PHASTAR
Principal Statistician
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Overview
We are looking for a Senior Statistician with 5+ years of experience in RWE/HEOR, strong oncology expertise, solid epidemiology and observational study experience, proven publication support capabilities, and strong client-facing skills. SAS is required; experience with healthcare databases (claims, EMR, registries) is essential. In this role, you will be fully utilizing your technical skills, but you will also be serving as a lead biostatistician. The successful candidate will work within a global team, using their project management and project leadership skills.
This role is full-time and fully remote. The successful candidate will be based in the UK, France, Spain, or Germany.
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
- Master's degree or PhD in a relevant field (Biostatistics, Epidemiology, HEOR, Public Health, or related discipline).
- Minimum 5 years of experience in RWE and/or HEOR studies
- Strong experience in oncology
- Strong, demonstrable SAS skills
- Proven experience leading observational research studies from design to delivery
- Solid understanding of epidemiology, statistical methodologies, real-world data (RWD), and observational study design
- Experience developing Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs) and providing methodological guidance on study design, patient cohorts, demographics, clinical variables, and lines of therapy
- Experience supporting scientific publications, manuscripts, and evidence generation activities
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret results and communicate findings to clients and stakeholders
- Experience working with secondary healthcare data sources, such as claims databases, electronic medical records (EMR/EHR), and patient registries
- Experience with US healthcare databases and real-world data sources is advantageous
- Knowledge of European databases such as CPRD and disease registries is advantageous
- Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills is advantageous
- Demonstrated project leadership and/or project management experience is advantageous
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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
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