Director - Statistics

Scorpion Therapeutics; Indiana (PA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics seeks a Project Statistician at the Director level to lead statistical strategies for clinical development programs. You will focus on innovative study design, analysis, and interpretation to optimize drug development success.

Responsibilities include designing trials, applying methodologies, authoring protocols and analysis plans, and communicating results for regulatory submissions and scientific dissemination.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Statistics or Biostatistics with 7+ years in clinical research.
• Expertise in trial design and data analysis.
• Proficient in SAS and R; strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Design clinical trials and select statistical methodologies.
• Write protocols and analysis plans.
• Communicate results for regulatory submissions and publications.

Skills

Statistical leadership

SAS

R

Communication

Trial design

Education

Ph.D. in Statistics or Biostatistics

Tools

SAS

R

Job description

Role

The Project Statistician at the Director level leads statistical strategies for clinical development programs, focusing on innovative study design, analysis, and interpretation to optimize drug development success.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include designing clinical trials, selecting and applying statistical methodologies, authoring protocols and analysis plans, and communicating results for regulatory submissions and scientific dissemination. The role requires integrating therapeutic area knowledge, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing statistical leadership across teams.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Statistics or Biostatistics with at least 7 years of industry experience in clinical research, demonstrating expertise in trial design, data analysis, and real-world evidence. Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SAS, R) and strong communication skills are essential.

Preferred

experience with regulatory interactions and advanced statistical methodologies.

High-value specifics

Involvement across multiple phases of clinical trials, with a focus on innovative statistical approaches, in a global pharmaceutical setting, contributing to therapeutics aimed at improving patient outcomes.

Collaboration

Collaboration involves cross-functional teams, with a focus on strategic leadership and scientific contribution.

Location

Not specified; likely hybrid or remote based on role scope.