Medical Statistician: Clinical Trial Design & Analysis

University of Oxford, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences; Oxford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious UK university is seeking a Medical Statistician to join the Oxford Clinical Trials Research Unit. The role involves assisting in designing clinical trials, providing statistical input for ethics submissions, and preparing analysis plans. Ideal candidates will hold a postgraduate degree in statistics, have excellent communication skills, and be proficient in statistical software. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in significant clinical research and the chance for MSc students to start in September/October 2026.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree in statistics (or related subject) focusing on medical statistics.
• Fluent in study design and analysis, aware of latest statistical techniques.
• Ability to analyze problems and develop solutions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of clinical trials with multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide statistical input into protocols and ethics submissions.
• Manage data collection, data validation, and data analysis.

Skills

Fluency in statistical software (R or Stata)

Good verbal and written communication skills

Project management skills

Statistical programming proficiency

Education

Postgraduate degree in statistics or related field

Job description

A prestigious UK university is seeking a Medical Statistician to join the Oxford Clinical Trials Research Unit. The role involves assisting in designing clinical trials, providing statistical input for ethics submissions, and preparing analysis plans. Ideal candidates will hold a postgraduate degree in statistics, have excellent communication skills, and be proficient in statistical software. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage in significant clinical research and the chance for MSc students to start in September/October 2026.