Principal Biostatistician

Clinical Outcomes Solutions

. Lead statistical activities for assigned Clinical Trials (Phases 1 to 4) independently from protocol design to reporting of results.

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading statistical activities for clinical trials, utilizing SAS and R for data analysis and quality control, while providing oversight and mentorship to junior statisticians. Strong collaboration and communication skills are essential for effective cross-functional teamwork and stakeholder engagement.

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SAS ProgrammingR ProgrammingClinical Trials SupportStatistical AnalysisLeadership and Mentorship

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Hard Skills

Statistical AnalysisInferential StatisticsModelling/SimulationQC of DatasetsEfficacy/Safety Tables

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailEffective CommunicationInnovative LeadershipCollaborationInitiative and Flexibility

Tools & Technologies

SASRR ShinyPython

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical IndustryBiotechnology IndustryClinical TrialsHealth AuthoritiesCross-Functional Teams

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead statistical activities for assigned Clinical Trials (Phases 1 to 4) independently from protocol design to reporting of results.
Represent Statistics function on cross-functional trial and possibly indication/project teams and collaborate with all cross-functional stakeholders.
Provide oversight of internal programming activities and/or CRO contributions on assigned clinical trials and other activities.
Contribute to or lead statistical activities including Safety Reporting, ISS/ISE, addressing questions from Health Authorities, and Publications.
Use SAS and/or R for QC of datasets and deliverables, inferential statistical analyses, modelling/simulation, and exploratory analyses.
Contribute to and participate in other initiatives at Cytel or sponsor side.
Provide oversight of more junior Statisticians as required.
Work fully embedded within one pharmaceutical client as part of a sponsor-dedicated program.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of Bachelor's degree in statistics or a related discipline.
9+ years supporting clinical trials in the Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology industry.
Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative and flexibility through effective and innovative leadership.
Attention to detail and quality focused, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, innovative, and collaborative behaviours
SAS programming skills for QCing critical outputs, Efficacy/Safety tables, and working closely with Programmers.
Knowledge of R programming (R Shiny/Python)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Consistent training, development and support
Significant professional growth opportunities