Director, Biostatistics

Kymera Therapeutics • Watertown, MA

1d • $195,000 - $275,000

About The Position

As the Lead Statistician, you will spearhead the statistical efforts of a clinical program, playing a key role in the clinical development plan, regulatory submissions, and overall data strategy. This role requires strategic involvement in program teams, authorship of statistical sections in study documents, and direct oversight of outsourced statistical functions.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Statistics or related field with minimum 6 years of clinical trial experience in a biotechnology or pharma company.
• Extensive knowledge of statistical methods for clinical trials and deep familiarity with FDA, EMA, and ICH guidelines.
• Expertise in SAS required; R or Python is advantageous. Experience with trial design software such as EAST or nQuery.
• Strong communication skills necessary for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams. Ability to communicate statistics to non-statisticians effectively; influence and ensure adoption of robust statistical methods.
• Exceptional ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A strong passion for innovation in Biostatistics and continuous improvement in processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Positive attitude and a collaborative spirit.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead statistician of a clinical program, leading statistical efforts and representing biometrics functions on program teams. Make strategic contributions to the clinical development plan.
• Serve as the biostatistical lead for regulatory submissions and inspections, ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards.
• Contribute to the development of clinical protocols by authoring the statistical methods section and reviewing other sections for statistical accuracy.
• Develop and review statistical analysis plans for individual studies and integrated summaries of safety/efficacy (ISS/ISE). Create and edit statistical outputs shells.
• Provide statistical input during CRF design to ensure alignment with study objectives and analyze requirements. Oversee and quality control results from statistical programmers or CROs.
• Contribute to clinical study reports by authoring statistical sections and interpreting study results. Support the preparation of scientific publications and presentations.
• Manage relationships with CROs to ensure high-quality statistical outputs and compliance with study requirements.
• May manage direct reports, as needed, providing guidance and professional development.

Benefits

• Kymera offers a competitive compensation package that recognizes both results and capabilities through market-based, performance-driven pay.
• The anticipated base salary range for this role is $195,000 – $275,000, with eligibility for annual bonus, equity participation, and comprehensive benefits.
• Actual salary is based on a holistic evaluation of the specific role/level as well as each candidate’s depth of experience and the capabilities they bring to the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees