Principal Biostatistician at ClinChoice - Pharma CRO in Columbus
Career & Market Insight
This is a senior/principal-level contract role at the intersection of clinical biostatistics and pharma drug development — a highly specialized and well-compensated niche. The embedded model (working directly with one sponsor through a CRO) offers a rare combination: sponsor-level focus with CRO-level career infrastructure.
Compensation benchmarks: Senior/Principal Biostatisticians in Europe typically command €80,000–€130,000+ annually (or €60–€100/hour on contract). ClinChoice does not disclose rates, so candidates should benchmark against their specific market.
Skills developed in this role:
- Advanced statistical methods: Poisson/negative binomial regression, time-to-event analysis, multiple imputation
- End-to-end SAP (Statistical Analysis Plan) ownership — highly transferable to regulatory submissions
- Rare therapeutic area exposure: Bronchiectasis and Hepatitis B — niche but growing programs
- SAS and R proficiency, both of which remain in strong demand across pharma and biotech
Green flags: ClinChoice boasts below-industry-average turnover, 28+ years in operation, and a stated focus on professional development — signals of a stable, growth-oriented employer. The embedded model also gives consultants meaningful client relationships and visibility.
Watch points: Contract roles carry inherent uncertainty in duration and renewal. Candidates should clarify contract length, renewal expectations, and whether a full-time conversion pathway exists. The role appears IC-heavy with limited mention of team leadership, which may suit specialists but could limit management-track growth.
Are you interested in working directly for a single sponsor while having the security and additional career opportunities that working for a global CRO can bring? Our team says it's the best of both worlds….
ClinChoice is searching for a Senior/Principal Biostatistician Consultant to join one of our clients.
ClinChoice is a global full-service CRO with a strong focus on quality, professional development, and supportive culture. As a client-facing role, we are looking for confident candidates with the ability to work independently whilst establishing a high-trust environment with the client's counterparts.
Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Serve as study statistician or support statistician on Bronchiectasis or Hepatitis B programs
Primary Responsibilities:
- Responsible for protocol development including study design, sample size calculation, randomization, and statistical analysis plan for assigned studies.
- Provide statistical oversight to studies and assure adequate quality and consistency with project requirements.
- Responsible for assuring that data for statistical analyses are complete, accurate and consistent.
- Responsible for statistical analysis plans and the accuracy and timeliness of statistical input into reports or decisions.
- Responsible for validity of analysis and alternative analysis strategies when unforeseen circumstances arise.
- Demonstrates extensive understanding of statistical concepts and methodologies. Recognizes and corrects flaws in scientific reasoning and statistical interpretation.
- Responsible for accuracy and consistency of statistical tables, figures, and data listings, accuracy of report text, and consistency between summary tables in the body of reports and the corresponding source tables and listings.
- Responsible for statistical methods section for the reports. Identifies and corrects common flaws in interpretation of results, inconsistency in presentation or inference, adherence to the report guidelines, and assures project-wide consistency.
Qualifications:
- MS or PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, or related field.
- High degree of technical competence:
- Understanding of Poisson regression or negative binomial methods, time to event, or multiple imputation methods
- Competent in experimental design, descriptive and inferential statistics.
- Pharmaceutical or related industry experience with clinical trials.
- Vaccines or infectious disease experience preferred but not essential
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- Excellent programming skills (SAS/R)
The Application Process
Once you have submitted your CV, you will receive an acknowledgement that we received it. If you have the requirements we need, you will be invited for phone interview as the first step. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we cannot reply to everyone individually if you are not successful.
Who will you be working for?
About ClinChoice
ClinChoice is a global full-service CRO specializing in clinical development and functional solutions for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and consumer health companies. We have over 28 years of proven high-quality delivery and results across all our services, with over 4,000 professionals in more than 20 countries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.
Our Company Ethos
Our mission drives our culture: to contribute to a healthier and safer world by accelerating the development and commercialization of innovative drugs and devices. Our employees are the most valuable company asset and they are the fulcrum around which all ClinChoice activities are built and close management and training is the core instrument to develop and maintain highly-qualified personnel. The continuous training keeps the resources qualified in terms of competence and expertise and gives all personnel the clear tools needed to manage both internal and client processes with the same methodology. The success of these core values is evidenced by our below industry average turnover rates.
ClinChoice is an equal opportunity employer. We have based our success on attracting, developing, and promoting talent guided by diversity and inclusivity. Our employees come from very diverse backgrounds: gender, race, beliefs, and ethnicities. We recognize this is our strength and celebrate it.
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