Head of Statistics

Watton Hall, in partnership with a top-tier Contract Research Organization (CRO) in Europe, is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as the Head of Statistics. At Watton Hall, we are committed to delivering high-quality statistical methodologies and insights across all phases of clinical trials. As the Head of Statistics, you will play a pivotal role in leading our statistical function, collaborating with key stakeholders, and providing strategic guidance on statistical approaches for regulatory submissions and client projects.

In this role, your responsibilities will include leading, mentoring, and managing a team of statisticians and data scientists to foster a collaborative and high-performance culture. You will provide strategic statistical input into trial designs, guide statistical strategies for regulatory submissions, ensure the integrity and accuracy of statistical analyses throughout clinical trials, and serve as the primary point of contact for statistical matters with clients. Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards and leading efforts to adopt cutting-edge statistical tools and technologies.

To be successful in this position, you must have a Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Statistics, Biostatistics, Mathematics or a related field. You should have extensive experience in the CRO industry with leadership responsibilities, a proven track record of managing multiple clinical trials simultaneously, and in-depth knowledge of statistical software such as SAS or R. Strong understanding of regulatory requirements from FDA, EMA, ICH among others is essential along with exceptional leadership skills and effective communication abilities.

If you are passionate about shaping the future direction of statistics in clinical trials and thrive in a fast-paced environment where collaboration is key to success, we invite you to apply for the position of Head of Statistics at Watton Hall. This role is ideal for experienced statisticians looking to lead teams and drive impactful results across various clinical trial projects. Join us in making a difference in the world of healthcare research!

• Extensive experience in the CRO industry with leadership/ managerial responsibilities
• Managing multiple clinical trials and statistical deliverables simultaneously
• Leading teams in a statistical role
• Ph.D. or Master’s in Statistics, Biostatistics, Mathematics, or related field
• In-depth knowledge of statistical software (e.g., SAS, R, or similar)
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and guidelines (FDA, EMA, ICH, etc.)

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of statisticians and data scientists
• Provide strategic statistical input into trial designs
• Guide statistical strategies for regulatory submissions
• Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and other regulatory requirements

• Statistical methodologies
• Team management
• Strategic guidance on statistical approaches
• Communication skills
• Leadership skills

Seniority Level: Executive Level

• Middle Management
• Senior Level

Job Functions: Operations

• Statistics
• Data Science

Industries : Healthcare

• Clinical Research
• Pharmaceuticals