Associate Director, Statistical Science
Associate Director, Statistical Science - Biostatistics The Statistical Science Associate Director has sufficient experience working as a statistician in the pharmaceutical industry to independently perform and lead statistical work within a project, an indication within a more complex project or complex studies.
This individual is able to lead and direct Biometrics work either in-house or partnering with CROs to ensure delivery to quality and time. Typical Accountabilities: The Statistical Science Associate Director may work as a lead statistician: For a project or indication in clinical therapeutic areas Lead ing the delivery and oversight on multiple studies/ indication within a project The accountabilities for supporting projects directly include: Analyze, interpret, su m marize and present results of clinical study Conduct statistical modelling to predict the timing of interim and final event-driven analyses in a clinical study Direct project work, including statistical staff and/or CRO partners, to ensure delivery to standards, quality and time Develop study design options and provide high quality decision support to enable the business to make informed decisions about a study or project Investigate and apply novel statistical approaches, for relevant statistical issues and/or regulatory guidance and/or value demonstration, including modelling and simulation Mentor/c oach and support the training of statistics staff Education, Qualifications, Skills and Experience: MSc/PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, or recognised equivalent to stats MSc 5+ yrs of experience of pharmaceutical development, data analysis and interpretation and experience of program design ; preferably, experienced in designing and executing a Phase III Oncology study Strong k nowledge of programming in R and/or SAS Experienced in conducting simulations Knowledge of the technical and regulatory requirements related to the role Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong relationships Excellent collaboration skills to work across functional boundaries Ability to app ly statistical expertise to complex problems , with a focus on problem solving and quality.
Date Posted 17-Jul-2026 Closing Date 06-Aug-2026 Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics.
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