This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Principal Biostatistician Team Lead based in United States.
This role offers the opportunity to lead a talented biostatistics team supporting impactful clinical research and healthcare innovation.
You will provide strategic statistical expertise across complex studies while guiding the development and performance of a multidisciplinary team.
The position combines people leadership, advanced statistical methodology, and collaboration with researchers, clinicians, and operational teams.
You will help shape study design, data analysis strategies, and research processes that contribute to meaningful healthcare outcomes.
As a senior contributor, you will influence best practices, mentor professionals, and drive excellence in biostatistical operations.
This is an opportunity to make a direct impact in a mission-driven environment focused on advancing patient care through data and evidence.
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Principal Biostatistician Team Lead based in United States.
This role offers the opportunity to lead a talented biostatistics team supporting impactful clinical research and healthcare innovation.
You will provide strategic statistical expertise across complex studies while guiding the development and performance of a multidisciplinary team.
The position combines people leadership, advanced statistical methodology, and collaboration with researchers, clinicians, and operational teams.
You will help shape study design, data analysis strategies, and research processes that contribute to meaningful healthcare outcomes.
As a senior contributor, you will influence best practices, mentor professionals, and drive excellence in biostatistical operations.
This is an opportunity to make a direct impact in a mission-driven environment focused on advancing patient care through data and evidence.
Accountabilities:
- Lead and mentor a team of biostatisticians, data managers, data entry specialists, and programmers by providing guidance, performance support, and professional development opportunities.
- Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of statistical activities across multiple research projects and complex clinical studies.
- Provide expert consultation on study design, sample size calculations, data collection methods, randomization strategies, statistical modeling, and analytical approaches.
- Review and guide statistical programming, database management, data extraction, and data analysis activities to ensure accuracy and quality.
- Serve as a primary statistical resource and point of contact for investigators, researchers, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Ensure compliance with research protocols, standard operating procedures, regulatory requirements, and sponsor expectations.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, and career development initiatives for statistical team members.
- Collaborate with leadership to assess resource needs, allocate workloads, and develop budgets for statistical support activities.
- Promote continuous learning by organizing training sessions, seminars, and professional development opportunities.
- Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders through effective communication and collaboration.
- Master’s degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- Extensive experience applying statistical methods within medical research, clinical trials, or healthcare-related studies.
- Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience mentoring and developing technical teams.
- Demonstrated expertise in statistical methodology, study design, analytical modeling, and interpretation of research data.
- Proficiency with standard statistical software and tools used for advanced data analysis.
- Knowledge of database systems and data management practices to support effective data extraction and utilization.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex statistical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
- 15+ years of experience as a statistician in medical research environments, preferably supporting clinical trials.
- Experience leading biostatistical teams within academic, healthcare, or research organizations.
- Comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee health, well-being, and long-term growth.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement and financial wellness programs.
- Paid time off and holiday benefits.
- Opportunities for professional development, training, and career advancement.
- Access to a collaborative research environment focused on innovation and improving patient outcomes.
- Remote work flexibility.
- Opportunity to contribute to impactful healthcare research and large-scale clinical initiatives.
- Supportive workplace culture focused on collaboration, inclusion, and continuous learning.
The Principal Biostatistician Team Lead will oversee biostatistical operations, provide technical leadership, and ensure high-quality statistical support for clinical research initiatives. This role requires a balance of advanced analytical expertise, team development, project oversight, and strategic collaboration across research teams.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate is an experienced biostatistics leader with a strong background in medical research, statistical methodology, and team management. You should have the ability to translate complex research questions into effective analytical strategies while mentoring others and managing large-scale projects.
Preferred Qualifications: