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Senior Principal Biostatistician

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Meets the UK Skilled Worker salary threshold (£41,700, as of Oct 2026)

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  • Posted pay, taken as full-time and yearly (the posting doesn’t say): £57,190–106,210.

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  • London, United Kingdom
  • £57–106k/year (assumed)
  • Employment type: Full-time ·
  • Level: Lead

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Description (EN)

Salary Range:

£57,190.00 - £106,210.00


 

Job Description Summary

#LI-Onsite
Location: London, UK

This role is based in London, UK. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role. Please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

We are in search of a Senior Principal Biostatistician to join our Neuroscience team within Advanced Quantitative Sciences. Come to an industry leader where you will lead implementation of modern and innovative trial/experimental designs, statistical models, analysis and data exploration methodologies at the study level and you will be responsible for all statistical work, scientific and operational, in collaboration with the clinical trial teams and other quantitative partners


 

Job Description

Your Key Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for all statistical tasks on the assigned trials.
  • Protocol development in alignment with the development plan, developing statistical analysis plan, reporting activities.
  • Contribute to planning and execution of exploratory analyses and statistical consultation within your cross-functional teams.
  • Initiate, drive and implement novel methods and innovative trial designs in alignment with the Lead Statistician.
  • Collaborate with clinical, regulatory and other strategic functions to drive quantitative decision making in assigned indications/program with oversight.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally (e.g. data management, programming, medical writing) to ensure timeliness and quality of statistical deliverables.
  • Contribute to external engagement with consultants, advisory boards, health authorities, congresses, and scientific meetings


Essential Requirements:

  • PhD experience preferred OR MS with extensive experience
  • Fluent English (oral and written)
  • Strong communication and presentation skills

Benefits & Rewards


At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.


Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: 57,190.00 - 106,210.00 GBP


The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.


In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.


The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.


Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.


Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering:

https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf


Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.


 

Skills Desired

Automation, Biostatistics, Clinical Trials, Computer Programming, Metadata Management, Statistical Analysis
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