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Senior / Principal Statistician - GlaxoSmithKline. Greenford, Southeast England. Do you have a minimum of 3 years experience, with preferably much of this time being in the clinical pharmacology area, and have demonstrated ability to contribute successfully and to influence in a cross-functional matrix environment? The Candidate: MSc in Statistics is required, ideally with some medical statistics content. You will ideally have at least 3 years experience in the pharmaceutical industry as well. Applications are particularly welcomed from more experienced candidates and from those with a PhD in a statistics-related area. Role Details: Around the world, people rely on the dedication and innovation of GlaxoSmithKline to help them lead longer, healthier, happier lives. With exciting new compounds currently in development in the respiratory and inflammation therapeutic areas, targeted at asthma, rhinitis, COPD and RA disease areas, the Clinical Pharmacology Statistics and Programming team based in Greenford is a vital part of the matrix that brings new drug compounds through from the laboratory into healthy volunteers and ultimately to our key customers, the patients. In a fast-paced environment, as a vital part of a team of energetic, busy professional statisticians and programmers, you will be contributing to every aspect of the design and analysis of trials of these new compounds in Phase 1 of their clinical development. There is also the opportunity to contribute to methodology and research into the use of novel biomarkers and endpoints. As well as using your proven statistical expertise, you will advise international clinical development programmes and also research the statistical methodology appropriate for new areas. Working closely with clinical pharmacologists, clinical research scientists, and data managers as well as other statisticians, you will have excellent team-working and planning skills, along with a wide knowledge of the drug development process. GSK Ref: 20200 To Apply: Please use the "cover letter" of your online application to describe how you feel you meet the requirements of the role (however you are also welcome to include other information such as salary expectations, dates you may be unavailable to interview, etc.) Thank you. At GlaxoSmithKline we provide a supportive working environment, and a range of development challenges and opportunities. We also offer competitive benefits and compensation packages designed to attract and to retain the very best. For confidential consideration and efficient processing, please apply online at: http://careers.peopleclick.com/client40_gsk/BU1/External_Pages_UK/newcandidate.asp?Source=ALL&JobID=16338 Please only apply by clicking on this link or by cutting and pasting it into your web browser. Thank you for taking the time and effort to apply for this role. Please note that we will only contact you again if you are invited to interview. All data processed in accordance with the provisions of the Data Protection Act. GSK is proud to promote an open culture, encouraging people to be themselves and giving their ideas a chance to flourish. GSK is an equal opportunity employer.