Principal Biostatistician
Education and Experience:MS/MA degree in statistics, biostatistics, mathematics or related field5 years experience required (including experience mentoring personnel and coordinating the work of project teams)Must have experience serving as a lead biostatistician on multiple projectsDemonstrated ability to successfully lead the biostatistics elements of multiple clinical projects simultaneouslyOr Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills and abilities Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Strong knowledge of statistical principles underlying clinical trials and strong statistical skillsSAS programming skills and familiarity of other statistical packages and understanding of database structuresGood organizational skills across individual projects, managing own and team work loadsAbility to adapt and adjust to changing prioritiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work in a multi-disciplinary team settingPositive attitude and the ability to work well with othersBasic knowledge of statistical principles applied to the design and analysis of clinical trialsAbility to interpret and contribute to company policiesExcellent problem solving skillsEvidence of supervisory/mentoring skills as shown by leadership of projects and team membersWorking ConditionsWork is performed in an office and/or a clinical environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms. Occasional drives to site locations, frequent domestic travel and rare international travel.Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves. Exposure to fluctuating and/or extreme temperatures on rare occasions. Physical DemandsFrequently vertical and /or stationary for 6-8 hours per day. Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists. Frequent mobility required. Frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck. Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs. Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.Ability to communicate moderately complex information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Frequently interacts with others, relates sensitive information to diverse groups. Ability to apply basic principles to solve conceptual issues. Performs a wide range of variable tasks as dictated by variable demands and changing conditions with little predictability as to the occurrence. Ability to perform under stress. Ability to multi-task. Regular and consistent attendance.Pharmaceutical Product Development, LLC is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, disability or protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and/or local law.