Principal Statistician

Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 125 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 150 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life.

* Is responsible for the development of statistical plans which require effective communication with project manager/CRA to understand the objective of a study. Also, must have the ability to independently research and provide appropriate statistical input for the study design. * Is able to program in SAS efficiently and able to troubleshoot data issues effectively. * Is able to conduct review of project documentation, program algorithms and analysis outputs to ensure accuracy. * Reviews statistical plans, protocols, submissions, and any other publication for accuracy. * Is closely involved with projects to ensure the time line deadlines are achieved. * Is able to help in the preparation and review of journal articles, posters, or other publications.

* Responsible for completing direct reports performance reviews and career path discussion, if applicable. * Participates in the interviewing, hiring and training of new statisticians. * Mentors new employees. * Organizes and participates in inter-department projects/activities/forums. * For each study, ensures that policy/procedures are followed to guarantee compliance with all required regulations. * Is able to adapt to changing priorities. * Is able to take initiative on projects to ensure they are completed accurately and on time. * Motivate and encourages peers and co-workers.

**Education:** * MS (PhD preferred) Statistics, Biostatistics or related technical area of life-science, mathematics, etc. (with a significant amount of coursework in statistical methods/analyses) + 5 years of experience. * A technical background is critical to performance and understanding the basic science that supports and links the compliance to regulations. **Background:** * Demonstration of strategic planning, resource planning, and project management. * Good organization, communication, interpersonal, and team skills. * Knowledge of AM products desirable. * Excellent written and oral communication skills. * Computer fluency in processing, flow diagrams, and spreadsheets. * Good working knowledge of personal computer software programs in Windows environment. **Accountability / Scope:** * Successful and timely completion of the statistical analyses and proper record storage for clinical studies and submissions directly impacts the ability to meet product market entry dates. * Responsible to interact on the behalf of a project with FDA reviewers or compliance personnel. * Responsible for mentoring new employees. * Ensure compliance requirements are incorporated into area activities involving statistics. * Confirm that quality standards for accuracy and completeness are met.