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Senior Principal Biostatistician

UK, Reading · South Africa, Johannesburg

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Seniority
Lead / management
Countries
GB, ZA
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
27 Sept 2026

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the posting

  • Senior Principal Biostatistician
  • ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.

As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.

As a Senior Principal Biostatistician at ICON, you will be responsible for leading statistical methodologies and contribute to the design and analysis of clinical studies to ensure the highest standards of data integrity and regulatory compliance.

What You Will Do:

You will oversee biostatistics workstreams, ensuring deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing and implementing statistical analysis plans for clinical trials, ensuring alignment with study objectives and regulatory guidelines.
  • Overseeing the statistical analysis of clinical data, providing insights and interpretations to support decision-making and reporting.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including clinical, regulatory, and data management, to ensure integrated and efficient study execution.
  • Mentoring junior statisticians and providing training on statistical methodologies and software applications.
  • Contributing to the preparation of regulatory submissions and publications, ensuring statistical rigor and transparency.
  • Staying updated on industry trends and advancements in statistical methodologies to drive innovation in study design and analysis.
  • Participating in protocol development and providing input on endpoints and statistical considerations for clinical studies.

Your Profile:

You will have solid biostatistics experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.

Required qualifications and experience:

  • A master's degree or Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field.
  • Extensive experience in biostatistics within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, particularly in clinical trial design and analysis.
  • Strong knowledge of statistical software (e.g., SAS, R) and proficiency in programming for data analysis.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience in mentoring and guiding teams.
  • Strong communication skills, with the ability to present statistical concepts to non-statistical audiences effectively.
  • Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational skills to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Rewards & Benefits

ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

Benefits may include:

  • Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
  • Retirement and pension plans
  • Life assurance and disability coverage
  • Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
  • Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

Inclusion and Accessibility

ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here .

Are you a current ICON Employee? Please click here to apply

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