Associate Director, Biostatistics

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Full Time Management Elk Grove Village, IL, US

6 days ago Requisition

Location: Remote – United States
Company: Firma Clinical Research
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Firma Clinical Research

Firma Clinical Research is a growing clinical research organization committed to delivering high-quality, data-driven solutions to our biopharmaceutical and healthcare partners. We pride ourselves on scientific rigor, collaboration, and a people-first culture that values innovation, integrity, and excellence.

Position Overview

Firma Clinical Research is seeking an experienced Associate Director, Biostatistics to join our team in a fully remote capacity. This role serves as a first-line people manager and scientific leader, with accountability for statistical quality, project delivery, and team development across multiple clinical studies.

The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of technical biostatistics expertise, leadership capability, and exceptional communication skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally in a remote environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of statisticians, ensuring high-quality deliverables and adherence to study timelines
• Assign and oversee statistical resources across multiple clinical projects
• Provide scientific and strategic input to clinical development programs
• Prepare, review, and approve clinical study protocols, Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs), table shells, and related documentation
• Collaborate closely with Programming, Data Management, Clinical Operations, and other cross-functional teams
• Review and contribute to clinical study reports, regulatory submissions, and study result presentations
• Mentor, coach, and develop junior statisticians, fostering professional growth and technical excellence
• Apply regulatory guidance and advanced statistical methodologies to support drug development
• Identify and implement innovative statistical approaches that add value to client programs

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field (PhD preferred)
• Minimum 7 years of clinical trials experience with a Master’s degree, or 5 years with a PhD
• Strong working knowledge of SAS and/or R; experience with additional statistical software is a plus
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing projects and/or teams
• Solid understanding of statistical models used in pharmaceutical development and healthcare research
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences
• Proven ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative environment

Why Join Firma?

• Fully remote role with flexibility
• Opportunity to lead impactful clinical research programs
• Collaborative, growth-oriented culture
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Meaningful leadership and career advancement opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Firma Clinical Research is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.