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Principal Biostatistician

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The Principal Biostatistician leads statistical activities for complex clinical trials, especially in oncology, and provides expert consulting.
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Principal Biostatistician- EMEA Oncology

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development

ICON plc is a global leader in healthcare intelligence and clinical research. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive environment that drives innovation and excellence. Join us as we work together to shape the future of clinical development.

We are currently seeking a Principal Biostatistician to join our diverse and dynamic team. In this role, you will be integral to the design and analysis of clinical trials, interpretation of complex medical data, and the advancement of groundbreaking treatments and therapies.

As a member of our Biotech Full Service division you will be supporting small and medium-sized biotech clients. Within the Oncology account group we are looking for Biostatisticians to lead phase 1-3 Oncology clinical trials.

What You Will Be Doing:

  • Lead biostatistician for program-level studies, submissions, or individual studies ranging from simple to complex.

  • Oversee statistical activities that support ICON’s interactions with clients and regulatory agencies.

  • Review and approve statistical methods sections of study protocols, statistical analysis plans, and contribute to the statistical input in reports.

  • Prepare and approve research proposals and budgets, providing statistical consulting and conducting statistical analyses for clients.

  • Participate in bid defense meetings and deliver presentations at marketing meetings with prospective clients.

Your Profile:

  • Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field, with at least 9 years of biostatistical experience for those with a Master’s degree, or 7 years for those with a Ph.D.

  • A minimum of 3 years’ experience in oncology, with expertise in leading phase 1-3 clinical trials.

  • In-depth knowledge of RECIST.

  • Experience with iRECIST and Lugano criteria is a plus.

  • Knowledge of Bayesian methods is an added advantage.

  • Advanced skills in planning, supervising, implementing, and monitoring statistical processes across multiple clinical studies.

  • Strong written and oral communication skills, with proven leadership capabilities.

What ICON can offer you:

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.

Our benefits examples include:

  • Various annual leave entitlements

  • A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.

  • Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.

  • Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.

  • Life assurance

  • Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values.   We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here.

Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.

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Top Skills

Bayesian Methods
Biostatistics
Irecist
Lugano Criteria
Recist
Statistical Analysis
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