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Scientist, Stat. Programming - Late-Stage Oncology; Hybrid

Job in Rahway, Union County, New Jersey, 07065, USA
Listing for: Merck
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
  • Business
    Data Scientist, Data Analyst
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 96200 USD Yearly USD 96200.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Scientist, Stat. Programming - Late-Stage Oncology (Hybrid)

Job Overview

Statistical Programming is in the Biostatistics and Research Decision Sciences (BARDS) department within our Research & Development Division, which supports the targeting, discovery, development, manufacturing, and marketing of drugs and vaccines for the benefit of patients and global public health.

Statistical programmers play a key role in the analysis and reporting of our company’s clinical trial databases. They programmatically develop and deliver analysis datasets, tables, listings, and graphics. These deliverables are utilized by our scientists and health authorities to inform decision‑making about the effectiveness and safety of our products. This entry‑level position develops and executes statistical analysis and reporting deliverables under the guidance of a senior level programmer.

Primary

Responsibilities
  • Contribute to the development and validation of datasets, tables, listings, and graphics required for decision‑making about our products.
  • Attend training in key software languages and clinical trial processes required to conduct statistical analysis and reporting.
  • Assure high quality and timely deliverables.
  • Communicate and collaborate effectively with project team members.
Education &

Minimum Requirements
  • BA/BS in Computer or Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Life Sciences, Engineering, or related field with data analysis or programming experience in a professional environment.
  • MS in Computer or Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Life Sciences, Engineering, or related fields.
Skills & Experience
  • Data analysis experience and programming skill.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with others on a team, take direction effectively, and complete programming tasks on time.
  • Written, oral, and presentation skills.
  • Capability to learn programming languages and new programming techniques.
  • Motivation to advance career by investing in development activities and taking on responsibilities with increasing levels of challenge.
  • Programming experience in a clinical trial environment.
  • Proficiency with SAS, R or Python.
  • Knowledge and experience in developing analysis and reporting deliverables for research and development projects.
  • Knowledge of standard operating procedures and software development life‑cycle.
  • Ability and interest to work with worldwide team members across cultures and time zones.
  • Operating Systems and database experience.
Benefits & Compensation

Salary range: $96,200.00 – $. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for an annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, health‑care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days.

Work Arrangement

Effective September 5, 2023, employees in office‑based positions in the U.S. will be working a hybrid schedule consisting of three total days on‑site per week, Monday – Thursday, with Friday designated as a remote‑working day unless business‑critical tasks require an on‑site presence. This model does not apply to field‑based, facility‑based, manufacturing‑based, or research‑based positions where the work is performed at a company site, or positions covered by a collective‑bargaining agreement, or any other position for which the company determines that the job requirements cannot be reasonably met working remotely.

Positions designated as “remote” are excluded from this guidance.

Other Information

Travel requirements: 10%

Relocation:
No relocation.

VISA Sponsorship:
No.

Valid Driving License:
No.

Hybrid:
Hybrid. Shift: Not Indicated.

Requisition : R385294

Job posting end date: 02/20/2026.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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