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Principal Statistician

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United StatesPosted on 3/5/2026

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Job Title: Principal StatisticianJob

Location

: United KingdomJob

Location

Type: RemoteJob Contract Type: Full-timeJob Seniority Level: Mid-Senior levelWe are seeking an experienced Statistician to join our FSP team to support one of our fantastic and well-known global pharmaceutical clients, at Senior/Principal level.

We are looking for someone who is bright, adaptable – an individual that possesses excellent communication and relationship building skills.

The successful candidate will perform exploratory statistical analysis for assigned clinical studies and provide deliverables to support decision making and publications.

This position will be full-time and fully remote (or hybrid/office based, depending on your

location

). Key responsibilities:Provide statistical support in the design, analysis, and interpretation of translational analyses in clinical studies to enable quantitative decision makingContributing statistical modeling expertise to cross-functional project teams, working closely with colleagues from discovery biology, translational and clinical research, and partner linesEffectively working with and gleaning insights from a wide variety of data sources, from standard in-vitro in-vivo assays to complex imaging data or sensor dataApplying state-of-the-art data science methodologies (taken from statistics, machine learning, and AI) and fit-for-purpose statistical analysis for various projects and data types



Requirements



:MSc or PhD in Statistics/Biostatistics or related disciplineStrong statistical programming skills (excellent in R), capable of writing clean, documented, and reproducible analysesExperience with TidyverseExperience in an academic setting working with multiple principal investigatorsAn understanding of translational and clinical (SDTM/ADaM) data formatsAbility to work independently on complicated datasets, including all aspects of data analysis (data cleaning, algorithm development, statistical analysis, and documentation)Experience with mixed effects modellingExcellent communication skills and strong collaboration skillsStrong planning/organizational skills; ability to manage multiple deliverables and deadlinesAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environmentWhy Join UsRemote working and flexible working hoursCareer development, mentorship, and continuous learningSupportive, friendly, and collaborative cultureMaking a Positive Impact: As a B-Corp™ organization, we are committed to sustainability, solid responsibility and strong ethical governance through our ESG initiativesAbout PhastarPhastar is an award-winning biometrics and data science CRO, trusted by pharma, biotech, and medical device companies worldwide. With a global team of data specialists, we bring expertise, precision, and pace to every trial, because behind every data point is a patient waiting for treatment.

We transform complex data into clear, actionable intelligence, helping accelerate drug development, and bring life-changing therapies to patients faster. Awards RecognitionSCRIP – Best Contract Research Organization, Specialist ProviderCiteline – 2025 Award WinnerFierce CRO Awards – Recognized Industry LeaderApply NowBe part of a team known for technical expertise, quality, and impact.

We value Excellence, Collaboration, Integrity, Innovation, and Passion—and we seek team members who embody these qualities. Apply today. Phastar is committed to the principles and practices of equal opportunities and to encourage the establishment of a diverse workforce.

It is our policy to employ individuals on the basis of their suitability for the work to be performed and their potential for development, regardless of age, sex, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief.

This includes creating a culture that fully reflects our commitment to equal opportunities for all. Important notice to Employment businesses/AgenciesPhastar does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact Phastar's Head of Talent Acquisition to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to Phastar.

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