Senior Statistical Data Scientist

Salary: CHF 100'000 - 130'000 per year

Requirements:

• You hold a PhD in Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science or another related quantitative discipline
• You have 2+ years of experience designing and applying advanced statistical or data science methods to complex biomedical data, ideally in clinical trial research or pharmaceutical development
• You bring strong expertise in statistical computing, advanced modeling and the development of novel or fit-for-purpose analytical solutions for complex datasets
• You are recognized as a technical expert and trusted thought partner, with the ability to translate complex methodology into clear recommendations for scientific, clinical and cross-functional stakeholders
• You have experience contributing to internal standards, capability building, training or strategic initiatives, and you enjoy mentoring others to strengthen methodological understanding and adoption
• You bring a collaborative and inclusive mindset, show respect for cultural differences in a global environment, and ideally have a track record of publications, presentations or thought leadership in emerging areas such as AI/ML, real-world data integration or predictive biomarkers

Responsibilities:

• Provide expert methodological guidance to study teams on complex study design, analysis strategies and quantitative decision-making across programs
• Lead the development and implementation of innovative statistical approaches, such as estimand frameworks, trial simulations, covariate adjustment strategies, model-based projections and quantitative go/no-go frameworks
• Translate methodological insights into scalable solutions, including templates, training, open-source tools and best practices that strengthen analytical excellence across the organization
• Support portfolio-level analyses, scenario modeling and quantitative frameworks that inform clinical strategy, optimize development decisions and enable evidence-based prioritization
• Represent us externally through scientific collaborations, consortia, working groups, publications or regulatory-facing initiatives, helping our organization stay at the forefront of methodological advances

Technologies:

• AI
• Support

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At Roche, we want you to show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. We aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. This role sits within the Statistical Methodology group, a core function in Product Development Data Sciences (PDD) that enables the impactful use of quantitative methodology across our organization through internal collaboration, external outreach and continuous capability building. Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

last updated 27 week of 2026