Senior Biostatistician

Regulatory Scientific and Health Solutions
united kingdom, united kingdom
1 day ago
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Role Type: Permanent


Location: Hybrid Office and Home based


Head Office Location: Shirley, Solihull, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom


Duration: 1 year rolling contract with extensions dependent on project work


Hours: Full time


Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 per year


R-S-S are currently seeking a Senior biostatistician to join our growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the design, analysis, and interpretation of statistical data for clinical trials. The Senior biostatistician will provide expert statistical oversight, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of data analysis and reporting across a range of studies including RWE studies.


Responsibilities

  • Designing and implementing statistical analyses for clinical trials, including the development of statistical analysis plans and interpretation of results.
  • Acting as a Study Project Lead, managing resources and timelines and coordinating with clients to define scope of work.
  • Managing project deliverables and ensuring adherence to CDISC standards and compliance with Good Clinical Practice and regulatory requirements.
  • Writing statistical sections of protocols and conducting independent protocol reviews.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define study objectives, data requirements, and statistical methodologies.
  • Supporting internal R-S-S projects including publications and presentations with statistical insights.
  • Coaching and mentoring junior members of the Biostatistics department.
  • Participating in the business development activities of R-S-S, which may involve the drafting and submission of proposals, pitches, and other business development materials.
  • Representing R-S-S at conferences, seminars and other external events. Occasionally, overseas travel may be necessary for meetings or conferences. 


Essential Requirements

  • Advanced degree (PhD or MSc) in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field.
  • Significant experience in biostatistics within the clinical research industry, with a strong track record in designing and analysing clinical trial data.
  • Proficiency working in SAS and R.
  • Strong analytical skills with a thorough understanding of clinical trial methodology and familiarity with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to interpret complex data.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize quality in all activities, as well as communicate and explain statistical results.


Company Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • 25 days holiday (excludes bank holidays)


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