Sponsor Dedicated Principal Biostatistician
At a glance
Senior Data Science role at Thermofisher. Remote, United States · full-time · $130,000–$175,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Guide complex clinical studies by shaping their design, endpoints, sample sizes, randomization and analysis methods
- Draft or assess statistical analysis plans, then help interpret and report study results
- Coordinate with clinical, data management, programming and regulatory colleagues to keep studies rigorous and deliverables on track
- Explain statistical approaches and results to both specialist and non-specialist audiences
- Advise across project work and help colleagues develop through mentorship
What you bring
- An advanced degree plus six years of relevant experience, or a bachelor’s degree plus eight years, in clinical trial design, analysis and reporting
- A degree in biostatistics, statistics or a closely related quantitative discipline
- Proficiency in SAS, R or another named statistical programming language
- Knowledge of statistical methods, clinical research principles, FDA guidance, regulatory submissions and Good Clinical Practice
Who this fits
This senior principal role suits a biostatistician who can lead statistical consulting independently, work with cross-functional study teams and mentor colleagues. The role is remote and follows a standard Monday-to-Friday schedule.
From the employer
Work Schedule
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OfficeJob Description
What if your work could help to advance immunology insights through innovation—while keeping patients at the center of every decision? In this embedded role as a Principal Biostatistician at a dynamic global biotech company, you’ll work as respected member in an entrepreneurial organization where people take shared ownership, collaborate across connected teams, and keep learning and developing as they work toward new possibilities for patients living with autoimmune disease. Be curious, committed, and contribute to groundbreaking ideas, build strong partnerships and grow through meaningful work that contributes to a bigger purpose.
What you’ll do
- Provide statistical guidance for complex clinical trials and research projects, including study design, endpoints, sample size, randomization, and analysis approaches.
- Develop or review statistical analysis plans and support the analysis, interpretation, and reporting of study results.
- Collaborate with clinical, data management, programming, and regulatory teams to support study quality and timely deliverables.
- Explain statistical methods and findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Provide statistical consulting and leadership across project work.
- Mentor colleagues and contribute to team development.
What you’ll bring
- An advanced degree and at least 6 years of relevant experience, or a bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years of relevant experience in clinical trial design, analysis, and reporting.
- A degree in biostatistics, statistics, or a closely related quantitative field.
- Proficiency in statistical programming languages such as SAS or R.
- Strong knowledge of statistical methodology and clinical research principles.
- Experience with regulatory submissions and familiarity with FDA guidance.
- Experience with clinical data standards; CDISC experience preferred.
- Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines.
- Strong project management, organizational, and communication skills.
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively, provide statistical consulting, and mentor colleagues.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $130,000.00–$175,000.00.This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
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