-BIO-STATISTICIAN -ONCOLOGY & CNS STUDIES -GLOBAL CRO SALARY + BENEFITS Very Competitive salary + Full Range of Benefits BACKGROUND Our client is a CRO focused entirely on CNS and Oncology. The company has been operating for around 20 years, have offices in 32 countries worldwide and employ 300 people. They are expanding rapidly in Europe and are currently setting up a European HQ is the Thames Valley. PURPOSE OF ROLE Responsible for working independently on clinical trial projects sponsored by pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device companies. Explains, interprets and utilises statistical procedures for design and analysis of clinical trials, Integrated Summary of Safety (ISS), and Integrated Summary of Efficacy (ISE). Works closely with project managers and clinical database managers and participates as a project team member. PRIMARY DUTIES -Leads the planning and implementation of statistical analysis for clinical study reports. -Interacts with data co-ordinators and programmers to solicit and obtain information. -Reviews the proposed methods and data collection instruments for validity and efficiency. -Uses intermediate statistical methods, e.g. generalised linear models, survival analysis, etc. -Ensures that all work is accomplished on time according to established process; seeks continuous improvement in the process. -Represents the company at internal and sponsor technical meetings. -Prepares key portions of integrated clinical/statistical reports and reviews computer generated tables for verification of compliance and accuracy. -Maintains overall awareness in the field of bio-statistics SKILLS REQUIRED -Requires an M.S. or Ph.D. in Biostatistics or closely related discipline or equivalent. -Candidates with M.S. qualification must have at least 4 years of relevant biotechnology or pharmaceutical clinical trial experience. -Candidates with a Ph.D. qualification must have at least 2 years of relevant biotechnology or pharmaceutical clinical trial experience. -Strong SAS programming skills and experience in UNIX and personal computer environment are essential. -Ability to handle multiple tasks to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment is essential. -Requires strong organisational, presentation, documentation and interpersonal skills as well as a team-oriented approach. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This is a full time office based permanent position located in Berkshire For a confidential discussion, please telephone Olivier Leger at AXESS on 020 8560 2300. To apply, please send your CV to [log in to unmask] quoting reference 1484. **A CHANCE TO WIN AN iPOD!!** Register with AXESS or apply for a role through us with an updated CV in September and you will be entered into a prize draw to win an iPod!! www.axess.co.uk