Statistician
Costello Medical
Statistician
Costello Medical
Analyzes clinical and cost data for drug and device makers
Costello Medical · Cambridge, United Kingdom (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-10-21
Salary: Up to GBP 42,000
Workplace: hybrid
Department: Permanent
Our Statistics team provide statistical and analytical expertise across Costello Medical, devising statistical analysis plans and performing data analysis within R, Excel, Stan and BUGS software. They are also responsible for communicating the methodologies and results in both written and oral formats to drug and device manufacturers, doctors and reimbursement agencies such as NICE in the UK. The statistical analyses vary across patient-level clinical trial data, observational study (real-world) data, and published aggregate data. Our work involves a range of techniques such as basic statistical analysis of individual patient data, regression analysis, survival analysis and Bayesian network meta-analysis using both standard and emerging methods.
You will work in project teams alongside colleagues from all specialities to ensure that statistics projects are completed to an exceptionally high standard, on time, and in line with client expectations. You will receive training on the technical aspects of the role, as well as project management and effective client communication. Delivering project work requires close collaboration with clients and, following a successful induction period, you will increasingly participate in client calls and face-to-face meetings with external stakeholders. Some client meetings and congresses take place outside the UK, which presents opportunities for overseas travel.
Our team typically work on several projects at one time, and the results of each analysis can feed into publications, value materials, health economic models, or health technology assessment submissions. You will therefore be exposed to a variety of our service offerings and a broad range of therapeutic areas.
Hybrid Working Policy: We believe that having face-to-face time in the office holds many benefits and is central to ensuring that the community we have created, where people have a workplace they belong to and feel part of, is never lost. At the same time, we recognise that homeworking can improve work life balance, reduce commuting times and costs, and provide the opportunity to juggle personal commitments.
Therefore, we offer flexible working arrangements that allow our colleagues who have passed probation to work from home up to half their time, measured across a 2-week rolling period. During your probationary period (normally the first 6 months of the role), you will be able to work from home 1 day per week.
Learn more about a typical day in the life of a Statistician at Costello Medical: https://www.costellomedical.com/careers/working-at-costello-medical/day-in-the-life-statistician/
To learn more about the personal and professional development opportunities at Costello Medical, explore first-hand career profiles from our colleagues about their experiences with the company: https://www.costellomedical.co.uk/careers/working-at-costello-medical/
Costello Medical is a rapidly growing global healthcare agency specialising in medical communications, market access and health economic and outcomes research. We work with a wide range of clients, including the industry’s most successful pharmaceutical and medical technology companies, patient and public health bodies and charitable organisations. We have been listed in the Top 100 Best Companies to Work For list since 2017 and were proud to receive B Corporation accreditation in 2022. Learn more about us, our work, and our mission on our website: https://www.costellomedical.com/
The successful candidate will be someone who enjoys problem solving and thinking outside the box to develop innovative solutions. In line with the company’s values, you will be passionate about improving patient outcomes by applying your statistical knowledge and technical skills to the healthcare industry.
Essential requirements for the role are:
Desired requirements for the role are:
At Costello Medical, we warmly welcome applicants from academia who are looking to transitioning into a role within a commercial, industry-based setting. We understand the unique perspectives and valuable skills that academic professionals bring to our team. To support your career change, we offer comprehensive training, mentorship programs, and a work culture that fosters collaboration, growth and innovation. We are committed to facilitating a smooth transition and helping you thrive in an industry-based setting.
Many of our team members have successfully made this transition, and they share how their expertise has been transformed into fulfilling, impactful careers with us. Learn more here: https://www.costellomedical.com/careers/working-at-costello-medical/joining-from-academia/
Alongside our award-winning company culture, where every team member is celebrated, respected, and has their voice heard, we are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Please click here to learn about our full reward package and the other benefits of working for Costello Medical: https://www.costellomedical.com/careers/benefits-package-in-the-uk/
You are required to submit your CV and a cover letter via our online application form. In your cover letter, you must explain why you think you would be suited to the role and why you would like to join Costello Medical, with examples to support both. Your CV should clearly state the dates of all qualifications and grades achieved where applicable.
The recruitment process begins with a telephone interview which will be conducted by the Talent Acquisition team. Following this, you will be sent a technical assessment (using R programming) and a proofreading exercise to complete in your own time. If successful, you will be invited to a final interview with senior members of our Statistics team, which includes a short technical interview. Our standard recruitment process lasts around 3-4 weeks, however, this can be adapted if necessary.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and, throughout the recruitment process, there are a number of reasonable adjustments we can provide. Please click here to learn more.
Please note that, whilst we embrace AI to innovate and improve processes, your role may involve confidential data that cannot be uploaded to AI. Therefore, it is important for us to assess your own skills and abilities, so we recommend that you do not rely solely on this technology to generate any application materials.
Due to the Skilled Worker visa regulations, you will only be eligible for visa sponsorship if you meet at least one of the following criteria:
You will be asked to provide details of your right to work in the UK within your application, which will be used to help assess your eligibility for visa sponsorship.
Please check the following link to read more about the criteria on the UK government website: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/when-you-can-be-paid-less. Please contact [email protected] should you have any questions.
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Analyzes clinical and cost data for drug and device makers
Costello Medical analyzes, interprets and communicates clinical and health economic data for pharmaceutical and medical technology companies. Its evidence teams run statistical analyses, literature reviews and real-world evidence studies, while health economists build the cost and value cases that health systems weigh before paying for a treatment. Medical writers and designers turn trial results into journal articles, conference posters and slide sets, and other groups cover health policy, patient engagement, rare diseases and medical devices. Clients commission projects from these teams under one roof, and the firm also does pro bono work for charities. It was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Cambridge, England.
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