Biostatistician

Ardelyx

Newark, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$124,000–$152,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Biometrics, Biostatistics, Clinical Data Interchange Standards Consortium (CDISC), Clinical Data Management, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Clinical Study Publications, Clinical Trial, Communication Skills, Contract Research Organization (CRO), Cross-Functional, Data Management, Data Visualization Tools, Drug Development Methodologies, Employee Benefits, Establish Priorities, FDA (Food and Drug Administration), Financial Analysis, Health Plan, Incentive Programs, Insurance, Investigational New Drug (IND), Metrics, New Drug Application, Power BI, Prescription Drugs, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Publications, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Quality Control, R Programming Language, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Regulatory Submissions, Reporting Dashboards, SAP, Startup, Statistical Programming Languages, Statistics, Statistics Software, Tableau, Team Player, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Newark, CA
POSTED
Today
Ardelyx is a commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on redefining treatment approaches for patients with significant unmet medical needs. By combining scientific innovation with a collaborative, purpose-driven culture, we strive to create meaningful impact for patients. Team Ardelyx is united by a shared mission and guided by our core values: Passionate, Fearless, Dedicated, and Inclusive. We foster an inclusive environment where employees are respected, supported, and empowered to make an impact — both within our company and in the lives of patients we serve.Position Summary:The Biostatistician will provide hands-on statistical support and contribute to key statistical activities for clinical studies, including analysis planning, oversight of statistical deliverables, interpretation of results, and contributions to regulatory documents and submissions. This position works closely with Clinical, Data Management, Statistical Programming, Medical/Safety, and Regulatory to deliver high-quality, submission-ready outputs.Responsibilities: Work closely with CROs and internal teams across the full trial lifecycle (start-up through close-out) to support trial execution activities and review biometrics deliverables, ensuring high-quality, traceable, and on-time outputsReview and contribute to key statistical documents (e.g., SAP, statistical monitoring plan, randomization specifications) and ensure alignment with protocol, study objectives, and regulatory expectationsOversee statistical analyses and ensure the accuracy and quality of statistical deliverables; partner with Statistical Programming on ADaM specifications, TLF shells, outputs, and QCProvide statistical input to clinical study design, including endpoints, estimands (as applicable), sample size and power calculation, randomization scheme, and analysis methodologySupport the development of publications of Ardelyx study data, including performing ad hoc analyses, review abstracts, posters, and/or manuscripts, and responding to statistical/data-related questions from reviewersContribute to regulatory filings and responses, e.g., supporting Regulatory for IND/NDA submissions, responding to statistical/data-related questions in FDA’s Information Request, and supporting PV for safety reporting including PADER and DSURCollaborate with the Senior Manager, Biostatistics on statistical research projects and if needed, participates in cross-functional research projectsPartner with Statistical Programming and Data Management to develop and maintain interactive dashboards that provide timely visibility into study progress and key metrics. Qualifications: MS or PhD degree in Biostatistics, Statistics, or related discipline with up to 2 years of relevant industry/CRO experience or equivalent experienceSolid understanding of statistical methodologies, drug development process, regulatory requirements related to trial design, analysis, and reportingExperience with CDISC standards (SDTM/ADaM) and study-level statistical deliverables, including SAP development, TFL review/QC, and review of clinical or regulatory documents involving clinical trial dataProficiency working with statistical software; SAS experience strongly preferred. Experience with R/Python and data visualization tools (e.g., R Shiny, Tableau, Power BI) is a plusStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain statistical concepts to non-statistical audiencesAbility to establish and manage timelines, prioritize effectively and deliver accurate, high-quality biometrics outputs on scheduleThe anticipated annualized base pay range for this full-time position is $124,000-$152,000. Ardelyx utilizes industry data to ensure that our compensation is competitive and aligned with our industry peers. Actual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors, including years of relevant experience, training, qualifications, and internal equity. The compensation package may also include an annual bonus target and equity awards, subject to eligibility and other requirements. Ardelyx also offers a robust benefits package to employees, including a 401(k) plan with generous employer match, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, up to 12 weeks of living organ and bone marrow leave, equity incentive plans, health plans (medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision), life insurance and disability, flexible time off, annual Winter Holiday shut down, and at least 11 paid holidays. Ardelyx is an equal opportunity employer.

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