Principal Scientist, Biostatistics, Late-Stage Clinical Development
MerckRahway, NJ · full time · Principal
$190,800 – $300,300
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What this role is
A leadership role in biostatistics within a pharmaceutical R&D department, responsible for designing and analyzing clinical trials, managing statistical programming teams, and ensuring regulatory compliance for drug and vaccine development. This suits experienced statisticians who want to advance into senior scientific leadership while driving the statistical strategy behind clinical research programs.
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What they ask for
Required
- Ph.D. or M.S. in Biostatistics or Statistics
- 9+ years of relevant experience (with M.S.) or 6+ years (with Ph.D.)
- Knowledge of statistical methodology and experimental design
- Experience with Phase II/III clinical trials
- Understanding of worldwide regulatory requirements
- Ability to lead statistical and programming teams
Nice to have
- Scientific leadership in clinical trial design and analysis
- Experience with regulatory drug and vaccine submissions
- Background in respiratory or immunology disease areas