Principal Biostatistician Consultant- Hybrid (NJ/PA/DE)

Are you interested in working directly for a single sponsor while having the security and additional career opportunities that working for a global CRO can bring? Our team says it’s the best of both worlds….

ClinChoice is searching for an Principal Biostatistician Consultant to join one of our clients. Hybrid in any of these locations NJ/PA/DE

ClinChoice is a global full-service CRO with a strong focus on quality, professional development, and supportive culture. As a client-facing role, we are looking for confident candidates with the ability to work independently whilst establishing a high-trust environment with the client’s counterparts. 

JOB SUMMARY:

This contract principal statistician will work with Biometrics director to manage one or more compounds/Indications in R&D for the entire life cycle. He/she will be responsible for all statistical aspects of the drug development and/or post-approval programs. These responsibilities include Regulatory interactions, study design, statistical methodology, analysis, regulatory submission, and/or pre- and post-approval activities.  He/she will coordinate statistical and programming support and will manage contractors/CROs when necessary. He/she will also serve as lead statistician for clinical studies and work with the study team  members effectively.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Drug Development 

• Provide inputs to clinical team on the design, analysis and interpretation of scientific data from Phase I to IV clinical trials, ISS and ISE.
• Collaborate with the project team to design the protocols (synopses and full) and provide sample size calculations.
• Draft or review the SAP and the associated mock TLF.
• Performs review of TLFs to ensure that they are accurate within and across outputs for a particular deliverable (e.g., CSR, IDMC, publication).
• Provide statistical support for other functions within the organization (i.e.., Medical Affair, Regulatory, or others).
• Manage project timelines and interact with external vendors.

Communication:

• Conduct DAR meeting prior to database lock or Comment resolution meeting.
• Prepare the presentations and interpret the results.
• Participate in data review meetings within the organization.

Process Improvements:

• Be Compliant with all trainings and SOPs.
• Contributes to intra- and interdepartmental process improvement activities to achieve “best practices”

Mentoring:

• Mentor entry-level team member if needed
• Manage internal and external employees/contractors

Education:

• Continuously seek knowledge regarding most current statistical methods.
• Prepare presentations for internal and external audiences (presenting at key statistical meetings).

QUALIFICATION:

• M.S. or Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Statistics or Biostatistics is required.
• Minimum 4 years (Ph.D.) or  8 years (M.S.) pharmaceutical industry experience
• Should possess experience interacting with regulatory agencies (e.g. FDA, MHRA or EMEA).
• Experience managing multiple projects/therapeutic areas.
• Experience in managing external vendors (e.g. contractors, CROs).
• Capability in working independently and lead one or multiple clinical studies. 

Knowledge

• Solid background of statistics
• Experience of SAS, R and other statistical programming packages to validate key endpoint analysis.
• Possess extensive knowledge of the Drug Development Process.
• Possess extensive knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.

Skills & Abilities:

• Ability dealing with ambiguity.
• Ability to handling stress.
• Drive for results.
• Ability to prioritize.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with team members, managers, and partners.

The Application Process

Once you have submitted your CV, you will receive an acknowledgement that we received it. If you have the requirements we need, you will be invited for phone interview as the first step.  Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we cannot reply to everyone individually if you are not successful.

Who will you be working for?

About ClinChoice

ClinChoice is a global full-service CRO specializing in clinical development and functional solutions for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and consumer health companies. We have over 28 years of proven high-quality delivery and results across all our services, with over 4,000 professionals in more than 20 countries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.           

Our Company Ethos

Our mission drives our culture: to contribute to a healthier and safer world by accelerating the development and commercialization of innovative drugs and devices. Our employees are the most valuable company asset and they are the fulcrum around which all ClinChoice activities are built and close management and training is the core instrument to develop and maintain highly-qualified personnel. The continuous training keeps the resources qualified in terms of competence and expertise and gives all personnel the clear tools needed to manage both internal and client processes with the same methodology.   The success of these core values is evidenced by our below industry average turnover rates.

ClinChoice is an equal opportunity employer. We have based our success on attracting, developing, and promoting talent guided by diversity and inclusivity. Our employees come from very diverse backgrounds: gender, race, beliefs, and ethnicities. We recognize this is our strength and celebrate it.

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