Biostatistician - Clinical Trials

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Remote work options

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a highly skilled Biostatistician to join its clinical research team, offering remote support to Randburg operations.

You will design, analyze, and interpret clinical trial data, ensuring regulatory compliance and statistical rigor through SAS or R analyses. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or PhD in Statistics or Biostatistics with at least four years’ experience in pharma or CRO settings, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, or related quantitative field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Biostatistician in pharma or CRO.
• Proficiency in SAS or R is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design clinical trial protocols, including sample size calculations and SAPs.
• Perform statistical analyses of clinical trial data using SAS or R.
• Interpret results and contribute to CSRs, regulatory submissions, and publications.
• Collaborate with data management teams to ensure data quality for analyses.
• Provide statistical input on study design and data collection methods.
• Stay current with regulatory guidelines and advances in biostatistics.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Master's or PhD in Statistics/Biostatistics

Tools

SAS

R

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Biostatistician to join their dynamic clinical research team, remotely supporting operations, including those in the Randburg area. This role is critical for the design, analysis, and interpretation of clinical trial data, ensuring statistical rigor and compliance with regulatory standards. You will collaborate closely with clinical scientists, data managers, and other stakeholders to contribute to the development of life‑saving therapies. The ideal candidate possesses a strong quantitative background, extensive experience in clinical trial statistics, and a passion for advancing medical research through robust data analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Design clinical trial protocols, including sample size calculations and statistical analysis plans (SAPs).
• Perform statistical analyses of clinical trial data using standard statistical software (e.g., SAS, R).
• Interpret statistical results and contribute to the preparation of clinical study reports (CSRs), regulatory submissions, and publications.
• Collaborate with data management teams to ensure data quality and integrity for statistical analysis.
• Provide statistical input on study design, data collection methods, and interpretation of results.
• Stay current with advancements in statistical methodologies and regulatory guidelines relevant to clinical trials.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Statistics, Biostatistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience as a Biostatistician , preferably within the pharmaceutical or CRO industry.
• Proficiency in statistical programming languages such as SAS or R is essential.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial design, statistical methodologies, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ICH).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote or hybrid setting, collaborating with teams across different locations.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• Exposure to diverse therapeutic areas and cutting‑edge clinical research projects.