STATISTICIAN / DATA ANALYST Centocor, an operating company of Johnson & Johnson, seeks a highly motivated statistician/data analyst to work in its newly formed Nonclinical Statistics group. We support innovative science in the discovery and research of biotechnology therapies, with obligatory emphasis on the application of modern statistical approaches.
Primary responsibilities of the position include collaborations with researchers on experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation. Development of software, development of statistical methodology, and co-authorship of publications and presentations are also primary responsibilities. The position is based in the Valley Forge area northwest of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in the USA. Extraordinary applicants from outside the US are welcome, subject to visa limitations. The scope of the nonclinical statistics group focuses on needs outside traditional clinical trials. This includes preclinical in-vivo, in-vitro, and in-silico studies, as well as product formulations. We also serve experimental medicine needs in clinical pharmacology. A Ph.D. or Masters in statistics or appropriate data-analytic discipline is required. Comprehensive understanding of linear models is essential. There are unlimited opportunities to successfully apply 'modern' approaches such as resistance & robustness, good data graphs, resampling, and high-dimension reduction. Good oral and written skills are crucial, as is the desire to learn enough of the relevant science to interact effectively. Excellent software skills are also essential. Facility in the S language, preferably R, is expected. A successful candidate must be constantly eager to expand their statistical, communications, and computing expertise. S/he must also be enjoy the process of building long-term collaborative relationships, be at ease with either non-rigid or rigid structure to projects, and be professional in handling numerous projects simultaneously. Centocor R&D is a culture of passionate professionals. From top-on-down in the organization, statisticians are highly-valued partners for their contributions to scientific and business objectives. The innovative spirit of our biotechnology company is backed by the trust of our parent company Johnson & Johnson (http://www.jnj.com/our_company/), a worldwide leader in health products and services. Centocor is in a healthy stage of growth, and the commitment to a dedicated, expanding nonclinical statistics group is strong. We are located in the Valley Forge area of Pennsylvania, USA, approximately 25 miles northwest of Philadelphia. If you believe your interests and background match the above description then please mail your CV or resume and a cover letter to ATTENTION: Open Position Bill Pikounis Nonclinical Statistics 200 Great Valley Parkway, MailStop C-4-1 Malvern, PA 19355 or submit it electronically by reply to this message. Thank you very much, Bill ------------------------------- Bill Pikounis, PhD Nonclinical Statistics Centocor, Inc. 200 Great Valley Parkway MailStop C4-1 Malvern, PA 19355 610 240 8498 fax 610 651 6717 [[alternative HTML version deleted]] ______________________________________________ R-help@stat.math.ethz.ch mailing list https://stat.ethz.ch/mailman/listinfo/r-help PLEASE do read the posting guide! http://www.R-project.org/posting-guide.html
