Biostatistician - Pharmaceutical Research

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Conference attendance

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton, South Africa, seeks a Biostatistician to design SAPs, perform complex analyses of clinical trial data, and interpret results to support drug development and regulatory submissions. Working with clinical scientists, data managers, and medical writers, you will ensure the statistical integrity of study findings.

This is a highly analytical role ideal for a quantitatively driven professional looking to impact the development of new therapies in a collaborative research

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Statistics/Biostatistics or related quantitative field.
• Proven biostatistics experience in pharma/biotech.
• Experience with regulatory submissions and clinical trial methodology.

Responsibilities

• Design SAPs for clinical trials in collaboration with clinical teams.
• Perform SAS or R analyses including descriptive and inferential statistics.
• Interpret results and communicate findings to diverse audiences.
• Contribute to protocol design ensuring statistical rigor and feasibility.
• Prepare statistical sections of study reports and regulatory submissions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Master's or PhD in Statistics/Biostatistics

Tools

SAS

R

S-Plus

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in pharmaceutical research , is seeking a skilled Biostatistician to join their team in Sandton . This crucial role involves designing statistical analysis plans, conducting complex statistical analyses of clinical trial data, and interpreting results to support drug development and regulatory submissions. You will work closely with clinical scientists, data managers, and medical writers to ensure the integrity and validity of study findings. This position offers an exceptional opportunity for a quantitatively driven professional to make a significant impact on the development of new therapies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design statistical analysis plans (SAPs) for clinical trials in collaboration with clinical teams.
• Perform statistical analyses using SAS or R, including descriptive statistics, inferential tests, and modeling.
• Interpret statistical results and communicate findings effectively to both statistical and non-statistical audiences.
• Contribute to the design of clinical trial protocols, ensuring statistical rigor and feasibility.
• Prepare statistical sections of clinical study reports, regulatory submissions, and publications.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven experience as a Biostatistician in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Proficiency in statistical software such as SAS (preferred), R, or S-Plus.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial methodology and regulatory requirements for drug approval.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with experience working in a Sandton -based team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending scientific conferences.
• Collaborative research environment with exposure to cutting-edge pharmaceutical development.
• The chance to contribute to the advancement of healthcare solutions.