Associate Director, Biostatistics

AstraZeneca • Boston, MA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Director, Biostatistics 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. This individual is able to lead, and direct biostatistics work either in house or partnering with CROs to ensure delivery to quality and time. 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. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form. For over three decades, patients and their caregivers have been at the center of everything we do. Every day, we are inspired to follow the science and think differently to create better outcomes for them and their families. Our mission is driven by understanding who they are as unique individuals, not solely defined by their diseases. We’re a leading rare disease company with a diversified projects. Our pioneering legacy in rare diseases is rooted in being the first to translate the complex biology of the complement system into transformative medicines over the past three decades. Today, we continue to push the boundaries of science and deepen our understanding of rare diseases with patient-centricity at the core. This knowledge allows us to innovate and evolve into new areas where needs are unmet and provide an opportunity to help people fully live their best lives.

Requirements

• 3 years’ experience and an MSc/PhD in Statistics, Mathematics (containing a substantial statistical component), or recognized equivalent to stats MSc
• Strong knowledge of programming in R and/or SAS
• Knowledge of the technical and regulatory requirements related to the role
• Excellent communication skills, and ability to build strong relationships
• Flexible, well-organized, and possess the ability to work well under pressure

Nice To Haves

• PhD in Statistics/Biostatistics is preferred.
• Project management skills
• Proficiency in SAS and R languages
• Knowledge of Bayesian statistics from theory to computation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the statistical thinking and contributions to the delivery of studies, development plans, regulatory strategy, health technology assessment and/or commercial activities
• Direct project work, including statistical staff and/or CRO partners, to ensure delivery to standards, quality, and time
• Develop design options and provide high quality decision support to enable the business to make informed decisions about a study or project
• Quantify the benefit, risk, value, and uncertainty of the emerging asset/product profile
• Investigate and apply novel statistical approaches, for relevant statistical issues and/or regulatory guidance and/or value demonstration, including modelling and simulation
• Leverage standardization to maximize global data integration and interpretability
• Mentor/coach and support the education and training of statistics staff

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level