JOB TITLE: Statistical Consultant for International Solutions Provider,
Switzerland and UK
SUMMARY OF ROLE: A leading supplier of statistical data analysis software
and services is seeking a Statistician in one of their offices in
Switzerland - either Basel or Zurich. The role holder will participate in
the design and implementation of customised statistical and reporting
applications. Candidates need a strong statistical background together with
good experience in using statistical software for data analysis and
statistical modeling, such as S-PLUS or R. At the same time, he/she must
be a strong communicator with the ability to execute projects at the
customer site. Permanent and contract roles available.
CLIENT INFORMATION: Our client, headquartered in the USA with offices in
Europe and distributors around the world, is a global leader in providing
scalable data and text analysis solutions that enable better and faster
decision making by integrating statistics into business processes. They
offer a contract research service to clients who require their expertise
for innovative analytical projects. Their solutions are used by the
majority of leading companies in industry including pharmaceuticals and
biotechnology who use the technology to streamline their operations and
manage their business risk. Use of the solutions makes it easier to
integrate advanced statistical methods within existing processes thus
enabling the user to reap the benefit of the rapid delivery of advanced
analytics to decision making across the enterprise.
JOB ROLE: Principal responsibilities include:
· Executing projects at the customer site as a Statistical Consultant
· Using statistical software for data analysis and statistical
modelling such as S-Plus or R.
· The analysis, design and implementation / programming of Business
Intelligence projects.
· Planning and executing software training to our customers.
· Supporting our technical hotline by email or phone.
· Working in collaboration with other team members and experts from
various academic backgrounds as well as customers.
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
· Master or equivalent in applied (bio-)statistics or mathematics or
of a related quantitative field.
· Knowledge of commercial statistical packages (S-PLUS, SPSS, SAS, R
etc) is a must, as is good commercial awareness, as well as experience in
statistical programming and modeling.
· Strong experience with a variety of statistical estimation and
forecasting methods.
· Solid experience in statistical consulting.
· Experience in working in a software team environment and with
remote development teams is an asset.
· Understanding of Life Science business processes is an asset.
· Competency in databases (SQL, Oracle, DBII), programming languages
(C, S, Java), operating systems (MS DOS, Windows (2000, NT), UNIX, Linux)
is an asset.
SKILLS & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to
work in a multi-disciplinary team.
· Self-motivated, pragmatic and solution oriented.
· High engagement with the ability to take responsibility.
· Good Project-Management skills
· The ability to multi-task and move forward single projects/tasks at
the same time without losing focus.
· Must be fluent in English. Knowledge of French and German is
highly desirable.
BENEFITS OF THE ROLE: This is an excellent opportunity for a statistician
or biostatistician with good communication skill to lead important projects
in the supply of statistical data analysis software and services. Our
client is offering a great team that needs you and you will be able to
contribute to the direction and success of the business in a meaningful
way. The company offers competitive salaries and generous benefits that
will enable you to enjoy a healthy and productive work/life balance.
If you think you fit the bill, email your CV to: suzy@fforde-
management.com, speak to Suzy Adeosun on +44 (0)1273 222970 or write to us
at Curtis House, 34 Third Avenue, Hove BN3 2PD Fax: (0)44 (0)1273 325350.
If you prefer a different kind of role, call for a confidential chat about
your personal career needs.
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