Principal Statistician

Job description

Principal Biostatistician | Specialist CRO | UK | Remote

A niche, specialist biometrics CRO is looking to appoint an experienced Principal Biostatistician to join its growing UK home-based team.

The company has built an outstanding reputation for statistical expertise and high-quality delivery. It is highly selective in its hiring, bringing together some of the strongest professionals in the industry to maintain its exceptional standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced colleagues on innovative clinical development programmes across pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device clients. The company is committed to investing in its people, offering stability, continuous professional development and genuine long-term career progression.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead statistical activities across global clinical trials
• Contribute to study design, protocols, SAPs, analyses and reporting
• Support regulatory submissions and ensure CDISC compliance
• Mentor junior Biostatisticians and Statistical Programmers
• Collaborate with clinical, programming and data management teams
• Act as a trusted statistical contact for clients and project stakeholders

What we’re looking for:

• PhD with 7+ years’ experience or MSc with 10+ years’ experience
• Strong clinical trial statistics experience gained within a CRO or pharmaceutical environment
• Advanced SAS programming skills
• Experience developing SAPs, supporting CSR reporting and contributing to regulatory submissions
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder-management capabilities
• A commitment to quality and high professional standards

What’s on offer:

• Fully remote opportunity within the UK
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The opportunity to join a highly regarded team of industry experts
• Varied and technically interesting international projects
• Continuous learning and professional development
• Genuine long-term career progression within a growing, stable business

Interested in learning more?

Apply now or contact Jo Fornaciari at jo@warmanobrien.com for a confidential discussion.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

12-09-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English