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ClinChoice is currently recruiting for a Principal Statistician to join our team in a permanent position—an exciting opportunity to lead impactful statistical strategy in a dynamic environment.
Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Principal Statistician to lead statistical activities for clinical trials. This role requires hands-on statistical expertise, strong communication skills, and the ability to independently lead projects while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead and provide statistical support for clinical studies, primarily within Immunology or any therapeutic areas
Act as the lead statistician on assigned studies, overseeing statistical strategy and deliverables
Author and review key statistical documents, including:
Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs)
Analysis Database Specifications (ADS)
Statistical sections of clinical study reports
Review and interpret analysis outputs, ensuring accuracy, quality, and regulatory compliance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Clinical, Programming, Data Management, and Regulatory
Provide guidance and oversight to statistical programmers as needed
Communicate statistical concepts, results, and risks clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ensure adherence to regulatory standards (FDA, ICH, GCP) and company SOPs
MS or PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, or a related field
Strong experience in Immunology or any TA clinical studies
Hands-on experience writing:
Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs)
Analysis Database Specifications
Reviewing and interpreting analysis results
SAS programming skills required (hands-on or strong working knowledge)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience working in a CRO and/or pharmaceutical/biotech environment
Experience leading Phase II–III clinical trials
Prior interaction with regulatory agencies
Experience mentoring junior statisticians or programmers
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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Skills Required
- MS or PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, or related field
- Strong experience in Immunology or therapeutic area clinical studies
- SAS programming skills
- Experience in CRO and/or pharmaceutical environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
ClinChoice Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about ClinChoice and has not been reviewed or approved by ClinChoice.
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Flexible Benefits — Flexible arrangements, including telecommuting and flextime with no core hours in some regions, are highlighted for many roles. Feedback suggests flexibility is commonly available but depends on role and location.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Vacation, personal, and sick days are part of the core package, with some markets granting paid leave from the date of hire. Feedback suggests time off is standard-to-decent across locations, though specifics vary.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is positioned as a core benefit, with some accounts describing overall benefits as full or good. In the U.S., healthcare sits within a conventional CRO package alongside medical, dental, and vision.
ClinChoice Insights
What We Do
ClinChoice is a global full-service Contract Research Organization (CRO) specializing in clinical development and functional solutions for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and consumer health companies, aiming to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative drugs and devices.
