Principal Biostatistican

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. 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.