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Principal Data Scientist

Role overview

Qualifications

  • Experience working within a clinical trials environment (CRO, pharma or academia)
  • Previous experience with R Programming and R Shiny
  • Experience in CDISC is highly desirable
  • MSc or higher in Statistics, Mathematics or related field

Responsibilities

  • Develop R and R Shiny dashboards and applications for clinical trial data review and decision-making
  • Build reusable R code, functions and workflows to improve consistency and automation
  • Create data visualisations and reports that translate complex data into actionable insights
  • Enhance R Shiny applications through testing, documentation and user feedback

Key facts

Other skills

  • Collaboration
  • Problem Solving

About the company

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Phastar

Contract Research Organizations (CRO)

Phastar is a specialist biometrics contract research organization offering statistical consulting, clinical trial reporting, data management and data science services by providing expert consultants and managing and delivering in-house projects, FSP-style arrangements and preferred partnerships. Our number one priority is ensuring on time, quality work: every project undertaken is supervised on methodology and utilizes internal processes designed to guarantee optimal quality, inspired by 4,000 years accumulated technical experience across the company. Phastar is headquartered in London (UK) and North Carolina (US) and has 15 offices worldwide

Company details

Company typeLarge
IndustryContract Research Organizations (CRO)
Company size201 - 500

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Job description

Overview:

As a Data Scientist with strong R programming and R Shiny experience, you will develop data solutions that support clinical trial delivery, data review and decision-making. You will build dashboards, visualisations and analytical tools that turn complex data into clear, actionable insights.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop R and R Shiny dashboards and applications for clinical trial data review and decision-making
  • Build reusable R code, functions and workflows to improve consistency and automation
  • Create data visualisations and reports that translate complex data into actionable insights
  • Enhance R Shiny applications through testing, documentation and user feedback
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency through automation and reusable tools
Qualifications:

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  • Experience working within a clinical trials environment (CRO, pharma or academia)
  • Previous experience with R Programming & R shiny
  • Experience in CDISC is highly desirable
  • MSc or higher in Statistics, Mathematics or related field

 

Why Join Us

  • Remote working and flexible working hours
  • Career development, mentorship, and continuous learning
  • Supportive, friendly, and collaborative culture


About Phastar

 

Phastar is an award-winning biometrics and data science CRO, trusted by pharma, biotech, and medical device companies worldwide. With a global team of data specialists, we bring expertise, precision, and pace to every trial, because behind every data point is a patient waiting for treatment.

We transform complex data into clear, actionable intelligence, helping accelerate drug development, and bring life-changing therapies to patients faster.

 

 

Awards & Recognition

  • SCRIP – Best Contract Research Organization, Specialist Provider
  • Citeline – 2025 Award Winner
  • Fierce CRO Awards – Recognized Industry Leader

 

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Be part of a team known for technical expertise, quality, and impact. We value Excellence, Collaboration, Integrity, Innovation, and Passion—and we seek team members who embody these qualities. Apply today!

 

Phastar is committed to the principles and practices of equal opportunities and to encourage the establishment of a diverse workforce. It is our policy to employ individuals on the basis of their suitability for the work to be performed and their potential for development, regardless of age, sex, race, color, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion, or belief. This includes creating a culture that fully reflects our commitment to equal opportunities for all.

 

Important notice to Employment businesses/Agencies

 

Phastar does not accept referrals from employment businesses and/or employment agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site. All employment businesses/agencies are required to contact Phastar's Head of Talent Acquisition to obtain prior written authorization before referring any candidates to Phastar. The obtaining of prior written authorization is a condition precedent to any agreement (verbal or written) between the employment business/ agency and Phastar. In the absence of such written authorization being obtained any actions undertaken by the employment business/agency shall be deemed to have been performed without the consent or contractual agreement of Phastar. Phastar shall therefore not be liable for any fees arising from such actions or any fees arising from any referrals by employment businesses/agencies in respect of the vacancies posted on this site.

 

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