Strategic Financial Manager – Data-Driven Growth

Helderberg Personnel; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Performance-based incentives

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Helderberg Personnel represents a leading pharmaceutical research client seeking a Biostatistician to join the data analysis team in Sandton, Gauteng. You will design trials, analyze data with SAS/R, and translate results for regulatory submissions.

The role requires a PhD or MSc in Biostatistics with 5+ years in pharma/biotech, and you will collaborate across clinical operations and medical affairs to ensure robust statistical conclusions.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Statistics, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of Biostatistician experience in pharma/biotech.
• Proficiency in SAS and R; strong understanding of clinical trial design.

Responsibilities

• Design clinical trial protocols, including sample size calculations and SAPs.
• Perform statistical analysis of clinical trial data using SAS, R, or other software.
• Interpret results and provide clear summaries for reports and publications.
• Collaborate with data management to ensure data quality and integrity.
• Contribute to preparation of CSRs and regulatory submission documents.
• Develop and implement statistical methodologies for new research initiatives.
• Stay updated on statistical advancements for clinical research.
• Present findings to internal and external stakeholders, including regulators.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Master's or PhD in Biostatistics

Tools

SAS

R

Job description

Our client, a prominent pharmaceutical research organization, is seeking an accomplished Biostatistician to join their dedicated data analysis team in Sandton, Gauteng . This role is pivotal in designing clinical trials, analyzing study data, and interpreting results to support product development and regulatory submissions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong statistical foundation, proficiency in statistical software, and experience within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to critical drug development programs and influence the scientific direction of research. You will work collaboratively with clinical operations, data management, and medical affairs teams, ensuring the integrity and validity of statistical analyses. Your expertise will be essential in translating complex data into actionable insights that drive decision-making and regulatory success.

About the Role

Our client, a prominent pharmaceutical research organization, is seeking an accomplished Biostatistician to join their dedicated data analysis team in Sandton, Gauteng . This role is pivotal in designing clinical trials, analyzing study data, and interpreting results to support product development and regulatory submissions. The ideal candidate will possess a strong statistical foundation, proficiency in statistical software, and experience within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to critical drug development programs and influence the scientific direction of research. You will work collaboratively with clinical operations, data management, and medical affairs teams, ensuring the integrity and validity of statistical analyses. Your expertise will be essential in translating complex data into actionable insights that drive decision-making and regulatory success.

Key Responsibilities

• Design clinical trial protocols, including sample size calculations and statistical analysis plans (SAPs).
• Perform statistical analysis of clinical trial data using SAS, R, or other statistical software.
• Interpret statistical results and provide clear, concise summaries for reports and publications.
• Collaborate with data management teams to ensure data quality and integrity.
• Contribute to the preparation of clinical study reports (CSRs) and regulatory submission documents.
• Develop and implement statistical methodologies for new research initiatives.
• Stay abreast of advancements in statistical methodologies and their applications in clinical research.
• Present statistical findings to internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Biostatistician in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Proficiency in statistical programming languages such as SAS and R.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial design and statistical principles.
• Experience with data analysis for Phase I-IV clinical trials.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and guidelines for statistical analysis in drug development.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid, retirement fund, performance-based incentives, and significant opportunities for professional growth and development. This hybrid role in Sandton, Gauteng ,