Lead Biostatistician, Clinical Trials & Analytics

Cytel; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Cytel is seeking a Principal Biostatistician to lead sophisticated statistical analyses for Phase I–IV trials across the region. You will shape analysis plans, SAPs and integrated strategies, guiding teams and collaborating with clients to drive clinical development forward.

The ideal candidate has 8–10 years in biostatistics within pharma/biotech, strong R/SAS expertise, and experience with CDISC/ISS/ISE standards. This is a sponsor-dedicated role embedded with a client team.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, or related discipline; PhD preferred.
• 8-10 years biostatistics experience in pharma/biotech; CRO exp. preferred.
• 3-5 years of Study Lead experience with cross-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of advanced statistical methods and simulations.
• Proficiency in R for analyses, simulations and visualization; solid SAS skills.
• Familiarity with ICH guidelines and CDISC standards for regulatory submissions.

Responsibilities

• Lead statistical development for Phase I–IV trials.
• Design study protocols, SDs, SAPs and analysis datasets.
• Develop integrated analytical plans and TLF specifications.
• Perform and interpret complex statistical analyses and simulations.
• Lead efficacy analyses and interpretation of endpoints.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet timelines.
• Present methodologies and results to non-technical audiences.
• Maintain flexibility in evolving project priorities.

Skills

R for statistics

SAS programming

CDISC/ADaM

ICH guidelines

Regulatory submissions

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Statistics/Biostatistics

PhD strongly preferred

Tools

R

SAS

ADaM

ISS/ISE

Job description

Cytel is seeking a Principal Biostatistician to lead sophisticated statistical analyses for Phase I–IV trials across the region. You will shape analysis plans, SAPs and integrated strategies, guiding teams and collaborating with clients to drive clinical development forward.

The ideal candidate has 8–10 years in biostatistics within pharma/biotech, strong R/SAS expertise, and experience with CDISC/ISS/ISE standards. This is a sponsor-dedicated role embedded with a client team.