Principal Biostatistician
Vertex Pharmaceuticals · Boston, MA
BiometricsFull-time$152k–$228kCompany career page
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Role summary
Principal Biostatistician position supporting clinical trials and real-world data investigations across drug development programs. The role involves designing statistical infrastructure, authoring analysis plans, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver study results and regulatory submissions.
What they're looking for
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Statistics or Biostatistics
- 3+ years experience (Ph.D.) or 6+ years experience (Master's) in biostatistics or drug development
- Advanced proficiency with SAS and R statistical software
- Demonstrated expertise in advanced statistical methods for drug development
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Critical thinking and logical problem-solving abilities
- Ability to collaborate effectively across functional teams
What you'll be doing
- Conduct advanced statistical analyses for clinical trials, observational studies, and real-world data investigations including design and execution
- Author Statistical Analysis Plans, table/figure/listing shells, and cross-functional data review documents with minimal guidance
- Represent Biostatistics on clinical trial teams, providing technical guidance and regulatory interactions
- Develop statistical sections of protocols including sample size estimates and randomization plans
- Contribute to clinical study reports, methodological publications, and statistical review discussions
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