Senior Statistician

Remote from
UK, USA
Salary, yearly, USD
87,500 - 173,500
Employment type
Full Time,
Job posted
Apply before
13 Aug 2026
Experience level
Senior
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About Worldwide Clinical Trials

Worldwide Clinical Trials is the cure for the common CRO, providing top-performing clinical development services globally.

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AI Summary

We are seeking a Senior Statistician to join our global CRO, providing expert statistical consultancy and project support. You will manage statistical aspects of clinical trials, including study design, analysis plans, and reporting. Responsibilities include developing SAS programs, validating software, and preparing final reports. This role requires independent management of multiple projects and collaboration with sponsors and internal teams. Ideal for a seasoned statistician with deep knowledge of clinical trial methodology and regulatory standards.

Role DNA

Job Complexity
Easy Hard
Pace & Pressure
Relaxed Fast-paced
Autonomy Level
Guided Full Ownership
Communication Load
Independent Highly Collaborative
AI Insight This is a senior role requiring extensive expertise in clinical trial statistics, project management, and regulatory knowledge, making it challenging but not the hardest due to available support.

Salary Analysis

Median Highly Competitive
USD130,500
US Market
USD80k – 170k
0 USD187k
AI Insight The offered salary range of $87,500 to $173,500 is competitive and aligns with industry standards for a Senior Statistician in a CRO. The median of $130,500 suggests a strong compensation package.

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am writing to express my strong interest in the Senior Statistician position at Worldwide Clinical Trials. With over X years of experience in biostatistics within the CRO industry, I have successfully managed statistical projects for complex clinical trials, including authoring analysis plans and leading SAS programming efforts. My expertise in CDISC standards and regulatory submissions (FDA, ICH) ensures high-quality deliverables.

I thrive in collaborative environments and have a proven track record of providing strategic statistical consultancy to sponsors and cross-functional teams. I am also skilled in process improvement and have implemented efficiencies that reduced reporting timelines by 20%.

Worldwide's mission to innovate for patients resonates with my passion for making a difference. I am eager to contribute to your team and drive excellence in clinical trial statistics.

Sincerely, [Your Name]

Describe your experience with designing and implementing statistical analysis plans (SAPs) for clinical trials.
In my previous role, I authored multiple SAPs for Phase II and III trials. I collaborated with clinical teams to define endpoints, statistical methods, and handling of missing data. For example, I developed an SAP for a cardiovascular trial using Cox regression with multiple imputation for dropouts.
How do you ensure the quality and accuracy of your SAS programming outputs?
I follow a rigorous validation process: I write clear, documented code, perform peer reviews using independent programming, and run comparison checks. I also use automated testing macros and maintain a validation log for all outputs.
Can you explain the difference between SDTM and ADaM datasets and when each is used?
SDTM (Study Data Tabulation Model) represents raw clinical data in a standardized format for submission. ADaM (Analysis Data Model) derives analysis-ready datasets from SDTM for statistical analyses. SDTM is for data collection and tabulation, while ADaM is specifically for analysis and reporting.
How do you handle a situation where a sponsor requests a last-minute analysis or change to a study design?
I first assess the impact on timelines and resources. If feasible, I prioritize the request by reallocating tasks. I communicate the implications to the sponsor and possibly negotiate an adjusted timeline. I ensure any changes are documented and validated to maintain data integrity.
What experience do you have with regulatory submissions (FDA, EMA) and inspections?
I have supported several NDA submissions by providing statistical deliverables and participating in pre-submission meetings. During an FDA audit, I presented our analysis methods and validated outputs, resulting in no major findings. I am well-versed in ICH E9 and 21 CFR Part 11 requirements.

Who we are

We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence.

We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way.

Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit.

Why Worldwide

We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands-on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us!

What the Senior Statistician does at Worldwide

Independently manages statistical project support and provides expert statistical consultancy across the stats function.
What you will do

  • Manage the statistics support to one or more projects/sponsor programs of work, ensuring that needs are met by expert and timely statistical consultancy and support

  • Provides expert review of study designs, analysis plans, and reports

  • Assist sponsors in the design of clinical trials, including statistical sections of the study protocol, randomization methodology, and writing statistical analysis plans

  • Consult with internal departments, sponsors, and other third parties regarding statistical issues and reporting requirements

  • Provide project support to the statistics reporting process through the specification/review of tables, figures, and listings shells, writing/review of derived dataset specifications, and the formatting of report documents and tabulations

  • Undertake the preparation of final reports, including the production of tables, listings, and figures, and report writing

  • Develop, evaluate, and run Statistical Analysis System (SAS) programs for the statistical analysis and reporting of clinical study data. This includes programs for derived datasets, Clinical Data Interchange Standards Consortium (CDISC), Study Data Tabulation Model (SDTM), and Analysis Data Model (ADaM) datasets, tables, figures, and listings, and their validation

  • Ensure the maintenance of documentation, e.g., the description of programs and validation

  • Produce ad hoc data summaries when requested during a trial.
    Extract information from the system during a trial, e.g., summaries, data listings, study data sets.

  • Validate software, in the role of system owner or tester, and test SAS Macros, maintaining the required validation and testing documentation

  • Make statistical contributions to manuscripts for publication/presentation

  • Provide support for the bidding process, including contribution to budget review, proposals, and bid defense meetings

  • Lead the identification of system and process improvements, and develop and implement solutions to improve the efficiency and quality of clinical study data processing and reporting

  • Support the development of statistical design and analysis policies

  • Maintain knowledge in design consultancy and analysis methodology, statistical software packages (e.g., SAS and nQuery), and regulatory guidance documents, e.g. International Council for Harmonization (ICH), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and Committee for Medicinal Products (CPMP) points to consider

  • Assist with Quality Assurance and Audit requirements

  • Assist the Director of Biostatistics with all other aspects of the job as required

  • Perform all activities in compliance with Worldwide Clinical Trials and agreed sponsor quality system standards, relevant ICH standards, and specifically with FDA Quality System Regulation (including 21CFR Part 11)

  • Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.

What you bring to the role:

  • Computer literate and numerate with a proven ability to adapt to various computer systems

  • Expert-level project statistician experienced in providing statistical leadership to projects

  • Design and analysis consultancy skills and knowledge across a broad range of applications, together with key competencies in customer focus, delivering on commitments, building strong relationships, communicating, influencing, and embracing innovation and change

Your experience

  • Master’s level in mathematics, statistics, or another subject required with a strong statistical component

  • Minimum 3 years of statistical experience leading clinical trial projects and data analysis

At Worldwide Clinical Trials, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace by providing transparent compensation.
The salary range for this position is annually (For hourly paid positions, the stated salary range reflects hourly rates):

United States of America – $87,500.00 – $173,500.00

The salary range provided is intended to give candidates an understanding of potential earnings. Compensation will fall within the provided range, and it not a guarantee of exact salary. The final salary will be determined based on relevant experience, performance, education, and internal equity. In addition to base salary, we offer a competitive benefits package depending on location. We ensure pay equity and transparency and comply with all applicable labor laws. Salary information will be discussed during the interview process, and we encourage candidates to inquire about compensation at any stage.

We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do. 

To view our other roles, check out our careers page at Discover a world of difference at Worldwide! For more information on Worldwide, visit www.Worldwide.com or connect with us on LinkedIn.

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