Biostatistician (Contract)
Ref: FW 00250

This is an excellent opportunity for a Biostatistician with pharmaceutical 
industry experience.  Our client, an independent, pharmaceutical company 
that operates internationally, focuses primarily on analgesics, but are 
also actively marketing oral contraceptives and treatment for respiratory 
tract disease.  They would like to engage a contract candidate for 6-12 
months at their office in , New Jersey,

JOB ROLE: The Biostatistician will report to the Head of Biostatistics 
with responsibilities including:
•	Providing statistical input at study level and providing trial-
related calculations. 
•	Planning, analyzing and reporting the biostatistical part of a 
clinical trial, including the introduction and implementation of 
biostatistical methods. 
•	Coordinating biostatistical activities with Clinical Research 
Organizations. 
•	Recommending resource needs and analysis costs for trials. 
•	Working according to ICH-GCP and ICH-biostatistics guidelines. 
•	Guiding and instructing Biostatistical SAS-Programmers. 


QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
•	University degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Biometry or an 
equivalent study course. 
•	Solid knowledge of biostatistical methods as well as relevant 
guidelines. 
•	Familiar with relevant aspects in clinical research and regulatory 
processes. 
•	Minimum 2 years active pharmaceutical industry experience. 
•	An insight in medicine and drug safety in order to optimize design 
of studies in cooperation with specialists from other disciplines is 
beneficial 
•	International and inter-cultural work experience 
•	Solid knowledge about the company's key indications and substance 

PERSONAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES:
•	Fluent in English, 
•	Strong communication skills and enjoy working in teams 


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KEY WORDS:  Biostatistician, Biostatistics, Statistician, Statistics, 
Clinical Trials, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Reporting, 
Biostatistical Methods, ICH, GCP, Mathematics, Biometry, Clinical 
Research, Regulatory, Drug Development, Pharmaceutical