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Principal Biostatistican

Fortrea
8+ years
Not Disclosed
Bangalore, Remote, India, India
1 June 8, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: M.Pharm/B.Pharm or M.Sc. Skills: Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Principal Biostatistician

Location: Bangalore (Remote)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Application Deadline: June 30, 2026
Job Requisition ID: 262784


Job Summary

The Principal Biostatistician is a senior-level statistical expert responsible for leading complex clinical development programs, including NDA submissions and multi-protocol studies. This role provides strategic statistical leadership across study design, analysis, reporting, regulatory submissions, and client interactions.

The Principal Biostatistician serves as a technical and project leader, ensuring high-quality statistical deliverables, mentoring junior statisticians, supporting Data Monitoring Committees (DMCs), and contributing to business development activities.


Key Responsibilities

Statistical Leadership

  • Lead statistical activities for complex clinical studies, including:

    • NDA submissions

    • Multi-protocol programs

    • Global clinical trials

  • Provide statistical oversight across multiple projects and locations.

  • Participate in project and client meetings as the lead statistician.

  • Ensure all statistical deliverables meet quality, regulatory, and client requirements.

Project Management

  • Manage assigned statistical projects, including:

    • Resource planning

    • Timeline management

    • Milestone tracking

    • Risk identification and mitigation

  • Coordinate statistical activities across cross-functional teams.

Data Monitoring Committee (DMC) Support

  • Serve as DMC Support Statistician.

  • Develop and maintain DMC Charters.

  • Attend DMC meetings and provide statistical support under the guidance of Statistical Consultants.

  • Support independent data monitoring activities and safety reviews.

Statistical Analysis & Reporting

  • Lead development of complex Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs).

  • Perform senior-level review of SAPs prepared by other statisticians.

  • Conduct advanced statistical analyses.

  • Review and quality-check statistical outputs developed by team members.

  • Perform comprehensive review of Tables, Listings, and Figures (TLFs) before client delivery.

  • Ensure statistical accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.

Clinical Trial Design Support

  • Review:

    • Case Report Forms (CRFs)

    • Study specifications

    • Data collection plans

  • Perform complex sample size and power calculations under senior statistical guidance.

  • Contribute to protocol development by preparing statistical sections of study protocols.

  • Support study design optimization and endpoint selection.

Regulatory Submission Support

  • Provide statistical input and review for:

    • Clinical Study Reports (CSRs)

    • Regulatory submission packages

    • NDA and marketing application submissions

  • Ensure regulatory compliance and statistical integrity of submission documents.

Randomization & Trial Methodology

  • Prepare and review randomization specifications.

  • Generate and validate randomization schedules.

  • Ensure implementation of appropriate randomization methodologies.

Leadership & Mentoring

  • Mentor and train junior statisticians and team members.

  • Review work performed by less experienced staff.

  • Provide technical guidance and ensure adherence to departmental standards.

  • Support professional development within the statistical team.

Business Development & Scientific Contribution

  • Participate in bid defense meetings and client presentations.

  • Support proposal development for new business opportunities.

  • Present statistical topics at:

    • Internal seminars

    • Team meetings

    • Scientific conferences

    • Industry events

  • Contribute to organizational thought leadership.

Quality & Compliance

  • Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for statistical methodologies and processes.

  • Develop and review SOPs and procedural documents.

  • Participate in departmental initiatives and process improvement activities.

  • Represent the Biostatistics department during audits and inspections.

  • Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.


Required Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in:

    • Statistics

    • Mathematics

    • Biostatistics

    • Life Sciences

    • Related quantitative discipline

Equivalent relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's Degree or higher in:

    • Biostatistics

    • Statistics

    • Epidemiology

    • Mathematics

    • Related quantitative field


Required Experience

Experience Level

  • 8+ years of Biostatistics experience within:

    • Pharmaceutical Industry

    • CRO Environment

    • Clinical Research Organizations

    • Biotechnology Companies