Associate Director, Biostatistics
About The Position
At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference. Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together. Job Description At Gilead our pursuit of a healthier world for all people has yielded a cure for hepatitis C, revolutionary improvements in HIV treatment and prevention as well as advancements in therapies for viral and inflammatory diseases and certain cancers. We set and achieve bold ambitions in our fight against the world’s most devastating diseases, united in our commitment to confronting the largest public health challenges of our day and improving the lives of patients for generations to come. The Associate Director, Biostatistics directs internal and external teams across multifunctional projects or functional areas, leading initiatives to gather, organize, and analyze data from different sources such as virology, Case Report Forms, and patient tracking. As an Associate Director of Biostatistics at Gilead, you will... Work collaboratively with Statistical Programmers, Biostatisticians, Clinical Research Associates, Clinical Data Managers and other Clinical, Global Drug Safety, Regulatory and Project Management staff to meet project deliverables and timelines for statistical data analysis and reporting. Works with management and Human Resources to satisfy short-term staffing needs, develops staff capabilities, and recognizes/rewards desired performance. Defends statistical aspects with regulatory agencies and examines functional issues from a broader organization perspective. Is expected to oversee and contribute to the completion of all technical and operational statistical activities for a group of clinical trials for a compound/indication or equivalent through management of internal and external resources. Leads two or more components of departmental strategic initiatives. Proven ability to determine the functions most critical to company success and to support priorities within functional area. Anticipates obstacles and difficulties of clients and acts to meet goals. Proven ability to pull together and lead highly effective teams and create a clear sense of direction.
Requirements
- PhD with 5 years of industry experience OR Masters degree with 8 years of experience or Bachelors degree with 10 years of experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
Nice To Haves
- Ability to design and use all available vehicles for effective scientific communication within and outside the company
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with Statistical Programmers, Biostatisticians, Clinical Research Associates, Clinical Data Managers and other Clinical, Global Drug Safety, Regulatory and Project Management staff to meet project deliverables and timelines for statistical data analysis and reporting.
- Works with management and Human Resources to satisfy short-term staffing needs, develops staff capabilities, and recognizes/rewards desired performance.
- Defends statistical aspects with regulatory agencies and examines functional issues from a broader organization perspective.
- Is expected to oversee and contribute to the completion of all technical and operational statistical activities for a group of clinical trials for a compound/indication or equivalent through management of internal and external resources.
- Leads two or more components of departmental strategic initiatives.
- Proven ability to determine the functions most critical to company success and to support priorities within functional area.
- Anticipates obstacles and difficulties of clients and acts to meet goals.
- Proven ability to pull together and lead highly effective teams and create a clear sense of direction.
Benefits
- This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package.
- Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.
- For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing
- Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
