About this role
Fortrea is looking for Principal Biostatisticians to join our sponsor dedicated team!
As a Principal Biostatistician at Fortrea, you will play a crucial role in the design, analysis, and interpretation of clinical trials, directly impacting the development of innovative therapies and treatments. Supported by a diverse team of research professionals, you will collaborate closely with study teams, medical experts, and project managers to ensure the highest quality scientific research and statistical analysis.
Summary of Responsibilities:
• Lead complex studies such as NDA submissions or complex, multi-protocol programs, potentially coordinating activities across multiple locations, providing statistical oversight, and attending relevant project meetings. • Perform project management activities for identified projects including resource planning, timelines, and milestone management. • Serve as DMC Support Statistician, developing DMC Charters and attending DMC Meetings, under direction of Statistical Consultants. • Lead the development of complex Statistical Analysis Plans, perform senior review of statistical analysis plans developed by other statisticians. • Perform complex statistical analyses, quality check statistical analyses developed by other statisticians. • Conduct overall statistical review of TFLs for complex studies prior to client delivery. • Review CRF and other study specific specifications and plans. • Perform complex sample size calculations under the supervision of more senior statistical staff. • Develop the statistical sections of the protocol for complex studies under the supervision of a statistical consultant. • Provide statistic input and review of the CSR for complex studies. • Preparation and review of randomization specifications and generation of randomization schedules. • Provide mentoring and training to less experienced staff; provide direction and review work of departmental employees to ensure accuracy and adherence to pertinent departmental policies, practices, and procedures. • Present and share knowledge at monthly seminars and/or team meetings and at external scientific meetings and conferences. • Attend bid defense meetings for complex studies such as NDA submissions or complex, multiprotocol programs in order to win new business. • Act as Subject Matter Expert and develop or review procedural documents, or work on new initiatives. • Represent the department during audits. • All other duties as needed or assigned.
Qualifications (Minimum Required):
• Bachelor’s degree. • Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.
Experience (Minimum Required):
• 8+ years of experience or an equivalent combination of education or experience to successfully perform the key responsibilities of the job. • Ability to program in one or more statistical software packages (SAS®) used to conduct statistical analyses. • SAS proficiency including use of a variety of statistical procedures e.g., non-parametric analysis, linear and non-linear models, categorical data, and survival analysis. • Proven ability to effectively communicate statistical concepts. • A good knowledge of the overall clinical trial process and of its application within Fortrea Clinical Development. • Competence in the preparation of Statistical Analysis Plans, analysis, reporting, etc. across a variety of trials.
Preferred Qualifications Include:
• Master’s degree, equivalent, or higher in Biostatistics or related field.
What you can expect from us:
• Pioneering Research: Join a CRO at the forefront of clinical trials within multiple therapeutic areas.
• Career Growth: Expand your skill set and broaden your expertise in a supportive and environment, with numerous opportunities for career advancement.
• Impactful Work: Contribute directly to the development of groundbreaking therapies and treatments, improving the lives of patients worldwide.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary package, comprehensive benefits, and a rewarding bonus structure.
• Life-Style: Flexibility to work remotely from anywhere, promoting a healthy work-life balance
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
• Office or home-based environment, as requested by the line manager. • Travel Requirements: % of time: Approximately 5%. % of the above that requires overnight stay: Approximately up to 100%. Travel is primarily to where: Client meetings and trainings.
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