Job Details
Posted 22 April, 2026
Job Id: 625798
Lead Biostatistician
Job Description
Are you a visionary biostatistician with a passion for driving groundbreaking therapies? We are seeking two exceptional Lead Biostatisticians to lead statistical strategies across major indications within a dynamic, innovative biotech or pharmaceutical environment. If you thrive in a leadership role, excel in complex study design, and possess a bold approach to data, this is your chance to influence life-changing treatments and elevate your career to new heights.
What You Will Do:
As a Lead Biostatistician, you will serve as the indication expert, guiding all statistical activities across multiple assets and driving innovative approaches from early development through submission. You will develop and execute data strategies, oversee key deliverables, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams–ensuring successful clinical program outcomes. Your leadership will influence health authority submissions and contribute to global approvals, shaping the future of patient care.
Essential Skills & Qualifications:
- Deep expertise in biostatistics with a proven track record of leading complex clinical programs (Phase I-IV) and submissions, including BLA/NDA/MAA dossiers
- Exceptional communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership and external stakeholders
- Extensive experience in study design, protocol development, and technical leadership
- Strong background in collaborative, cross-disciplinary teams and strategic decision-making
- Proficiency in SAS, R, and CDISC standards; Bayesian methods considered a plus
- Experience with rare diseases, orphan indications or autoimmune conditions is desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to innovate and think strategically at a game-changing level, especially in combination trials with dual mechanisms of action
Nice to Have Skills:
- Experience with complex adaptive designs or cutting-edge statistical methods
- Fluency in additional languages beyond English
- Prior experience in global regulatory interactions and submissions at late stages of development
Preferred Education & Experience:
- Master’s or Ph.D. in Statistics or a related quantitative field
- Minimum 7 years of industry experience in biotech or pharma, with significant leadership responsibilities and hands-on study design expertise
- Proven record of guiding studies through to global regulatory approvals in a high-stakes environment
Take this opportunity to lead pioneering studies, influence major clinical decisions, and drive innovations that matter. If you are a strategic thinker, a hands-on statistician, and a visionary leader ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you. Apply now to become a key player in transforming patient lives through cutting-edge biostatistics!
If you are interested in this position but don’t fully match all the requirements, please do still apply to discuss your career, other opportunities with this or any of our other clients. The team at Planet Pharma will be very happy to discuss options with you and help you get to where you want to be in your career.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
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