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Senior Associate, Senior Statistical Data Scientist

5-8 years
Not Disclosed
10 Nov. 13, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills:

datJob Title:

Senior Associate – Senior Statistical Data Scientist

Location:

Chennai, India

Job Type:

Full-time | Hybrid Work Model

Posted:

30+ Days Ago

Job ID:

4943814


About Pfizer

At Pfizer, we are in relentless pursuit of breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Our mission is to innovate continuously to make the world a healthier place. Guided by our core values of Courage, Excellence, Equity, and Joy, we work collaboratively to accelerate scientific discovery and deliver life-changing medicines to people around the globe.


Role Summary

This is an individual contributor role within Pfizer Research & Development, responsible for delivering high-quality, hands-on statistical programming to support clinical studies, assets, and portfolios. The role involves working with medium-to-high complexity statistical deliverables, collaborating with cross-functional global teams, and ensuring compliance with Pfizer’s quality and process standards.


Key Responsibilities

  • Perform hands-on programming and validation using SAS, R, or Python to support study, project, or portfolio-level statistical deliverables.

  • Contribute up to 80% of time to programming and 20% to self-learning, innovation, and process improvement initiatives.

  • Develop, review, and validate datasets, TFLs (Tables, Figures, Listings) as per CDISC-aligned Pfizer standards.

  • Execute and modify existing code bases to meet evolving study requirements and specifications.

  • Ensure high-quality documentation and QC across all programming deliverables.

  • Collaborate effectively with clinical, statistical, and data management teams to ensure alignment with study milestones.

  • Demonstrate strong understanding of safety and therapeutic area (TA) data standards and contribute to developing new standards as required.

  • Apply analytical problem-solving skills to routine and complex programming challenges.

  • Provide timely progress updates to leads and ensure deliverables meet timelines and quality standards.

  • Contribute to SDSA (Statistical Data Science & Analysis) initiatives, both globally and locally, driving innovation in statistical programming.


Qualifications & Experience

  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Data Science, or related quantitative discipline.

  • Experience: Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in statistical programming within clinical research or the pharmaceutical industry.

  • Technical Skills:

    • Proficiency in SAS, with working knowledge of R or Python preferred.

    • Strong understanding of CDISC SDTM and ADaM standards.

    • Familiarity with data standards, automation, and analytics.

  • Soft Skills:

    • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

    • Ability to work effectively across time zones and global teams.

    • Strong problem-solving, analytical, and self-learning mindset.


Work Location Assignment:

Hybrid – Flexible combination of on-site and remote work.


Equal Opportunity Statement

Pfizer is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in all its operations. We comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity legislation across jurisdictions.


Experience Level:
Senior-level (Minimum 5–8 years of experience in statistical programming or data science in clinical research).