Biostatistician

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a cutting-edge pharmaceutical research company to recruit a Biostatistician for a fully remote role. You will design study protocols, develop SAPs, perform analyses for clinical trials, and interpret results to guide drug development.

The ideal candidate holds a master's or Ph.D. in biostatistics or a related field, with 3–5 years of experience, proficiency in SAS and R, and strong communication for cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Statistics, or related field.
• 3–5 years of Biostatistician experience in pharma/biotech/med device.
• Proficiency in SAS (required) and R (desirable).
• Strong understanding of clinical trial stats (design, regression, survival).
• Knowledge of ICH guidelines and regulatory analytics.

Responsibilities

• Design clinical trial protocols and SAPs.
• Perform statistical analyses of clinical trial data using SAS and R.
• Interpret results and contribute to study reports and regulatory submissions.
• Collaborate with researchers, data managers and scientists to ensure data integrity.
• Stay current with biostatistics advancements and methodologies.

Skills

Biostatistics foundation

Statistical theory

Regulatory understanding

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Biostatistics/Statistics

Tools

SAS

R

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge pharmaceutical research company, is seeking a highly skilled Biostatistician to join their innovative team. This role offers the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to contribute to pivotal research from anywhere. The Biostatistician will be responsible for designing study protocols, developing statistical analysis plans, performing complex statistical analyses, and interpreting results for clinical trials and other research projects. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in statistical theory and practical application, particularly within the pharmaceutical or healthcare sectors. You will play a critical role in ensuring the validity and reliability of research data, informing critical decisions about drug development and efficacy. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a company at the forefront of medical innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design clinical trial protocols and develop statistical analysis plans (SAPs) to address study objectives.
• Perform statistical analyses of clinical trial data using statistical software (e.g., SAS, R).
• Interpret statistical results and contribute to the preparation of study reports, publications, and regulatory submissions.
• Collaborate with clinical researchers, data managers, and other scientists to define data collection requirements and ensure data integrity.
• Provide statistical expertise and consultation on study design, data analysis, and interpretation.
• Contribute to the development and validation of statistical methods and programs.
• Stay current with advancements in biostatistics and statistical methodologies relevant to pharmaceutical research.
• Present statistical findings clearly and effectively to both statistical and non-statistical audiences.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory guidelines (e.g., FDA, EMA) and industry best practices.
• Participate in cross-functional project teams, offering statistical insights and guidance.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Biostatistician in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device industry.
• Proficiency in statistical software such as SAS (required) and R (highly desirable).
• Strong understanding of statistical methodologies relevant to clinical trials, including experimental design, regression analysis, survival analysis, and longitudinal data analysis.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements for statistical analysis in drug development (e.g., ICH guidelines).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex statistical concepts effectively.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to data accuracy and statistical rigor.
• Experience with data management systems is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Generous paid time off
• Fully remote position provides ultimate flexibility in terms of work location
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Continuing education
• Working on impactful clinical research projects are abundant
• Part of a highly collaborative and innovative team dedicated to advancing healthcare
• Healthy work-life balance
• Supportive and intellectually stimulating work environment
• Working remotely from East London, Eastern Cape or other preferred locations