Project Statistician (R2-R4)

Bring your statistical expertise to a company where rigorous data shapes life-changing medicine. Lilly is hiring a full-time Project Statistician (R2-R4) in Uptown, Marion County to drive analysis that moves research forward.

About the Role

As a Project Statistician (R2-R4) based on-site in Uptown, Marion County, you will partner with cross-functional research teams at Lilly to design studies, interpret complex datasets, and translate findings into clear, actionable insight. This is an on-site, full-time position for a statistician who wants their analysis to directly support the discovery and delivery of new medicines.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop statistical methodology and analysis plans that guide research and development projects.
• Collaborate with scientists, clinicians, and project teams to frame questions and shape study designs.
• Conduct, validate, and document statistical analyses throughout the project lifecycle.
• Communicate results and their implications clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Help safeguard data integrity and uphold quality and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Background in statistics, biostatistics, or a closely related quantitative discipline.
• Hands-on experience applying statistical methods to scientific or clinical research.
• Proficiency with statistical software paired with strong analytical problem-solving skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication, with a talent for explaining technical concepts simply.
• Ability to work on-site in Uptown, Marion County and contribute across multiple teams.

About Lilly

Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Lilly is a global healthcare organization with more than 50,000 employees worldwide. We pair compassion with scientific discovery to help improve lives everywhere, taking on difficult challenges because patients are counting on us. At Lilly, every decision, every detail, and every day contributes to better health for people across the globe.

How to Apply

Ready to put your statistical skills to work on science that matters? Apply for the Project Statistician (R2-R4) position at Lilly in Uptown, Marion County through the official job listing.