Principal Statistician

Overview

Work as a statistician on clinical trials; producing and validating complex outputs to excellent quality whilst adhering to deliverable timelines. Producing and reviewing Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs), protocols and other pertinent study documentation. Acting as lead statistician within a reporting team environment, being responsible for statistical aspects of reporting out study results. Working as a global lead statistician across multiple studies, overseeing more junior leads and supporting regulatory interactions. Preparing randomisation schedules and acting as the unblinded statistician on reporting teams. Acting as a statistical consultant to pharmaceutical or biotech companies. Excellent team work ethos, and willingness to help others. Potential to have line management responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Essential:  

• Lead experience in Pharma or CRO
• SAP/shell creation and review
• Working with programming team – reviewing dataset specifications and outputs
• Hands-on SAS programming of outputs
• Supporting bid defence meetings

Preferred:

• Oncology or cardiovascular experience
• CDISC and experience of datasets (spec review and ideally programming of efficacy datasets)
• Stats consultancy including study design, Bayesian methodology, and/or RWE experience

Qualifications

• Educated to PhD or MSc in Biostatistics, statistics or a related discipline 
• Experience within the pharmaceutical industry to have a good awareness of clinical trial issues, design, and implementation. 

Why Join Us 

• Remote working and flexible working hours 

• Career development, mentorship, and continuous learning 

• Supportive, friendly, and collaborative culture 

• Making a Positive Impact: As a B-Corp™ organization, we are committed to sustainability, solid responsibility and strong ethical governance through our ESG initiatives 

About Phastar 

Phastar is an award-winning biometrics and data science CRO, trusted by pharma, biotech, and medical device companies worldwide. With a global team of data specialists, we bring expertise, precision, and pace to every trial, because behind every data point is a patient waiting for treatment. 

We transform complex data into clear, actionable intelligence, helping accelerate drug development, and bring life-changing therapies to patients faster. 

Awards & Recognition 

• SCRIP – Best Contract Research Organization, Specialist Provider 

• Citeline – 2025 Award Winner 

• Fierce CRO Awards – Recognized Industry Leader 

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Be part of a team known for technical expertise, quality, and impact. We value Excellence, Collaboration, Integrity, Innovation, and Passion—and we seek team members who embody these qualities. Apply today! 

Phastar is committed to the principles and practices of equal opportunities and to encourage the establishment of a diverse workforce. It is our policy to employ individuals on the basis of their suitability for the work to be performed and their potential for development, regardless of age, sex, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief. This includes creating a culture that fully reflects our commitment to equal opportunities for all.  

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