Senior / Principal Early Development Statistician (Data Scientist)

Roche; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000

Job description

Senior / Principal Early Development Statistician (Data Scientist)

Organisation: Roche

Location: Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire

Application Deadline: 29 days remaining

Roche fosters diversity, equity and inclusion, representing the communities we serve. When dealing with healthcare on a global scale, diversity is an essential ingredient to success. We believe that inclusion is key to understanding people’s varied healthcare needs. Together, we embrace individuality and share a passion for exceptional care. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position
Shape the Future of Healthcare with Data-Driven Innovation
Are you passionate about using data science to drive impactful decisions in drug development? At Roche, our Data Scientists play a key role in transforming data into life-changing healthcare solutions. Join us in Data and Statistical Sciences (DSS) within Product Development (PD) and PD Data Sciences and Analytics (PDD), where you’ll collaborate with experts to develop groundbreaking therapies for patients worldwide. This role is within the Inflammation, Infectious Disease and Ophthalmology portfolio.

The Opportunity

• Lead statistical strategy and analysis for clinical trials, primarily in early development, influencing go/no-go decisions and clinical development plans.
• Drive innovation and process optimization by leveraging cutting-edge statistical methods, data insights, and automation.
• Partner with cross-functional teams across research, early development, market access, and regulatory affairs to accelerate drug development.
• Engage with global health authorities, shaping regulatory strategies and statistical best practices.
• Mentor and coach colleagues, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

Who You Are

• Expert in statistics & data science – Master’s or PhD in Statistics, Mathematics, or related field, with strong statistical expertise.
• Industry-savvy – Experience in drug development (ideally early phase) with knowledge of clinical trial design and regulatory frameworks.
• Innovative & adaptable – Curious mindset with a passion for applying novel statistical approaches and data-driven decision-making.
• Collaborative & strategic – Strong interpersonal skills to influence and partner across teams and global organizations.
• Technical proficiency – Skilled in statistical software (e.g., R) with fluency in English.

Why Join Us?
At Roche, you’ll work on meaningful projects that impact patients worldwide. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, empowering you to shape the future of healthcare. If you’re ready to make a difference with data, apply now.

Who We Are
At Roche, more than 100,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity, and diversity.

Roche offers a competitive salary plus the excellent benefits you would expect from a blue-chip organisation. There is a fully equipped gym on-site, a library and information centre, and an active sports and social club. We also have a subsidised staff restaurant providing foods to cater for every taste throughout the day. At the heart of the building is an informal meeting area known as The Street which features a coffee shop, snack machine, and cashpoint. A second building on-site, called The Hub, contains modern meeting room and conference facilities. Roche promotes personal well-being and work-life balance. Therefore, flexible working options will be considered for all roles at Roche UK. Roche is committed to creating a diverse & inclusive environment.