Biostatistician (Pharmaceutical)

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Generous paid leave

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Modern Pretoria office

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Biostatistician for a hybrid role in Pretoria, Gauteng. You will design, analyze, and interpret clinical trial data, collaborating with clinical operations, data management, and medical affairs to ensure robust statistical practices.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or PhD in Biostatistics and at least four years’ pharma/biotech experience, with SAS (required) and R (desirable), and a strong knowledge of regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Biostatistics or related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 4 years of biostatistics experience in pharma/biotech.
• Proficiency in SAS (required) and R (desirable).
• Strong knowledge of clinical trial design, regulatory requirements, and statistical principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design clinical trial protocols, including sample size calculations and SAPs.
• Develop and implement statistical analysis methodologies for clinical trial data.
• Perform statistical analysis of clinical trial data using SAS, R, or similar software.
• Interpret statistical results and prepare clear, concise statistical reports for regulatory submissions and publications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and appropriate statistical application.
• Contribute to the development of data review strategies and provide statistical input for database lock.
• Stay current with advancements in biostatistics and statistical methodologies in clinical research.
• Present statistical findings to internal teams, management, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure statistical analyses comply with regulatory guidelines (e.g., FDA, EMA, SAHPRA).

Skills

SAS

R

Biostatistics

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Biostatistics

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic pharmaceutical research and development company, is seeking a skilled Biostatistician to join their innovative team based in Pretoria, Gauteng . This role is crucial for the design, analysis, and interpretation of clinical trial data, contributing significantly to the development of new pharmaceutical products. You will collaborate closely with clinical operations, data management, and medical affairs teams to ensure robust statistical methodologies are applied throughout the research process. The ideal candidate possesses a strong analytical mind, expertise in statistical software, and a deep understanding of clinical trial design and regulatory requirements. This hybrid position offers a blend of in-office collaboration and remote flexibility, allowing for optimal productivity and work-life integration. We are committed to advancing medical science and require top talent to help us achieve our goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Design clinical trial protocols, including sample size calculations and statistical analysis plans (SAPs).
• Develop and implement statistical analysis methodologies for clinical trial data.
• Perform statistical analysis of clinical trial data using SAS, R, or similar software.
• Interpret statistical results and prepare clear, concise statistical reports for regulatory submissions and publications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and appropriate statistical application.
• Contribute to the development of data review strategies and provide statistical input for database lock.
• Stay current with advancements in biostatistics and statistical methodologies in clinical research.
• Present statistical findings to internal teams, management, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure statistical analyses comply with regulatory guidelines (e.g., FDA, EMA, SAHPRA).

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in biostatistics within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Proficiency in statistical programming languages such as SAS (required) and R (highly desirable).
• Strong knowledge of clinical trial design, regulatory requirements, and statistical principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex statistical concepts to non-statisticians.
• Experience with data management and database systems is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality statistical work.

Benefits

• Our client provides a highly competitive salary, performance bonuses, comprehensive health insurance, a retirement fund, and generous paid leave.
• Opportunities for professional development, including training courses, workshops, and conference attendance, are readily available.
• The hybrid work model ensures flexibility, and the Pretoria office offers a collaborative and modern working environment.
• We foster a culture of innovation and scientific rigor, offering a stimulating career path within the pharmaceutical sector.
• Join us in making a real difference in healthcare through rigorous scientific research.