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Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom
Newcastle upon Tyne
1 week ago
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Job Title: Biostatistician / Statistical Programmer

Location: United Kingdom

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time


About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Biostatistician / Statistical Programmer to join our growing clinical development team, supporting Oncology Phase I–II clinical trials.


You will play a key role in SAP development and updates as well as TFL (Tables, Figures, and Listings) programming to support Clinical Study Reports (CSR) and interim analyses. This is a hands-on role working closely with clinical and regulatory teams to ensure high-quality statistical deliverables that meet regulatory and project requirements.


Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs) for oncology clinical trials
  • Design and program TFL shells and TFL outputs for CSRs and interim analyses
  • Collaborate with clinical and data management teams to ensure statistical deliverables meet timelines and compliance standards
  • Perform programming and validation using SAS in line with internal standards
  • Support data interpretation and reporting for regulatory submissions and clinical decision-making


Requirements (Must-Have)

  • 1–3 years’ experience as a Biostatistician or Statistical Programmer in oncology clinical trials (Phase I/II preferred)
  • Hands-on experience with SAS programming for TFL development and reporting
  • Experience with SAP development and updates for clinical studies
  • Strong knowledge of clinical trial processes and statistical methodologies
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills


Desirable Skills

  • Experience in early-phase oncology trials
  • Familiarity with UK clinical research regulations and global trial standards
  • Prior involvement in regulatory submissions or CSR preparation
  • Experience working within a cross-functional clinical team


What We Offer

  • Competitive UK salary with benefits package
  • Opportunity to work on innovative oncology studies with real patient impact
  • Career progression in a growing biostatistics and clinical programming function
  • Hybrid/ Remote working with a balance of home-based flexibility and in-person collaboration

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