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Senior Biostatistician - Remote

Fairfield, CT

Posted: 03/30/2026 Industry: Biotech/Pharmaceutical Job Number: 6129

Job Description

Contact: Neisha Camacho/Terra Parsons - teamnt@penfieldsearch.com
No 3rd party candidates

Senior Biostatistician – (Director level but hands-on)
Therapeutic Area: CNS / Phase II

We are partnering with a growing biotech organization advancing multiple CNS programs and seeking a Senior Biostatistician who can operate both strategically and hands-on across Phase II studies.

This individual will play a key role in supporting ongoing and upcoming clinical programs in schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression, contributing to study design, protocol development, and execution while working closely with cross-functional teams and external CRO partners.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead statistical support for Phase II CNS clinical trials, including study design, protocol development, and statistical analysis planning
  • Author and review key study documents, including protocols, SAPs, and statistical sections of regulatory submissions
  • Provide hands-on statistical expertise while also contributing to broader program-level strategy
  • Collaborate closely with Clinical, Data Management, Programming, and Regulatory teams to ensure alignment across functions
  • Oversee and manage CRO partners, including review of deliverables, timelines, and quality of outputs
  • Support interpretation of study results and contribute to internal decision-making and external communications
  • Ensure statistical integrity and compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices

Qualifications
  • PhD in Biostatistics, Statistics, or related field
  • 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
  • Prior experience supporting CNS programs strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated experience supporting Phase II clinical trials, including protocol development and SAP authorship
  • Strong understanding of regulatory expectations and submission requirements
  • Experience with CRO oversight and vendor management
  • Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on in a fast-paced, evolving environment
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to engage cross-functionally and with senior leadership

Meet Your Recruiter

Terra Parsons
Director, Biometrics Recruitment

Terra is a Senior Recruiter with 19 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. She is driven by a passion for comprehensively understanding the needs of both clients and candidates, and adeptly matching them with opportunities that align with their needs and interests. Her specialization lies in biometrics recruitment, with a focus on sourcing top talent in roles such as statisticians, SAS/statistical programmers, and data managers. Her track record speaks volume about her ability to deliver high-quality candidates and exceed client expectations. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and fitness. 

 
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