Job Specifications
We are seeking a Non-Clinical Biostatistician to provide statistical expertise across the full research and development process in the pharmaceutical/biotech sector. You will define, execute, and report statistical analyses for non-clinical studies, including discovery experiments, toxicology programs, PK/PD, and CMC studies. The ideal candidate is proactive, innovative, and motivated to tackle complex scientific questions while supporting decision-making in drug development.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the lead statistician for non-clinical projects, including discovery, toxicology, and CMC studies.
Design experiments, calculate sample sizes, and contribute to study protocols and reports.
Develop, validate, and maintain statistical programs for data parsing, visualization, and analyses.
Review analyses from external partners (CROs) and interpret results alongside scientific teams.
Apply and improve statistical methodologies for complex non-clinical questions.
Provide statistical guidance and training to scientists and stakeholders.
Support publications, press releases, and presentations with statistical expertise.
Ensure regulatory compliance (ICH-GxP) and implement reproducible research practices (R Markdown/Quarto, version control, cloud-based environments).
Required Skills & Experience
Master’s degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, or a related field; PhD is a plus.
5-10 years of non-clinical biostatistics experience in pharmaceutical or biotech settings.
Strong expertise in SAS, R, Python, and statistical analysis of animal models, PK/PD, and toxicology studies.
Solid understanding of experimental design, sample size calculations, and dose-response modeling.
Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
Experience with reproducible research, version control (GitHub), and cloud-based data environments (AWS, MS OneLake, Databricks).
Knowledge or interest in (auto-)immune disease research is highly desirable.
Why This Role?
Contribute directly to the development of innovative therapies for patients with unmet needs.
Work in a collaborative, dynamic environment with a strong focus on scientific excellence.
Opportunity for long-term engagement and professional growth.
About the Company
Founded in 2012, Planet Pharma has a dedicated team of seasoned professionals with extensive experience supporting the Life Sciences industry, specifically:
- Medical Device
- Pharmaceuticals
- Diagnostics
- Biotechnology
- CRO
- CMO
- Specialty Providers
- Labs/ Healthcare
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