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Director of Biostatistics, Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Client: Planet Pharma
Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views:
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Posted:
22.08.2025
Expiry Date:
06.10.2025
Job Description:
We are currently supporting a leading global biopharmaceutical company in the search for an experienced Global Statistical Lead with a strong background in oncology drug development. This is a high-impact individual contributor role offering the opportunity to provide strategic input across clinical development, with a particular focus on Phase I–III oncology studies.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide strategic statistical leadership to support clinical development plans, focusing on oncology and immuno-oncology programs.
* Lead and coordinate all statistical activities across multiple functions (e.g., Clinical Development, Biomarkers, Medical Affairs).
* Collaborate with and guide study-level statisticians, ensuring quality and consistency across trials.
* Deliver submission support and regulatory strategy, including participation in key interactions with health authorities.
* Influence cross-functional decision-making, working closely with Clinical, Regulatory, and other stakeholders.
* Apply advanced statistical methodologies, including Bayesian frameworks and survival analysis, to support data-driven decisions.
Key Requirements:
* PhD with at least 9 years, or Master’s degree with at least 12 years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
* Strong expertise in oncology clinical trials, with experience in Phase I–III studies.
* Proven experience in statistical strategy, including input to clinical development plans and submission activities.
* Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence decisions without direct line management responsibility.
* Proficiency in survival analysis; familiarity with Bayesian methods is highly desirable.
Application Process:
Please click ‘apply’ or contact David Rowland (Recruiter II) at Planet Pharma for more information.
Planet Pharma is an American parented employment business/agency providing global staffing services, headquartered in Chicago with an EMEA regional office in Central London. We operate in over 30 countries with a network of 2,500+ active contractors and offer comprehensive permanent and direct hire recruitment services.
Our expertise and relationships within the industry make us unique. Recently recognized by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, we have received multiple awards for our commitment to excellence. Our functional expertise includes Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions, Clinical Development, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs/Writing.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
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