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Senior Advisor – Biostatistics

3 years
Not Disclosed
10 Nov. 26, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Senior Advisor – Biostatistics | Lilly Bengaluru

Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Category: Research & Development
Job Type: Full-Time, Regular
Job ID: R-76298

About Lilly

Lilly is a global leader in healthcare, committed to advancing scientific innovation and delivering life-changing medicines worldwide. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, our teams collaborate across continents to accelerate research, improve disease management, and contribute to community well-being through service and scientific excellence. We are driven by a people-first culture and a dedication to improving global health outcomes.


Role Overview: Senior Advisor – Biostatistics

The Senior Advisor – Biostatistics will play a critical role in clinical development by designing statistical components of clinical studies, guiding protocol development, driving data analysis strategies, and ensuring scientific rigor across multiple research programs. This role partners closely with medical, scientific, and data management teams to support high-quality evidence generation.

This position requires strong statistical expertise, cross-functional collaboration skills, and the ability to effectively communicate clinical study results to internal stakeholders, regulators, and scientific audiences.


Key Responsibilities

1. Statistical Trial Design and Analysis

  • Collaborate with clinical and scientific teams to develop study protocols, statistical plans, and study designs.

  • Select appropriate statistical methods, author protocol sections, and conduct or oversee data analysis.

  • Work with data management teams to define and implement data quality and data assurance plans.

  • Stay updated on evolving statistical methodologies to ensure the application of modern and scientifically justified approaches.

  • Participate in peer review of statistical deliverables from internal colleagues.

2. Communication of Results

  • Contribute to the writing of clinical study reports and scientific summaries.

  • Present statistical results in regulatory submissions, publications, and scientific meetings.

  • Support responses to regulatory queries and communicate directly with regulatory authorities as required.

  • Provide clear, data-driven insights to cross-functional teams and key stakeholders.

3. Therapeutic Area Knowledge

  • Build a strong understanding of disease areas relevant to assigned projects.

  • Apply therapeutic knowledge to enhance scientific quality and customer-focused collaboration.

  • Serve as a scientific contributor to inform evidence strategies and decision-making.

4. Regulatory Compliance

  • Ensure work aligns with corporate, medical, regulatory, and departmental standards.

  • Maintain compliance with training curricula, quality systems, and documentation requirements.


Required Qualifications & Experience

  • M.S. or Ph.D. in Statistics, Biostatistics, or a related discipline.

  • Minimum 3 years of relevant industry or clinical research experience in statistical analyses, biostatistics, or study design.


Preferred Skills & Additional Requirements

  • Strong proficiency in SAS programming and statistical analysis tools.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effective cross-functional collaboration.

  • Demonstrated ability in teamwork, leadership, and scientific problem-solving.

  • Experience with experimental design, statistical modeling, and regulatory submission processes.

  • Strong organizational and self-management skills with focus on accuracy and timely delivery.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and apply strategic thinking.

  • Creativity, innovation, and the ability to work effectively in matrix teams.


Additional Information

Lilly is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. Candidates requiring application accommodations may submit a request through Lilly’s official accommodation portal. Lilly maintains a nondiscrimination policy covering age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected categories.