[Hiring] Principal Statistician @PHASTAR

Role Description

We are looking for a Senior Statistician with 5+ years of experience in RWE/HEOR, strong oncology expertise, solid epidemiology and observational study experience, proven publication support capabilities, and strong client-facing skills. SAS is required; experience with healthcare databases (claims, EMR, registries) is essential. In this role, you will be fully-utilising your technical skills, but you will also be serving as a lead biostatistician. The successful candidate will work within a global team, using their project management and project leadership skills.

This role is full-time and fully-remote. The successful candidate will be based in the UK, France, Spain or Germany.

Responsibilities

• Statistical expertise and scientific leadership
• Leadership and people development
• Compliance, quality and governance
• Communication and influence

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in a relevant field (Biostatistics, Epidemiology, HEOR, Public Health, or related discipline)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in RWE and/or HEOR studies
• Strong experience in oncology
• Strong, demonstrable SAS skills
• Proven experience leading observational research studies from design to delivery
• Solid understanding of epidemiology, statistical methodologies, real-world data (RWD), and observational study design
• Experience developing Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs) and providing methodological guidance on study design, patient cohorts, demographics, clinical variables, and lines of therapy
• Experience supporting scientific publications, manuscripts, and evidence generation activities
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret results and communicate findings to clients and stakeholders
• Experience working with secondary healthcare data sources, such as claims databases, electronic medical records (EMR/EHR), and patient registries
• Experience with US healthcare databases and real-world data sources is advantageous
• Knowledge of European databases such as CPRD and disease registries is advantageous
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills is advantageous
• Demonstrated project leadership and/or project management experience is advantageous

Benefits

• Remote working and flexible working hours
• Career development, mentorship, and continuous learning
• Supportive, friendly, and collaborative culture

Company Description

Phastar is an award-winning biometrics and data science CRO, trusted by pharma, biotech, and medical device companies worldwide. With a global team of data specialists, we bring expertise, precision, and pace to every trial, because behind every data point is a patient waiting for treatment. We transform complex data into clear, actionable intelligence, helping accelerate drug development, and bring life-changing therapies to patients faster.

• SCRIP – Best Contract Research Organization, Specialist Provider
• Citeline – 2025 Award Winner
• Fierce CRO Awards – Recognized Industry Leader