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Principal Biostatistician - Fsp

Fortrea
Fortrea
10+ years
USD 130,000 – 150,000
10 Dec. 29, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Hybrid Remote Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Principal Biostatistician – FSP (Sponsor Dedicated)

Locations: Multiple Global Locations (Remote/Hybrid options available)
Category: Clinical Research & Biostatistics
Job ID: 255512


Job Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Biostatistician – FSP to join a sponsor-dedicated Flexible Solutions (FSP) model, supporting complex global clinical trials for leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology organizations. This senior-level role is central to the statistical leadership, strategic oversight, and successful delivery of high-impact clinical development programs, including regulatory submissions and multi-protocol studies.

You will work within a long-standing, strategic sponsor partnership and collaborate with a globally distributed, highly experienced biostatistics and clinical research team across the US, Europe, and APAC regions.


About the Team

You will be part of a mature, well-established sponsor-dedicated partnership spanning over a decade. The team includes more than 150 clinical and statistical professionals worldwide, offering strong collaboration, mentorship, and operational support across global time zones.


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide statistical leadership for complex clinical trials, including New Drug Application (NDA) submissions and multi-protocol development programs

  • Lead and oversee statistical activities across multiple studies and global locations

  • Develop, review, and approve Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs) for complex studies

  • Perform senior-level statistical review of Tables, Figures, and Listings (TFLs) prior to client delivery

  • Serve as Data Monitoring Committee (DMC) Support Statistician, including development of DMC Charters and participation in DMC meetings

  • Contribute to protocol development by authoring statistical sections under guidance of statistical consultants

  • Review Case Report Forms (CRFs) and study-specific specifications to ensure statistical integrity

  • Develop and review randomization specifications and randomization schedules

  • Manage project-level activities including resource planning, timelines, and milestone tracking

  • Provide mentoring, training, and technical guidance to junior statisticians and programming staff

  • Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in biostatistics, contributing to procedural documents and strategic initiatives

  • Represent the biostatistics function during audits, inspections, and bid defense meetings

  • Present statistical findings internally and externally at scientific meetings, conferences, and sponsor forums


Required Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Public Health, or a related quantitative discipline (strongly preferred)

  • Advanced proficiency in SAS® programming and statistical methodologies, including survival analysis, categorical data analysis, and linear/non-linear models

  • Strong working knowledge of SDTM, ADaM datasets, and TFL development

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English


Experience Requirements

  • Minimum 10+ years of experience as a Lead or Principal Biostatistician

  • Proven experience within pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, or Contract Research Organizations (CROs)

  • Demonstrated expertise across the full clinical trial lifecycle, including protocol development, SAPs, analysis, reporting, and regulatory submissions


Key Skills & Competencies

  • Deep understanding of global clinical trial processes and regulatory expectations

  • Strong leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration abilities

  • High attention to detail with strong analytical and organizational skills

  • Ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively within global teams

  • Strategic mindset with the ability to manage complex, high-visibility projects


Compensation & Benefits

  • US Pay Range: USD 130,000 – 150,000 (base salary; US candidates only)

  • Competitive global compensation packages aligned with local markets

  • Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and performance-based incentives (as applicable by region)

  • Flexible working hours and strong emphasis on work–life balance

  • Structured onboarding, mentorship, and continuous professional development opportunities


Work Environment

  • Office-based or remote work depending on location and sponsor requirements

  • Occasional domestic and international travel may be required

  • Standard office and computer-based work environment


Application Deadline

December 15, 2025


Why Join This Opportunity

This role offers the opportunity to work at the highest level of global clinical development, partnering with industry-leading sponsors, influencing regulatory outcomes, and advancing innovative therapies that improve patient lives worldwide.