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If you are interested in this position, please view the website whose address appears at the bottom of this message. Please do not respond to this email. _______________________________________________________________________ Ref: DEV469 Region: North West England Job: Category Scientific R&D - Global Development Specialism: Statistics Department: Global Clinical Development Band/Grade: C Closing date for applications: 11 August 2006 Description This is a 12 month fixed term contract position to be located at Alderley Park, Cheshire, for one year. * Work with the Biostatistics Director to assist in the planning, monitoring and delivery of global improvement plans * Enhance the statistical systems tools and processes for statistical design, analysis, exploitation and interpretation of data * Increase the capability of Biostatistics * Participate in specific technical and statistical programming projects to support the capability development of global Biostatistics to enable the delivery of high quality statistical contributions to clinical development. Accountabilities/Responsibilities * Work with Biostatstics Director, Statisticians, Programmers and Development Information Systems to evaluate systems, tools and processes * Work with Biostatistics Action team and Improvement project leaders to monitor delivery of global and UK improvement projects and identify issues and steps to mitigate risks * Participate in statistical and statistical computing projects to deliver tools and approaches that can be utilised by statisticians supporting projects * Effectively communicate project status to wider team and senior managers. Minimum Requirements - Education and Experience The successful applicant will ideally have the following qualifications and knowledge: Qualifications * BSc in Mathematics or Statistics and * Post-graduate qualification (MSc or PhD) in Statistics, or 3 years' experience in the analysis of clinical trial data Knowledge * Statistical Methodology * Statistical/Mathematical programming Skills & Capabilities Skills * Strong organisational skills and project management skills (desirable) * Proactive and able to network effectively * Application of statistical techniques to clinical study design, analysis and intrepretation * Able to communicate statistical concepts to non-statisticians both verbally and in writing * Ability to influence colleagues * Presentation of statistical results and issues Assessment Capabilities * Influencing - Draws upon appropriate influencing styles to secure positive outcomes in relation to plans or proposals, ensuring decisions align to Company objectives. * Team Working - Actively participates as part of a team, encouraging and supporting others to ensure the achievement of team goals. Adapts role within team as required. * Analytical Thinking - Logically breaks problems down into their essential elements, identifying and analysing data to diagnose and develop an appropriate solution. * Flexibility - Adapts positively to changes in tasks or environment, maintaining enthusiasm and effectiveness, regarding change as an opportunity for learning and growth. * Concern for People - Actively anticipates and responds to the feelings, needs and concerns of others. * Concern for Standards - Pursues high standards of performance in line with the organisation's objectives assumes own standards of excellence. * Delivery Focus - Demonstrates focus, initiative and tenacity to achieve goals and objectives, using experience and judgement to make decisions and overcome barriers. To apply for this job, please point your browser at the following address: http://gs.globalsuccessor.com/fe/tpl_astrazenecav2.asp?newms=jj&id=34037&aid =2435