Principal Statistician

Salary: Commencement on the salary range is subject to comparable skills and experience. Future progression is based on annual performance review.

Duration of Contract: Fixed Term for 3 years

Hours per week: 35 hours per week (Full Time), part time working (minimum 60% FTE will be considered)

Closing Date: 22nd April 2025

Job Details

The Cancer Research UK funded Clinical Trials and Statistics Unit at The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR-CTSU)  seek an experienced and highly motivated Principal Statistician to join their team of over 20 statisticians.

We want to hear from you if you:

• Enjoy the challenge of designing efficient clinical trials and analysing complex datasets to answer clinical questions that will make a difference in patients’ lives
• Seek variety in your work and opportunities to apply your statistical knowledge across multiple therapeutic areas in oncology.
• Thrive on being part of a multi-disciplinary research team with like-minded statisticians.
• Are looking to develop your career within a dynamic and supportive academic environment at a leading cancer clinical trials unit.

Key Requirements
The successful applicant will be an experienced and highly motivated clinical trial statistician interested in applying their statistical knowledge to the design and analysis of patient-centred clinical trials. They will have a post-graduate qualification in statistics.  They should demonstrate a solid understanding of clinical trials and experience in applying statistical methods to real-world data. Effective oral and written communication skills, as well as enthusiasm for collaborating with others from diverse disciplines, are essential.   

Department/Directorate Information

ICR-CTSU manages an exciting portfolio of national and international phase II and III cancer clinical trials and an expanding number of phase I trials. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team on the statistical design and development of new trials. You will conduct and oversee analysis of a number of clinical trials and/or associated translational biomarker research studies across our portfolio. 

In your supporting statement please summarise how your research/managerial experience fits with the role.  We encourage all applicants to access the job pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role. For informal discussion about the role please contact Professor Emma Hall, email: [email protected] or Christina Yap, email [email protected]

For general queries about the recruitment process, please contact ICR-CTSU, email: [email protected].

Why work for us?

As a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits.

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The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found here.

At the Institute of Cancer Research, we champion diversity as we believe it fuels innovation and drives impactful research. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work.

Don't let a checklist of qualifications hold you back – if you're passionate about the role, we want to hear from you. Your unique experiences and backgrounds contribute to the richness of our team. We are committed to being an equal opportunity for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. Join us in creating an inclusive environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued.