Statistician - Medical Research & Development

Alimentiv is a global CRO with a singular focus: advancing therapies for patients with gastrointestinal diseases. GI is our WHY and for more than 30 years that purpose has driven our scientific rigour, operational excellence, and deep therapeutic expertise, including supporting more than 70% of IBD compounds in development.
We operate as a private, profit-with-purpose company, channeling our commercial success back into scientific research, technology, and our people. With approximately 700 people across multiple countries and three service lines, we are growing deliberately, and the capability of our leaders and our organization is central to how we get there.

If you want to do meaningful work, build something real, and invest back in research that changes lives — we want to meet you!

This opening is for our Medical Research & Development team.

Responsible for the application of biostatistical methods to support clinical trials and data management, including statistical planning, design, analysis, and reporting throughout the project life cycle in accordance with project, organizational and regulatory standards. Act as subject matter expert, providing statistical support to project teams, quality/study auditors, and external stakeholders. Participate in the promotion of Alimentiv as a global research organization, by contributing to the development, publishing, and reporting of project data. Lead and develop a group of statisticians and SAS Programmers.

Positions available: 1 (remote based, Canada or USA)

What We Offer

In addition, as an Alimentiv Employee, you’re also eligible for the following programs:

• Education Reimbursement program for full-time employees
• Monthly Cell Phone and Remote Work Allowance (dependent on role eligibility)
• One time office setup allowance (can be used to purchase a scanner/printer, extra monitor, office furniture, etc.)
• Working while visiting program – up to 4 weeks per year!
• Flexible Summer Hours Program from May – September
• Employee referral incentive – we know great people know other great people, and we think that warrants recognition!
• Full-time employees also become beneficiaries of the Alimentiv Trust after one year of employment, and permanent members after 5 years of employment
• Optional formal mentorship program (Alimentorship); country/region annual social events in person; leadership development programs for people leaders in accordance with your seniority; social committee and several other optional initiatives designed to support you in feeling like part of the Alimentiv team!

Additional benefits may be available depending on the country of employment and are subject to local policies and eligibility.

Our Services

• End-to-end GI clinical trial services, from protocol design through submission support
• Central medical imaging management and endoscopic reading
• Precision medicine and biomarker solutions
• Real-world evidence and clinical consulting
• Histopathology and lab services through AcelaBio

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please submit your resume through the Alimentiv Careers Portal or via LinkedIn’s Easy Apply. Resumes must be submitted in English.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

Alimentiv is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, religion or belief, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital or family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Accommodations are available upon request for persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. Requests can be directed to [email protected].

Analysis Services

• Carry out statistical analyses and provide direction to programmers, using standard software packages to interpret and translate results within a statistical framework into biomedical terms and prepare statistical data results for inclusion in reports and research papers that meet trial, organizational and regulatory best practices, and standards.

Academic and Project Research Support

• Working in conjunction with the Director of Academic Research, convert and present new and novel biometrical trial technologies, processes and findings into publishable and promotable scientific processes and results.
• Provide statistical expertise and guidance based on established methodologies throughout the project life cycle in the areas of study policies, protocols, implementation timelines and processes, data interpretation and publication of results. Work with data management team to ensure data captured incorporates and corresponds to project protocols and requirements.

Statistical Analysis/Data Collection Planning and Study Report Support

• Prepare statistical analysis plan and oversee project data collection, management, and analysis, with input from the project teams, that incorporates the type of information collected, sample size, randomization procedures, table and listing shells, project statistical policies, protocols, and methodology to be used to appropriately translate scientific questions into statistical hypotheses.
• Assist medical director(s) and/or technical writers by preparing statistical section of study report, publications and/or presentations ensuring statistical analyses adheres to trial, sponsor, organizational and regulatory requirements, and best practices.

Personnel Management

• Assign/schedule studies and tasks to functional unit to ensure project needs are met.
• Responsible for performance management (staff evaluation, performance improvement and lost time management) of direct reports.
• Provide direction and support to project financial coordinators and promote team development by providing coaching, mentoring, and training.
• Develop and deliver ongoing training on document user systems, document naming and department Quality System processes to peers and stakeholders, including new employee orientation.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate should hold a minimum of an undergraduate degree with professional certifications and 4-6 years of professional experience. A Masters' degree in Statistics or Biostatistics specialty is preferred.
• PhD with experience in research is a strong asset.
• Experience in the industry, or in an academic setting is preferred.
• Very strong communication skills is a must.

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