Director, Biostatistics
Quick Summary
Who We Are: MapLight Therapeutics is a clinical stage biotech company that focuses on drug discovery for central nervous system disorders. We combine cutting-edge technologies including optogenetics, in vivo physiology, and spatial transcriptomics to identify novel drug targets and develop…
Provide/validate sample size/power calculation and author statistical section of the protocol. Responsible for the development of study SAP and table/figure/listing shells including overseeing CRO’s work.
PhD in biostatistics or related discipline with 7+ years, or Master's Degree with 10+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry. Demonstrated ability and experience in the design, analysis and reporting of clinical trials.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Provide/validate sample size/power calculation and author statistical section of the protocol.
- →Responsible for the development of study SAP and table/figure/listing shells including overseeing CRO’s work.
- →Work collaboratively with Clinical Development, Clinical Operations, Clinical Data Managers, Regulatory and other functions to meet project deliverables and timelines.
- →Provide statistical and strategic inputs in documents prepared for regulatory interactions.
- →Provide technical oversight of statistical activities of external vendors to ensure timeliness and quality of analysis data and statistical outputs. Review and approve key statistical vendor deliverables.
- →Contribute to clinical study reports, including authoring of statistical methods and interpretation of the study results.
- →Support and contribute to the preparation of publications, including manuscripts, posters and oral presentations.
Requirements
~2 min read- PhD in biostatistics or related discipline with 7+ years, or Master's Degree with 10+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
- Demonstrated ability and experience in the design, analysis and reporting of clinical trials.
- Knowledge of design considerations. Familiarity with CNS endpoints and associated analysis methodologies highly desirable.
- Extensive knowledge of FDA, EMA and ICH regulations and industry standards applicable to the design and analysis of clinical trials and regulatory submissions.
- Proficient in statistical programming (SAS and R). Experience with trial design software (e.g., EAST).
- Ability to concurrently lead statistical efforts for multiple projects.
- Understanding data standards, including SDTM and ADaM.
- Adept at overseeing statistical services provided by CRO's.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Ability to communicate statistical information to non-scientists, willingness to educate internal team.
Location: This is a hybrid position with three days per week onsite at our office in Burlington, MA.
Compensation for this role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills. Additional compensation/benefits include annual bonus opportunity, medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D, short term and long term disability, 401(K) plan with match, stock options, flexible non-accrual paid time off, and parental leave.
EEOC Statement: MapLight Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Listing Details
- Posted
- May 12, 2026
- First seen
- May 12, 2026
- Last seen
- May 14, 2026
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- May 12, 2026
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