Senior Principal Biostatistician

Grifols; Leinster; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Group pension

Private medical

Career development

Succession planning

Education allowance

Wellness activities

Job summary

Grifols is seeking a Biostatistician 3 to provide statistical leadership across clinical development programs in Ireland. You will ensure statistical deliverables are robust, regulatory compliant, and support submissions and publications.

Join an international team and collaborate closely with Clinical Development, Regulatory, and Data Management to drive high-quality outcomes throughout trials and submissions.

Qualifications

• PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, or related field with 8+ years in clinical development.
• Alternative: MSc with 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Extensive experience in biostatistics within pharma/biotech.
• Proven ability to communicate complex stats to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Lead biostatistics input into trial design and study execution.
• Develop and review SAPs, protocols, and CSRs.
• Oversee analysis, interpretation, and reporting of trial data.
• Manage CROs and external biostatistics resources.
• Support regulatory submissions and health authority interactions.

Skills

Biostatistics leadership

Regulatory submissions experience

Strong communication

Multiple program leadership

Education

PhD in Statistics/Biostatistics or related field

MSc with 10+ years in industry

Job description

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions. At Grifols, we believe that diversity adds value to our business, our teams, and our culture. We are committed to equal employment opportunities that foster an inclusive environment.

Position Summary

As a Biostatistician 3, you will provide statistical leadership across clinical development programs, overseeing the design, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of clinical studies. You will ensure that all statistical deliverables are scientifically robust, regulatory compliant, and support successful clinical development, regulatory submissions, and publications.

What You Will Do

• Serve as the lead biostatistics partner to Clinical Development teams, providing expert input into clinical trial design, methodology, and study execution.
• Develop and review statistical sections of clinical trial protocols, Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs), and Clinical Study Reports (CSRs).
• Lead the analysis, interpretation, validation, and communication of clinical trial data and study results.
• Ensure the quality, accuracy, and scientific integrity of all statistical deliverables in line with global regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Oversee and manage external biostatistics resources, including Contract Research Organizations (CROs) and consultants, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery of work.
• Review key data management and statistical programming documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory expectations and data quality standards.
• Lead blinded data review meetings and provide statistical oversight throughout study conduct.
• Oversee randomization strategy development and randomization schedule generation.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of statistical processes, methodologies, standards, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Represent Biostatistics in cross-functional teams and support interactions with global regulatory authorities, including FDA and other health agencies.
• Provide statistical expertise for regulatory submissions, health authority meetings, and responses to regulatory questions.

What You Will Bring

• PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, or a related quantitative discipline with a minimum of 8 years' experience in clinical development within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry; alternatively, an MSc with a minimum of 10 years' relevant industry experience.
• Extensive experience in biostatistics within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or clinical research industry.
• Strong knowledge of clinical trial design, statistical methodologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience supporting regulatory submissions and interactions with global health authorities.
• Ability to communicate complex statistical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven experience leading biostatistical activities across multiple clinical development programs and managing external partners.

Our Benefits Include

• Highly competitive salary
• Group pension scheme - Contribution rates are (1.5% / 3%/ 5%/ 7%) and company will match
• Private Medical Insurance for the employee
• Ongoing opportunities for career development in a rapidly expanding work environment
• Succession planning and internal promotions
• Education allowance
• Wellness activities - Social activities eg. Padel, Summer Events

We understand that self-doubt can hold talented individuals back from applying for opportunities. We encourage everyone who meets the qualifications to apply – we're excited to hear from you

Location

Grange Castle International Business Park, Grange, Co. Dublin, D22 K2R3

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