Biostatistician / Statistical Programmer

The [Swiss Cancer Institute](< >) is the national network for clinical cancer research in Switzerland. Since 1965, as a non-profit organization, we have been committed to improving cancer treatment for the Swiss population. In accordance with our vision <<Clinical research for a cure tomorrow>>, we conduct clinical trials in oncology and are a central point of contact for authorities, professional associations, and the pharmaceutical industry. Around 70 employees at the competence center in Bern work closely with all the leading oncological clinics in the country. To strengthen our team, we are looking for an engaged female or male colleague Biostatistician / Statistical Programmer 80 - 100% immediately or by arrangement. Your tasks: * Ensuring sound statistical planning, analysis, reporting and publication of clinical trials and the associated research projects (e.g. translational research, quality of life, etc.) as well as real-world data projects, including statistical consultation * Providing input as well as discussion and further development of study proposals together with the investigators * Specification and programming of quality checks, listings and reports to ensure data quality and to identify protocol deviations * Review of relevant documents (e.g. study proposals, protocols, CRFs, statistical analysis plans, clinical study reports, publications, etc.) * Development, validation and maintenance of standard programs and R-packages (e.g. for data preparation, quality control, figures and tables) as well as programming support for the statistics team and other employees of the SCI competence center upon request * Cooperation with Clinical Data Managers and other members of the study teams to ensure high data quality. What you bring: * Master's degree / diploma or doctorate in statistics or a related field * Very good knowledge of R * Experience as a biostatistician or statistical programmer in clinical trials as well as in the development of R-packages on GitHub is an advantage * Knowledge of statistical methods such as survival analysis, linear, logistic and Cox regression as well as mixed models * Strong problem-solving skills, team-oriented and proactive way of working * Excellent oral and written communication skills in English * Good communication skills in German. What we offer: Look forward to a versatile area of responsibility with meaning and impact -- in close proximity to the Bern train station and in a collegial, dedicated team. With flexible annual working hours and the possibility of six weeks of vacation, we create framework conditions that allow for a good balance between professional and private life. Furthermore, you will benefit from attractive employment conditions in a meaningful non-profit organization with a focus on clinical cancer research. Interested? Would you like to commit yourself to one of the greatest health challenges of our time? Then we look forward to your application! For information, Stefanie Hayoz, Head of Statistics, is available to you at or gladly. [Apply now](< >)Swiss Cancer Institute Effingerstrasse 33 3008 Bern [ ](< >) Follow us [Linkedin](< >)[Youtube](< >) j4id10415192a j4it0940a j4iy26a