Director of Biostatistics

Planet Pharma
Manchester
7 months ago
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We are currently supporting a leading global biopharmaceutical company in the search for an experienced Global Statistical Lead with a strong background in oncology drug development. This is a high-impact individual contributor role offering the opportunity to provide strategic input across clinical development, with a particular focus on Phase I–III oncology studies.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Provide strategic statistical leadership to support clinical development plans, with a focus on oncology and immuno-oncology programs.
  • Lead and coordinate all statistical activities across multiple functions (e.g., Clinical Development, Biomarkers, Medical Affairs).
  • Collaborate with and guide study-level statisticians, ensuring quality and consistency across trials.
  • Deliver submission support and regulatory strategy, including participation in key interactions with health authorities.
  • Influence cross-functional decision-making, working in close partnership with Clinical, Regulatory, and other key stakeholders.
  • Apply advanced statistical methodologies, including Bayesian frameworks and survival analysis, to support data-driven decisions.


Key Requirements:


  • PhD with at least 9 years, or Master’s degree with at least 12 years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
  • Strong expertise in oncology clinical trials, with experience in Phase I–III studies.
  • Proven experience in statistical strategy, including input to clinical development plans and submission activities.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence key decisions without direct line management responsibility.
  • Proficiency in survival analysis; familiarity with Bayesian methods is highly desirable.


Please click ‘apply’ or contact David Rowland (Recruiter II) at Planet Pharma for more information:

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About Planet Pharma:


Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its head-quarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries with a current network of 2500+ active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent / direct hire recruitment offering.


Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognised by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including: Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing.


We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.


www.planet-pharma.com

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