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Statistical Science Lead, Director, Preston, Lancashire

Client: Planet Pharma

Location: Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

Job Description:

Planet Pharma is partnered with a leading pharmaceutical client seeking to hire a Statistical Science Lead (Director level) to support drug development programs and individual studies within assigned projects. This role will oversee the delivery of all required statistical support and outputs, either by leading a team of statisticians or by contributing directly as a member of the study team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure QSEG deliverables are high-quality and consistent across studies.
• Provide strategic statistical input for early or less complex assets, including study design and advanced analysis methods.
• Lead or support biomarker and PK/PD strategies, including large or complex studies and marketed products.
• Contribute to regulatory and payer submissions, offering clear statistical interpretations of results.
• Communicate key data and findings to stakeholders effectively.
• Ensure relevant data sources are available and used effectively for decision-making, submissions, or marketing.
• Support due diligence by reviewing data and advising the company.
• Develop, explain, and validate complex statistical methods.

Key Requirements:

• PhD or M.S in Biostatistics, Statistics, or related scientific field
• 6+ years (9+ years for MS) of experience in applying statistical methods in biomedical research, Pharma, CRO, Academia
• Advanced and broad knowledge of statistical methods, with understanding of industry practices related to clinical and biomarker data analysis
• Proficiency in SAS; knowledge of R preferred
• Familiarity with data management and programming processes and procedures
• Experience working in an international environment

About Planet Pharma:

Planet Pharma is an American-based employment agency providing global staffing services, with headquarters in Chicago and an EMEA regional office in Central London. We operate in over 30 countries with a network of 2,500+ active contractors and offer permanent and direct hire recruitment services.

We pride ourselves on our industry expertise and strong relationships with clients. Recently recognized by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, we have received multiple industry awards for our service quality. Our expertise spans Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions, Clinical Development, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs/Writing.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

Visit us at www.planet-pharma.com

To apply or for more information, please contact Charlotte Fagan, Recruitment Manager, at Planet Pharma.