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Senior Biostatistician (complex longitudinal registry or real-world data required)

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Posted this week

LOCATION

North Carolina · Remote

EXPERIENCE

5+ Years

TYPE

FullTime

SKILLS REQUIRED

BiostatisticsReal-World EvidenceLongitudinal Data AnalysisObservational Study DesignR

Job description

Overview

The Senior Biostatistician serves as the statistical lead on high-profile client-facing real-world evidence projects, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

What you'll do

  • Design studies and develop statistical analysis plans.
  • Oversee analyses to ensure high-quality, scientifically rigorous real-world evidence generation.
  • Provide strategic statistical leadership across consulting work, pharmacovigilance, and registry coordination.

What you'll need

  • Master's degree and/or Doctorate degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Bioinformatics, Mathematics or a related quantitative field required; an equivalency combining appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience will be considered.
  • Minimum 5–8 years post Master's or 3-5 years post-doctorate applied statistical programming experience in a research, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, CRO, or medical setting required.
  • Demonstrated experience leading complex observational research studies (e.g. longitudinal, EMR, registry data) required.
  • Experience working with complex longitudinal registry or real-world data required.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of retrospective and prospective observational study designs and related methodologies required.
  • Advanced proficiency in R required.
  • Strong understanding of statistical methodology for observational and longitudinal data analyses.
  • Ability to independently lead projects, prioritize competing deliverables, and manage multiple timelines effectively.
  • Strong scientific, analytical, problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams and communicate complex statistical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality, reproducible analyses and documentation.
  • Excellent written communication skills and adherence to best practices for statistical programming and code documentation.
  • Ability to make independent judgments under limited supervision.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

Nice to have

  • Experience mentoring or supervising junior biostatisticians.
  • Experience with SAS.

Details

  • Location: Remote in the United States.
  • Standard work schedule Monday through Friday.
  • Relocation assistance is not provided.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.
  • Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, including a drug screening.

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Senior Biostatistician (complex longitudinal registry or real-world data required)