Statistician II

Title: Statistician – Process Characterization (DOE) Duration: 12+ months Contract Location: Rahway, NJ Pay rate: $48.22/hr. Open to Hybrid or Remote (Flexible) Position Summary We are seeking a skilled and motivated Statistician to support process characterization projects through study design, statistical analysis, and data interpretation. This hands-on, project-facing role involves close collaboration with Process Scientists and Engineers to design experiments, analyze results, and provide actionable insights using advanced statistical methodologies and in-house JMP tools. Key Responsibilities • Develop study designs (DOE), perform statistical analyses, and generate reports using in-house JMP tools in a fast-paced, critical path environment. • Participate in process characterization teams to understand project objectives and design effective experiments in collaboration with Process Scientists/Engineers. • Conduct joint discussions with technical teams to evaluate constraints and determine optimal study design and execution strategies. • Provide statistical support for data interpretation and ensure accurate documentation of experimental findings. • Collaborate with Process Scientists/Engineers to finalize and deliver comprehensive study reports. Qualifications • Master's degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, or related discipline (e.g., Chemical or Industrial Engineering) with a minimum of 2 years of experience, or Ph.D. with at least 1 year of relevant work experience. • Proven experience applying Design of Experiments (DOE) to real-world process development challenges. • Strong working knowledge of statistical methodologies, data analysis, and experimental design principles. • Hands-on experience with JMP software; working knowledge of other tools such as Minitab is a plus. • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills (both oral and written). • Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently or collaboratively in a fast-paced team environment. • Experience working in the biopharma, pharmaceutical, or medical device industry (minimum 2 years of relevant exposure or internship experience preferred). Additional Information • Positions available: 2 • Open to hybrid or remote candidates; hybrid schedule is flexible and on an as-needed basis. • Must be comfortable engaging with teams through Microsoft Teams and email. • This is a hands-on, project-facing role requiring regular collaboration with cross-functional scientific teams.