Biostatistician - Pharmaceutical Research

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Biostatistician to join a remote-first pharmaceutical research team. You will design SAPs, analyze trial data, and prepare regulatory-ready reports from Mossel Bay or anywhere.

The role requires advanced biostatistics degrees and at least 4 years in pharma/biotech, with SAS or R proficiency and strong communication skills. Remote work with global collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Biostatistics or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of biostatistics experience in pharma/biotech.
• Proficiency in SAS or R.
• Strong trial design, regulatory knowledge and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Design SAPs for clinical trials, including sample size calculations and randomization schemes.
• Perform statistical analyses of clinical trial data using SAS or R.
• Interpret statistical results and prepare reports for regulatory submissions.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to define study objectives, endpoints, and analysis methods.
• Provide statistical support for DMCs and contribute to standards.

Skills

Biostatistics

Clinical trial design

SAS

R

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Biostatistics or related field

Tools

SAS

R

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and proficient Biostatistician to join their remote-first pharmaceutical research team. This role is critical in designing clinical trials, analyzing complex datasets, and interpreting statistical findings that will guide critical decisions in drug development and regulatory submissions. You will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of scientists, clinicians, and regulatory experts, ensuring the highest standards of statistical rigor are applied to all research endeavors. This position offers the flexibility of working from home, contributing your expertise to impactful research from anywhere, while being an integral part of our client's innovative efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Design statistical analysis plans (SAPs) for clinical trials, including sample size calculations and randomization schemes.
• Perform statistical analyses of clinical trial data using statistical software packages (e.g., SAS, R).
• Interpret statistical results and prepare high-quality statistical reports and tables for clinical study reports and regulatory submissions.
• Collaborate with clinical development teams to define study objectives, endpoints, and analysis methodologies.
• Provide statistical expertise and support for data monitoring committees (DMCs) and other study-related committees.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of statistical methodologies and standards within the organization.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. 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 or R .
• Strong understanding of clinical trial design, statistical principles, and regulatory requirements for drug development.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary and potential for bonuses.
• Comprehensive remote work benefits package, including home office stipend.
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and involvement in cutting-edge research from Mossel Bay or elsewhere.