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.
Learn more about our EEO & Accommodations request here.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience in lieu of degree)
- 8+ years of relevant biostatistics experience
- Ability to program in SAS
- Proficiency with SAS statistical procedures (non-parametric, linear/non-linear models, categorical data, survival analysis)
- Proven ability to effectively communicate statistical concepts
- Knowledge of the clinical trial process and its application within clinical development
- Competence in preparation of Statistical Analysis Plans, analysis, and reporting
- Master's degree or higher in Biostatistics or related field
What We Do
Fortrea (Nasdaq: FTRE) is a leading global provider of clinical development and patient access solutions to the life sciences industry. We partner with emerging and large biopharmaceutical, medical device and diagnostic companies to drive healthcare innovation that accelerates life changing therapies to patients in need. Fortrea provides phase I-IV clinical trial management, clinical pharmacology, differentiated technology-enabled trial solutions and post-approval services. Fortrea’s solutions leverage three decades of experience spanning more than 20 therapeutic areas, a passion for scientific rigor, exceptional insights and a strong investigator site network. Our talented and diverse team working in more than 90 countries is scaled to deliver focused and agile solutions to customers globally. Learn more about how Fortrea is becoming a transformative force from pipeline to patient at Fortrea.com.









