Principal Statistician
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Statistician to join our FSP team to support one of our fantastic and well-known global pharmaceutical clients, at 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 focus on either GI, oncology, neuroscience or infectious disease studies. The role will be full-time and fully remote and the successful candidate can be based anywhere in the UK, Spain or France.
Responsibilities
The following areas of expertise will be aligned to the role... Statistical expertise and scientific leadership Leadership and people development Compliance, quality and governance Communication and influence
Qualifications
Educated to PhD or MSc in Biostatistics, statistics or a related discipline 7+ years of CRO/pharmaceutical industry experience, operating as a Statistician 7+ years of CDISC experience Previous experience working on GI studies (advantageous) Solid statistical knowledge and capability in statistical analysis (e.g. binary and continuous data analysis, missing data handling, etc.) Experience in novel study design, Bayesian statistics, or complex statistical analysis/modeling/simulations is advantageous Prior experience working in a cross-functional clinical trial setting Prior experience in authoring and reviewing SAP/TLF shells Prior experience in reviewing and validating ADaM/TLFs for DMC, IA and CSR Prior submission experience (advantageous) Good programming skills in SAS, R is advantageous Able to work independently, but also be a strong team player Why Join Us? Remote working and flexible working hours Career development, mentorship, and continuous learning Supportive, friendly, and collaborative culture Making a Positive Impact: As a B-Corp™ organization, we are committed to sustainability, solid responsibility and strong ethical governance through our ESG initiatives About Phastar Phastar 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 & Recognition SCRIP – Best Contract Research Organization, Specialist Provider Citeline – 2025 Award Winner Fierce CRO Awards – Recognized Industry Leader Apply Now Be 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/Agencies Phastar 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. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and Phastar. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of Phastar. Phastar shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.