Master's degree or Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field
5+ years of biostatistical experience in a CRO, pharmaceutical, or biotech company
Proven experience leading studies with client-facing responsibilities
Experience in a clinical research organization preferred
Advanced skills in planning and supervising statistical processes for multiple studies
Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated leadership
Excellent time management and prioritization abilities
Responsibilities
Lead biostatistician for programs or individual studies
Oversee statistical activities for client and regulatory interactions
Review and approve statistical methods in study protocols
Author statistical analysis plans (SAPs) and reports
Program using SAS and/or R for statistical analyses
Conduct statistical analyses for clients
Mentor junior statisticians and support their development
Initiate improvements in internal processes or guidance
Benefits
Competitive base salary and performance-related incentives
Health and wellbeing programs including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement and pension plans
Life assurance and disability coverage
Employee assistance programs and wellbeing resources
Learning and development opportunities through structured training
Full Job Description
Senior Biostatistician I - United States & Mexico (Remote)
We have an incredible opportunity for a Senior Biostatistician I to join ICON’s Full-Service Early Phase Biostatistics team. The Senior Biostatistician I will lead and oversee early phase clinical trials. They will provide input to statistical components including protocols, mocks/shells, SAP text, programmed deliverables, and CSRs.
Location: Remote
United States
Mexico
What you will be doing:
Serve as lead biostatistician for programs of studies, or on simple to complex individual studies
Oversee statistical activities that support ICON’s interactions with clients and regulatory agencies
Review and approve statistical methods sections of study protocols
Author statistical analysis plans (SAPs), and statistical input to reports
Program using SAS and/or R for inferential statistics
Conduct statistical analyses for clients
Mentor or provide support to junior statisticians
Lead or partake in initiatives to improve internal processes or create new guidance
Your profile:
Master's degree OR Ph.D in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field
5+ years of biostatistical experience in either a CRO, pharmaceutical, or biotech company
Experience leading studies, including client facing responsibilities and timeline management
Experience working in a clinical research organization (preferred)
Advanced ability to plan, supervise, implement, and monitor the statistical processes for multiple clinical studies
Effective written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated leadership ability
Ability to prioritize with strong time management skills
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Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.
Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.
Benefits may include:
Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
Retirement and pension plans
Life assurance and disability coverage
Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways
Benefits may vary depending on role and location.
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About ICON plc
ICON plc is a global provider of drug development and commercialisation services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries. The company specialises in the strategic development, management and analysis of programs that support clinical development. ICON has approximately 15700 employees in 40 countries. The company was founded in Dublin, Ireland in 1990 and is headquartered in Leopardstown, Dublin. ICON has been publicly traded on the NASDAQ since 1998.