowledge Required:l   Bachelor’s,  Master's or Ph.D. degree or equivalent in Statistics, Mathematics, Bio-informatics or a related field experience with a Ph.D. and proficiency in statistical programming software. l   Innovative thinking on conceptual products and services, knowledge of state-of-the-art statistical/longitudinal/data mining methods, and independent personal development in new database sources. l   Excellent oral and written communication skills. l   Ability to work under stringent deadlines and be multi-task oriented. l   Experience with pharmaceutical industry strongly desired.