Senior/Principal Biostatistician

IQVIA
Greater Manchester, England
11 months ago
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Senior/Principal Biostatistician

Home-Based/Hybrid/Office-Based

Join us on our exciting journey!

Improving the expectations for human health isn’t easy, but we are determined. Together, we​ are on a path to achieving this vision. At IQVIA, we share a passion for the greater good, a collaborative spirit, and endless curiosity. Each day is another opportunity to find new solutions and enable the next breakthrough.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking Senior/Principal Biostatisticians to join our award winning and innovative department. You will have the opportunity to work globally and across a variety of therapeutic areas. 

Job Overview:

As a Senior/Principal Biostatistician, you will be given access to cutting-edge, in-house technology and opportunities to work on global projects across a variety of therapeutic areas. 

Thanks to our development opportunities and mentoring at all levels, you will be able to progress your long-term career in the direction you choose.

You will provide statistical consulting and technical support as it relates to the design, statistical analysis, and regulatory submissions of clinical trial studies.

Acting as a statistical team lead for single, complex studies or groups of studies, you will manage the scope of work and budget, providing revenue and resource forecasts, coupled with preparing proposal text and attending bid defense meetings.

You will also collaborate with medical and programming staff to produce interim reports and final reports, allowing a comprehensive understanding and interpretation of the clinical trial data and outcome. 

Requirements:

BSc or MSc degree in Biostatistics or related field and between 5-7 years’ relevant experience

Familiarity with moderately complex statistical methods that apply to applicable clinical trials.

Phase 2/3 experience.

Good working knowledge of SAS.

Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and project, ability to communicate and explain statistics

What is in it for you?

Global exposure

Variety of therapeutic areas

Collaborative and supportive team environment

Access to cutting-edge in-house technology

Excellent career development and progression opportunities

Work-Life Balance

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at

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