Lead Biostatistician

Lead Biostatistician

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a pioneering organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of critical care through scientific research and education.

Location: Hybrid working model

Salary: Lead Biostatistician: £47–£53k (based on experience) / Senior Biostatistician: £54-£61k (based on experience)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Start: Immediate availability

Closing date: Open until filled
Our client is a reputable, independent scientific entity focused on improving critical care through comprehensive audit, research, and educational initiatives.

Role Overview
This is an exceptional chance to join a team that has been at the forefront of clinical audit and has played a significant role in national reporting on intensive care during recent health crises. The Statistics team is engaged in designing innovative clinical trials that aim to provide meaningful insights into clinical practices, utilizing advanced Bayesian methodologies in adaptive and platform trial frameworks. The organization seeks a Lead or Senior Biostatistician to offer statistical guidance in trial design and analysis, supporting their extensive research initiatives through a registered Clinical Trials Unit and providing statistical assistance for their National Audit Programme, which encompasses several national clinical audits. They are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in Bayesian clinical trial design and the development of interactive data visualization tools.

Qualifications for Success
Candidates are encouraged to review the Person Specification sections of the Job Descriptions for both Lead Biostatistician and Senior Biostatistician roles.

Benefits Offered:
Alongside a competitive salary, the successful candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 25 days of annual leave, increasing with tenure;
• Life insurance;
• Flexible working arrangements;
• Interest-free season ticket loan;
• Enhanced pension contributions;
• Improved sick leave provisions;
• Enhanced maternity/adoption leave;
• Employee assistance programs;
• Access to a variety of health and wellness benefits, family support, technology discounts, and fitness programs;
• Opportunities for further academic and professional development.

Application Process
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter (maximum of 2 A4 pages) detailing their suitability for the role along with a current CV.
Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, and the position may close early once a suitable candidate is identified.
Applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds are encouraged, promoting equality of opportunity for all staff.

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