Principal Biostatistician

Biogen

Principal Biostatistician providing project leadership in Biostatistics for Biogen products. Leading protocol development, analysis plans, and ensuring quality output in clinical studies.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeCambridge • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $123,000 - $163,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage a moderate or large volume of complex tasks with minimal supervision across one or more drug programs
Proactively assess and adapt solutions for the Biometrics department, resolving technical issues
Make decisions at the study level across various studies, leading and prioritizing tasks globally
Collaborate closely with clinical research, regulatory affairs, CROs, Commercial, Worldwide Medical, KOLs, and other disciplines
Monitor needs and determine resources in consultation with line managers
Participate in organization-wide initiatives such as quality and standardization efforts

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD in Biostatistics/Statistics or equivalent with 4 years relevant experience
MS in Biostatistics/Statistics with 6 years relevant experience
Thorough understanding of statistical principles and clinical trial methodology
Ability to provide innovative and practicable technical solutions
Working knowledge of medical/biological terminology and clinical trial designs
Proficiency in writing and presenting information effectively
Conversant with SAS programming and detailed knowledge of statistical software
Working knowledge of regulatory guidelines and needs for statistical analysis
Demonstrated leadership and communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
Up to 12 company paid holidays + 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
80 hours of sick time per calendar year
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
Employee Resource Groups participation

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Hard Skills & Tools

Statistical PrinciplesClinical Trial MethodologyTechnical SolutionsMedical TerminologyClinical Trial Designs

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaboration