Biostatistician - Pharmaceutical Research

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Pharma research projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Biostatistician to contribute to pharmaceutical research in Paarl. This hybrid role focuses on designing, analyzing, and interpreting clinical trial data to ensure regulatory-ready findings.

The role requires a Master’s or PhD in Statistics/Biostatistics and 3–5 years in pharma/biotech, with strong SAS/R/S-Plus skills and excellent communication. Hybrid work model with opportunities for professional growth and impactful research.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, or related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience as a Biostatistician in pharma/biotech.
• Proficiency in SAS, R, or S-Plus.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial design, data analysis, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.

Responsibilities

• Design clinical trial protocols, including sample size calculations and statistical analysis plans.
• Perform statistical analysis of clinical trial data using SAS, R, or other software.
• Interpret statistical results and communicate findings to clinical teams.
• Prepare statistical sections of regulatory submissions (IND, NDA, BLA) and publications.
• Ensure adherence to statistical programming standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Contribute to development and validation of statistical analysis tools and methodologies.

Skills

Clinical trial design

Statistical analysis

Regulatory knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Master's or PhD in Statistics/Biostatistics

Tools

SAS

R

S-Plus

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and skilled Biostatistician to contribute to their pharmaceutical research endeavors in Paarl . This hybrid role is integral to the design, analysis, and interpretation of clinical trial data, ensuring the statistical validity and integrity of research findings. You will collaborate closely with clinical teams, data managers, and other scientists to develop statistical analysis plans, perform complex analyses, and present results that support regulatory submissions and scientific publications, playing a key role in guiding critical decisions throughout the drug development process.

Key Responsibilities

• Design clinical trial protocols, including sample size calculations and statistical analysis plans.
• Perform statistical analysis of clinical trial data using various statistical software packages.
• Interpret statistical results and collaborate with clinical teams to communicate findings effectively.
• Prepare statistical sections of regulatory submissions (e.g., IND, NDA, BLA) and scientific publications.
• Ensure adherence to statistical programming standards, GPC, and regulatory guidelines.
• Contribute to the development and validation of statistical analysis tools and methodologies.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Biostatistician in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Proficiency in statistical software such as SAS, R, or S-Plus.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial design, data analysis, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending statistical conferences.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility.
• Engaging work on critical pharmaceutical research projects.