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# Biomarker Lead Statistician

- **Company:** ICON plc
- **Location:** Reading, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Python (Programming Language), SAP (Applications), SAS (Software)
- **Published:** July 12, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=48917087181309c6

## About the Role

You will have a strong foundation in biostatistics, with the experience to work independently and guide others., * Master's degree or Ph.D in Biostatistics, Statistics, or a related field with 5 or more years of biostatistical experience.

 * Minimum 6 years of work experience as biostatistician
 * Proficiency in R or Python or SAS
 * Strong knowledge of multiple statistical and therapeutic areas, the drug development process, and statistical programming practices and procedures.
 * Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
 * Effective communication skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

## Description

* Serves as lead biostatistician for simple to complex clinical studies.
 * D evelop biomarker SAP, lead biomarker output deliverables for study CSR, lead biomarker exploratory analysis 1
 * Develops statistical analysis plans and reporting specifications.
 * Responsible for statistical aspects of CRF design and edit specifications.
 * Performs statistical analyses and interprets results for simple to complex clinical studies.
 * Reviews simple to complex randomization specifications and dummy randomization schemes.
 * Participates in bid defense meetings.


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