Biostatistician, Clinical Trials – SAS/R, Pretoria

Placements24

Pretoria

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Biostatistician for a Pretoria-based role with a leading pharmaceutical research organization. You will design analysis plans, run complex analyses in SAS or R, and generate tables, listings and figures to support clinical studies.

Collaboration with scientists, data managers and regulatory teams is essential. Ideal candidates hold a Master’s or PhD in statistics or biostatistics, 3–5 years of clinical trial experience, and strong communication skills to explain

Qualifications

Master's or Ph.D. in Statistics, Biostatistics, or related field.
Excellent understanding of statistical methods used in clinical trials.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication in clear technical language.

Responsibilities

Develop statistical analysis plans (SAPs) for clinical trials and define endpoints and methods.
Perform statistical analyses of trial data using SAS or R.
Generate tables, listings, and figures (TLFs) to summarize results.
Collaborate with clinical teams on trial design, including sample size and randomization.
Interpret results for CSRs and regulatory submissions.
Review CRFs and database specifications from a statistical perspective.
Stay updated on regulatory guidelines (ICH) and best practices.
Communicate statistical findings to non-statistical audiences.
Participate in cross-functional team meetings and provide statistical expertise.